Information Specialist, License Management and Metrics

• Apr 2022 - Present

Customer Services Librarian, Child and Youth

• Jan 2021 - Oct 2021

• Developed innovative Library programs, collections and services during Covid-19• Promoted collections through virtual displays, content management, and virtual learning• Offered reference and technology assistance to staff, customers, and stakeholders• Performed collection development and management for 4 Library locations • Developed innovative Library programs, collections and services during Covid-19• Promoted collections through virtual displays, content management, and virtual learning• Offered reference and technology assistance to staff, customers, and stakeholders• Performed collection development and management for 4 Library locations

Librarian

• Nov 2018 - Dec 2020

– Promoted and provided library collections, services, and support for two organizations: Independent College and International House – Planned and implemented a strategy for the library to meet five national quality assurance accreditations – Developed and implemented library policies and procedures including a plan to re-open the library safely during Covid-19– Developed, delivered, and evaluated information literacy sessions – Analyzed metrics for assigned content or services to demonstrate the value of content/service. Used insights to support effective contract negotiations and provide budget and cost input.– Assisted researchers with literature searches using databases, printed resources, and the internet– Dealt with user inquiries, including one-on-one advice sessions– Performed all collection development and acquisitions for physical and electronic resources– Coordinated all activities associated with the management of the Library's electronic resources including acquisitions, licensing, access, and evaluation of electronic resources.– Performed all cataloging, processing, and repair of materials – Prepared and submitted reports related to library and information services, technology andmedia services, resources, and activities– Online learning administrator – Chaired the library committee and served on all key academic committees – Prepared and managed the budget – Managed all circulation activities– Graduation coordinator– Improved web usability for library resources through the creation of LibGuides and the addition of a discovery search

Customer Services Librarian, Adult Services

• Jan 2018 - Aug 2018

-Built relationships with stakeholders; forged community partnerships -Offered reference, reader’s advisory, and digital literacy training to a diverse customer base-Managed, and updated collections; curated displays -Designed, promoted, and led programs for adults, youth, and children-Created a program framework for a one-stop shop for library and community services-Developed, delivered, and evaluated information and digital literacy sessions for visually disabled patrons

Technical Services and Subject Librarian

• Jun 2011 - Sep 2015

- Managed all library acquisitions, collection development, and cataloging- Developed, delivered, and evaluated information literacy sessions- Implemented IT initiatives including LibGuides. virtual learning system, and content management systems- Supervised and trained a diverse range of employees in a multinational environment - Chaired several key academic committees; Worked with stakeholders- Liaised with library colleagues on other campuses and libraries in groups, and networks- Dealt with budgets in relation to allocated subject areas/departments and purchased all print resources- Maintained relationships with external bodies including local suppliers- Assisted researchers with literature searches using databases, printed resources, and the internet- Dealt with user inquiries, including one-on-one advice sessions- Designed interactive library programs with community groups and stakeholders to support collections

Library Intern

• May 2010 - Aug 2010

- Taught librarians and library directors how to use a new website platform- Migrated and updated over 40 library websites into a new format- Created website training videos using Camtasia- Co-wrote a training manual- Helped over 50 librarians learn how to use a new website - Taught librarians and library directors how to use a new website platform- Migrated and updated over 40 library websites into a new format- Created website training videos using Camtasia- Co-wrote a training manual- Helped over 50 librarians learn how to use a new website

Special Collections Cataloger

• Apr 2010 - May 2010

- Migrated, edited, and created new records for an art gallery collection- Created subject headings in English and French- Maintained the NGC Library and Archives Cataloging StandardsAchievements: Catalogued over 100 titles of the Canadian Museum of Contemporary Photography Collection into the NGC Library and Archives - Migrated, edited, and created new records for an art gallery collection- Created subject headings in English and French- Maintained the NGC Library and Archives Cataloging StandardsAchievements: Catalogued over 100 titles of the Canadian Museum of Contemporary Photography Collection into the NGC Library and Archives

ESL Teacher

• Jul 2008 - Dec 2008

- Taught and created English language lesson plans for children and adults- Ran an ESL Children’s Club- Led workshops at ESL campsAchievements: Helped over 500 adults and children improve comprehension, writing, and speaking - Taught and created English language lesson plans for children and adults- Ran an ESL Children’s Club- Led workshops at ESL campsAchievements: Helped over 500 adults and children improve comprehension, writing, and speaking

Administrative Assistant

• Jul 2007 - Jun 2008

- Editorial work and organization of events; managed and updated the website - Assisted professors and students; acted as receptionistAchievements: Created PowerPoint presentations for course lectures; Coordinated the graduation photos, gowns and reception; Updated and maintained the website; Organized recruitment - Editorial work and organization of events; managed and updated the website - Assisted professors and students; acted as receptionistAchievements: Created PowerPoint presentations for course lectures; Coordinated the graduation photos, gowns and reception; Updated and maintained the website; Organized recruitment