yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

(xxx-xxx-xxxx • abc@xyz.com

 

 

results-focused, enthusiastic masters of library & information science candidate specializing in young adult services, program development, and cataloguing, as well as demonstrating experience within high-volume academic library environments, eager to offer breadth of employment toward improving a progressive employer s circulation and attendance statistics.

 

profile of qualifications

 

         integral leader who contributes strong knowledge of young adult / children s programming and materials development processes.

         top-performer who offers proven competencies in cataloguing to include a solid understanding of marc, conser, and oclc records.

         excellent communicator who seamlessly interfaces with diverse patrons and library professionals through to executive level.

         proficient multitasker who plans, prioritizes, and manages various assignments within high-pressure, deadline-driven environments.

key areas of expertise

 

marc / conser / oclc                      reference interviews                            circulation support                            community relations

library facilities management                 library research instruction                 branch statistics analysis                  workflow prioritization

program / process development            materials weeding / evaluation             patron records management           business communications

 

professional synopsis

 

library technician substitute

 

         utilize broad scope of professional services knowledge toward offering high-quality library resources to include conducting thorough reference interviews and providing information via internet, branch materials, interlibrary loans, and san diego circuit, among others.

         expertly view, evaluate, and alter marc records, customer accounts, and requested materials using innovative millennium software.

         optimize collections development by judiciously weeding outdated and / or damaged materials to include reviewing and / or adding donated materials for circulation based on age, circulation statistics, and available space within branch.

         play a vital role in boosting attendance by spearheading efforts to initiate a popular teen afterschool program, along with planning and organizing children s storytimes and additional events based on the needs of the community and library mission / vision statements.

         effectively supported wide-ranging circulation and reference desk duties to ensure seamless patron service processes at all times.

 

school librarian

 

         applied dynamic leadership talents toward managing the school s library facility to include supervising high-volume student use of labs and book stacks, as well as proactively communicating with teachers regarding lab availability and general facility rules.

         designed comprehensive tutorials and library instruction to inform students and faculty about information literacy, online databases, electronic catalog use, reliable / unreliable internet resources, mla-style citations, and plagiarism.

         fostered cooperative teamwork among teachers and school administration to supplement curriculum and encourage library research.

 

administrative assistant

 

         maximized operational efficiency by processing diverse correspondence; organizing, compiling, and updating all data within a navision-based document management system; and promptly responding to client inquiries utilizing a fast-paced, multi-line telephone system.

 

education

 

master s in library & information science (projected may 2010)                                                                        san jose state university

completed two-week lecture series at university of oxford (uk) whereas participants enrolled in various courses on preservation, marketing, map collections, and academic department libraries to include receiving an a on final paper written and submitted for credit.

 

bachelor of arts in english literature                                                                                                        university of california, irvine

 

technical summary

 

marc records (view / evaluate / edit) • conser records (build) • oclc records (edit)

innovative millennium circulation software • envisionware software • rfid chips • microsoft office • internet applications

 

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging [ insert job title ] role, and am submitting my resume for your review.

 

i am excited to build a rewarding career with your organization, and am confident that my professional and academic credentials can achieve your key objectives.  i can offer strong experience in young adult services, program development, and cataloguing, and am well-versed in facets of library facilities management, reference interviews, materials weeding / evaluation, statistics analysis, and business communications.

 

to complement my background, please note that i am pursuing a rigorous masters in library & information science (projected may 2010) from san jose state university, and hold a bachelor of arts in english literature from the university of california, irvine.  i also completed a comprehensive two-week lecture series at the university of oxford (uk) whereas i studied issues pertaining to library preservation, marketing, and map collections, among others.

 

currently, as a library technician substitute for the san diego county library system, i utilize my broad scope of professional services knowledge toward providing high-quality public library resources to include conducting thorough reference interviews; viewing, evaluating, and altering marc records as necessary; and optimizing collections development by weeding outdated / damaged materials.  within this role, i successfully boosted attendance by spearheading efforts to initiate a popular teen afterschool program, along with planning and organizing children s storytimes and supplementary library events.  as this is just a sampling of my job history, please kindly refer to my enclosed resume for additional experience.

 

you will find me to be a results-driven, patron-focused professional who can contribute superior attention-to-detail and sharp analytical abilities.  in addition, i can plan, delegate, and manage multiple tasks within fast-paced, high-pressure environments while streamlining library and information research processes to improve productivity, efficiency, and quality.  for the sum of these aforementioned reasons, i believe i will prove to be an incredible asset to your team.

 

i look forward to hearing from you, and thank you in advance for your time and consideration.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

lauren valentino