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About me
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Experienced information professional with a proven track record in managing and organizing information resources, supporting data-driven decision-making, and delivering high-quality information services. Proficient in digital research tools, online databases, and information management systems. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Strong technical, communication, and interpersonal skills, committed to ensuring efficient access to information and excellent user support. |
Skills
basic software skills (MS Office)
budget management
communication skills
customer service
Familiarity with Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and connected vehicles
Familiarity with scheduling tools.
grant writing
HTML/CSS
Interpersonal skills
Linux
macOS
Medical knowledge
organizational skills
project management
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research skills
risk management
teamwork
Time management
Work Experience
Librarian
Enable Ireland
2023-05-05
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Present
Identified, tendered, and implemented a new library management system Developed and implemented new cataloguing and classification system for the collection Liaised with the Data Protection Officer to develop and implement new GDPR and Privacy procedures for the library Launched a user analytics system to track library metrics, user impact, and the effects of government equipment funding Collected and analyzed feedback from staff and end-users to improve library services and inform decision-making Implemented new device management system profiles and procedures for loaned iPads using Jamf and Apple School Manager Researched and implemented new technologies, streamlining legacy platforms and processes to enhance efficiency Road-mapped workflows and processes for automation and efficiency using Power Automate Leveraged AI-powered analysis for data preprocessing to improve accuracy and efficiency in data management Served as line manager for the Technical Librarian and Assistant Librarian, providing guidance, support, and performance oversight Managed the library website's development and maintenance using HTML/CSS within a content management system, ensuring user-friendly navigation and accessibility
Academic Librarian
St. George's International School
2019-08-01
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2019-12-20
Managed acquisitions of both physical and digital resources, English, French, German, and Spanish language; liaise with other campus libraries for cost-effective acquisitions Managed and reconciled the library budget Spearheaded and managed the launch of the online public access catalogue (OPAC) Updated taxonomies and controlled vocabularies to facilitate OPAC transition Provided staff and student training for the library management system, AccessIt and its OPAC Ensured library operations and resource choices are GDPR compliant Developed a comprehensive collection management policy to guide resource acquisition and maintenance Supervised library administrative staff and student volunteers, overseeing their tasks and ensuring effective team collaboration
Library Assistant
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
2018-05-01
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2018-07-01
Performed historical and clinical enquiries for college members using subscribed database resources (i.e. Knowledge Network Database) to support evidence-based practice Completed an indexing project for the Surgeons’ News publication using controlled vocabularies and MeSH standards Catalogued new library and museum stock to ISASD(G) and RDA standard Assisted the Heritage Department, including Archives, with conservation and digitization of the collection
Education
International Studies
Bachelor of Arts
2011-08-01
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2014-05-15
Graduated with Honors GPA 3.4 athe University of Utah, USA. Key modules: Cross-Cultural Communications, Business Communications, Bioethics Course, Computer Essentials
Information and Library Studies
Master of Sciences
2017-09-01
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2018-10-17
Graduated with Distinction from Robert Gordon University, Scotland. Key modules: Managing Library Services, Knowledge Organization, Information Seeking and Use, Digital Libraries, Cataloguing and Classification, Professional Fieldwork Placement, Research Methods Dissertation: Information Seeking Behaviour and Functional Health Literacy in Crohn’s Disease Patients