PERSONAL STATEMENT
Attentive librarian with 6+ years of experience managing library operations, collecting and organising library resources, and engaging with patrons to provide quality customer service. Skilled in overseeing the check-in/out process for books and all other materials while maintaining library records.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Librarian
Teesdale Comprehensive School, Barnard Castle, August 2020–present
- Lead a team of 3 librarians and oversee day-to-day library activities
- Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date collection of learning resources, including books, journals, magazines, and digital assets
- Foster an inviting library atmosphere, increasing the number of daily visitors by 50%
- Identify and use new vendors and websites to acquire learning materials, cutting library acquisition costs by 70%
- Improve the performance and productivity of team members by leading monthly training initiatives
Librarian
Darlington Town Crown Street Library, Darlington, July 2017–July 2020
- Contributed to the development and maintenance of library collection
- Defined and executed a policy and procedure manual for library services
- Rolled out collection development, quality improvement, and content regulation plans
- Supported patrons to locate reading material, and facilitated check-in/out process
- Identified categories of daily visitors and organised library resources
- Raised awareness about library services by designing and disseminating brochures/handouts
Intern
Darlington Town Crown Street Library, Darlington, May 2016–June 2020
- Gained real-world expertise and experience by shadowing library staff
- Supported daily operational objectives under library staff supervision
- Drafted reports on patron experience and areas for general improvement, then communicated these details to the senior manager
EDUCATION
York St John University, York, UK (2013–2016)
BSc Library Science — upper second-class honours
Relevant Modules: Library Digitisation, Resources and Documentation, Organisation of Information, Library Management
KEY SKILLS
- Expert communication, analytical, and interpersonal, customer service, and relationship-building skills
- Proficient in collections management, procurement, and negotiations
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
- Avid chess player
- Seasoned cook
- Curious traveller
- Hungry reader