Morgan Carkhuff
Colona
Summary
My initiatives in event planning and technology instruction significantly improved community involvement, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills vital for modern library services. I'm an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Library Assistant
Colona Public Library
11.2022 - Current
- Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
- Maintained a well-organized collection through diligent shelving, shelf-reading, and inventory management tasks.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
- Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members on projects aimed at improving overall library services and offerings.
- Enhanced patron experience by providing efficient and courteous customer service at the circulation desk.
- Promoted literacy and reading enjoyment through developing engaging book displays and promotional materials.
- Processed library card applications and maintained patron records with accurate contact information.
- Developed library displays and implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.
- Maintained secure environment by monitoring visitors at front desk.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for patrons needing technical support with computers, printers, or other equipment.
- Collected and processed fines on overdue library materials.
- Assisted patrons with printing and copying according to personalized requirements.
- Collected fees, fines and donations for balanced library finances.
- Developed crucial digital skills among patrons by offering instructional sessions on using library technology effectively.
- Answered phone and in-person inquiries about library services, policies and procedures to provide accurate information.
- Checked out and checked in materials to support patron circulation needs.
- Helped patrons locate resources using catalog and circulation systems.
- Provided basic computer assistance to help patrons access needed resources.
- Assisted patrons with library's computers and provided information on logging onto Internet.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA03.2022
Skills
- Written and oral communication
- Computer Assistance
- Cataloging and shelving
- Shelf reading
- Library Services
- Material Shelving
- Circulation desk
- Children's programs
- Event Planning
- Material Check-In and Check-Out
Certification
In High School I took an additional elective for Child Care Professional. This makes me a verified Teacher's Aide if I was to choose that profession.
Hobbies/Extra Information
I'm a very artistic and creative person.
- An avid music fan/listener
- I create art and occasionally poetry
- I'm a beginner in graphic design
Extra Talents/Hobbies
I'm a very fast learner and a hard worker.
I'm very good and patient with children.
A huge family person.
I'm pretty flexible with hours/shifts.
Always willing to help out the most I can.
Timeline
Library Assistant
Colona Public Library
11.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
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