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Lisle, IL

• Maintained all library applications including the evaluation of new applications and services.
• Responsible for the life cycle of digital resources including their trial, evaluation, purchase, setup and marketing.
• Provided in-person and virtual reference and instruction services as scheduled.
• Served as liaison between the library and Information Technology, Student SuccessCenter and other campus departments as assigned.
• Represented the library as a member of the University Web Site and Technology AdvisoryCommittees.
• Participated in several campus task force projects including an AQIP Systems Portfolioreview and update, Campus Network Security evaluation, Student Retention initiative andan Embedded Librarian pilot for two separate.

Elmhurst, IL

• Created a technology plan to track all library hardware and software including two instruction labs and a faculty technology lab.
• Trained staff on all peripheral equipment (scanners, projectors, printers, etc.).
• Interacted with campus Information Technology to build stronger relationship.
• Created an electronic calendar and resource toolbar for library and faculty use.
• Evaluated and acquired new books for the Computer Science department.
• Designed and scanned digital images to create a new art collection database.

Riverwoods, IL

• Acted as primary business owner and project manager for three software releases annually.
• Defined project scope and coordinated annual releases across three customer facing units.
• Wrote business, user and detailed requirements for all proposed functionality enhancements for a market leading tax application.
• Tested user interface in order to report and track defect resolution for all support issues and software enhancements.
• Conducted database usability and training sessions with subscribers and corporate sales force.
• Wrote specifications and liaised with architects to design and test three features for a new user interface released in Spring 2007.

Riverwoods, IL

• Coordinated the development of four internet-based products from concept through launch.
• Assisted in QA and correction of data issues to ensure timely release.
• Weekly HTML updates, including delivery of customer communication.
• Wrote requirements documents and use cases for CCH ChargeMaster Comply; upon launch the product generated $5 million in new sales revenue and continues to grow.
• Managed team of 20 Production Specialists tracking workload distribution, daily product deadlines, time management, goal setting and delivering performance review feedback.
• Trained team members on data processing and defect resolution for all electronic products.

Master Of Library & Information Science - Mlis

Activities and Societies: LISSA, ILA, ALA

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, English Literature

Associate Of Arts - Aa