Responsible for the oversight of the library's computer network and technology. Researches and acquires new technology for the public and staff. Configures and deploys new technology. Finds ways to repurpose older technology to extend useful life. Swiss Army librarian able to step in and assist in almost any capacity.

Responsible for acquiring, processing, and entering items into the library's Library of Things collection. Maintains collection to keep items in good repair. Investigates and recommends new technology platforms to facilitate service to library guests. Staffs the library's Maker Studio assisting guests in their discoveries and projects.

+ Oversee a department of 17 in delivering high-quality library services to the adult population of the library district.+ Directly supervise five professional librarians, including two Assistant Department Heads and an Adult Programming Associate.+ Develop and manage a $908,000 departmental budget including lines for staffing, collections, online resources and programming.+ Assessed strengths and weaknesses of the adult collection and implemented the CREW style of collection development and maintenance.+ As part of collection development, directly worked with the Dewey 300s, including finance and economics and true crime; reference and online resources (databases).+ Worked to transition departmental scheduling to an electronic format utilizing Google Calendar and other technologies.+ Actively participate in Management and Leadership Team meetings.+ Served on various internal library committees including Programming, Technology, and Grant seeking.+ Worked with other department managers to ensure consistent delivery of programs and services throughout the entire library.+ Negotiated contracts with online database vendors to keep costs low and consistent year to year.Accomplishments: + Working within the existing budget, replaced an outdated microfilm reader/printer with a digital scanning unit, allowing the library the ability to digitize existing filmed collections and helping patrons receive better quality scans of their items.+ Switched the library’s language learning resource from Mango Languages to Pronunciator, saving over $1500 per year in the database budget and providing patrons with a more content rich resource.+ Worked to implement Ebsco Discovery Service technology into the online catalog. Usage of online resources increased: in July 2016, Gale resource usage was 93 sessions; in July 2017, it was 360 sessions.

+ Create training material and conduct staff and public training on new technology.+ Beta test and implement new technology, such as Evanced Sign Up and Spaces products; Text-a-Librarian services via Mosio; littleBits; Raspberry Pi; Arduino, and new widgets on the website.+ Tested and implemented free open-source digital sign solution – RiseVision – to replace outgoing FireSign.+ Responsible for setting up and overseeing various electronic resources, including Lynda.com and LexisNexis.+ Lead teams comprised of members from all areas of the library to complete various technology projects.+ Work with Deputy Director to review and recommend electronic resources for inclusion to library collection.+ Serve as backup website administrator.+ Assist patrons with questions and research inquiries.Accomplishment: Worked with Children Services Department Manager and Deputy Director to implement a laptop check-out program utilizing Chromebooks to fulfill a patron need of using a computer in various areas of the Children’s Department while monitoring their children at the same time.

+ Served as liaison to the business community.+ Participated in Bolingbrook Chamber of Commerce events.+ Ordered materials for the business & finance collections.+ Supervised the Graphic Arts Assistant in production of informational pieces and marketing materials.+ Staffed the reference and media desks to handle patron questions and research inquiries in a timely fashion.+ Provided public relations services for the library.Accomplishment: Worked with a small library board subcommittee and the Library Director to establish and implement a library logo contest; presented finalists chosen by the committee to the entire board.

+ Wrote press releases, marketing materials, and newsletter articles promoting library services.+ Responsible for $40,000 per year public relations budget, including newsletter printing and mailing, display advertising, and library takeaways. + Established Graphic Arts Assistant position and supervised the position.+ Established committees as needed for various projects, including redevelopment of the library website.+ Set up and administered the library’s social media presences, including WordPress blogs, Facebook, and Twitter.Accomplishment: Orchestrated and conducted a successful $39.6 million building bond referendum campaign by creating campaign materials; attending public meetings for various community groups like the Bolingbrook Lions, Bolingbrook/Romeoville Kiwanis, Bolingbrook Rotary, and DuPage Township Republican & Democratic Parties to give presentations on the library referendum; and successfully managed a $100,000 referendum budget. After the referendum passed, coordinated Staff Building Committee visits to seven recently completed library buildings to gather ideas for the new Fountaindale Public Library building.

+ Responsible for handling various client accounts including businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and government agencies.+ Wrote press releases, marketing materials, and created advertising for clients.+ Pitched stories to the media, highlighting our clients and their accomplishments.+ On occasion, spoke with local legislators and government officials regarding issues important to our clients.+ Attended client meetings to offer ideas and handle crisis communications.+ Coordinated and oversaw day-to-day administrative office tasks.Accomplishment: Working on Microsoft FrontPage, established the first web site for the Will County Board, the legislative body setting policy for Will County, IL. Working with a graphic designer, helped to design a new logo for the Board and created stationary and other materials that utilized the new logo branding.

+ Handled day-to-day media tasks including writing press releases, preparing marketing materials, and fielding media inquiries.+ As part of the management team, coordinated a successful $28 million building bond referendum campaign. * Wrote and edited material for library newsletter and two pamphlets. * Coordinated strategic mailing of materials to spread out and pace arrival into homes. * Identified precincts to target for coordinated knock and drop campaign. * Developed walking maps and strategy for walking neighborhoods. * Directed a dozen two-person teams in walking neighborhoods to distribute library campaign literature.+ Coordinated the library’s participation in local area parades and festivals.+ Oversaw the work of two graphic artists.Accomplishment: Brought layout and design of library newsletter in-house, saving $5000 each year.

SPORTS PUBLICITY ASSISTANT1999-2000+ Coordinate the media needs of 10 head coaches across 15 athletic programs.+ Write and distribute game-day press releases to local sports media.+ Write and pitch feature pieces on university athletic programs, coaching milestones and significant athlete accomplishments.+ Edit, layout and design 1999-2000 university basketball media guide covering both men's and women's basketball programs.ACCESS SERVICES ASSISTANT1996-1999+ Open and prepare the library for use Monday through Friday from August through May.+ Oversee the day-to-day operations of library circulation.+ Oversee the supervision of 12 student employees.+ Accept, process and track coursework reserve materials put on reserve by university faculty.+ Compile department circulation and usage statistics on a monthly and yearly basis.+ Facilitated in the transition to DRA integrated library system, including training others in how the system worked. Assisted in trouble shooting the new system.Accomplishment: Computerized the tracking of library statistics utilizing Microsoft Excel. Provided the ability to better analyze and visualize circulation and usage statistics for library materials.