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Sonoma County, California, United States

Escondido, California

Hooksett, Nh

Provide strategic leadership and planning for library operations, policies, services, and activities in alignment with vision statement and established long-term business goals. Develop and execute effective marketing strategy with a focus on community engagement, events, sponsorship, and continuous enhancement of library services. Partner with director and trustees on financial planning and resource allocation while overseeing preparation of library collection development and adult programming budget. Train and orient new staff, train guests on electronic resources and reference material, and represent library and New Hampshire Library Association before committees, boards, government, media, and the public.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:- Developed a successful marketing strategy with a focus on social media, community calendars, local paper, and library communications to measure engagement and attendance for a multitude of programs. ● Established policies to meet the needs of care providers for developmentally challenged adults to ensure their full participation and enjoyment of library resources. ● Consistently develop relationships and remain active with community outreach and external organizations to ensure partnerships fulfilled through library programs.

Manchester, New Hampshire

Delivered oversight and leadership of circulation activities in consultation with senior leadership and library policies. Hired and led a talented staff of librarians, clerks, and pages and developed staff performance by establishing and implementing improvement plans. Developed policies, promoted an atmosphere of community service and positive guest experience, and streamlined processes in line with continuous improvement initiatives. Attended high-level meetings and served as Member Chair and Chair of Conference Planning with the New Hampshire Library Association.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:● Effectively streamlined workflows and established performance improvement plans in line with process improvement initiatives and goal of enhanced staff efficiency and morale. ● Developed outreach program by instituting a more formal process.● Demonstrated ability to consistently handle staff and visitor issues with poise, professionalism, and patience.

Franklin, Ohio

Directed business positioning for community relations and partnerships by developing and implementing collaborative programs and marketing initiatives. Oversaw a talented staff of assistants and pages to carry out activities related to promoting library services through social media marketing, local media, and area business promotions. Successfully managed programming and marketing budget, developed operational policies, and built partnerships that resulted in gift-giving and fundraising opportunities. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:● Built the department from the ground up and developed program schedule while increasing awareness of library brand.● Increased circulation and card-holder membership by 12% in two years through strategic marketing initiatives. ● Successfully developed and nurtured community relationships and partnerships for co-sponsored programs.

Concord, New Hampshire

Served a strategic role in enhancing library operations and services by providing a range of services via established policies and resources. Supervised a staff of six and prepared and managed a budget of $2.5M, allocated budget resources, and served as key player on the budget committee. Led all aspects of planning, design, and installation of educational exhibitions while managing the proper housing of archival collections and rare piece repair. Conducted in-depth research for the New Hampshire State Legislature, wrote legal histories, and composed copy for New Hampshire State Library and website.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:● Developed a successful training program for teaching reference skills to libraries throughout the state. ● Wrote a proposal and received grants for a temperature-controlled room and proper housing for a map collection.● Collaborated across the state with other libraries to effectively manage and promote services and programs state-wide.

Master, Library Science

Bachelor Of Arts, History