Jennifer Mcdevitt Email & Phone Number

• Planned, promoted, delivered, and evaluated creative and engaging adult-oriented programs aligned with the library’s strategic direction.• Developed and maintained the adult non-fiction print and digital collections, and provided input into budget allocations for collections and database licences. • Resolved customer issues and provided reference service, reader’s advisory, and tech support to patrons and staff.• Built relationships with local organizations and participated in… Show more • Planned, promoted, delivered, and evaluated creative and engaging adult-oriented programs aligned with the library’s strategic direction.• Developed and maintained the adult non-fiction print and digital collections, and provided input into budget allocations for collections and database licences. • Resolved customer issues and provided reference service, reader’s advisory, and tech support to patrons and staff.• Built relationships with local organizations and participated in outreach events to share information and make connections. Show less

• Provided leadership and direction to a team of 25 staff, including direct supervision of the Library Manager and Programmers• Developed a person-first, goals-oriented performance (p)review process and maintained an open-door, supportive management style• Managed change effectively throughout the implementation of new HR/payroll software and renovations of the library space• Established understanding and a positive image of the library by building and maintaining relationships with… Show more • Provided leadership and direction to a team of 25 staff, including direct supervision of the Library Manager and Programmers• Developed a person-first, goals-oriented performance (p)review process and maintained an open-door, supportive management style• Managed change effectively throughout the implementation of new HR/payroll software and renovations of the library space• Established understanding and a positive image of the library by building and maintaining relationships with community organizations and stakeholders• Advised the Board on political actions and advocacy, budget, policies, and services Show less

• Managed all aspects of an Open Educational Resources repository and service• Created and updated action plan, collected success metrics, and monitored key performance indicators• Coordinated and oversaw three working groups, setting priorities and assigning tasks in order to achieve the project's strategic goals • Provided user support and training for PressbooksEDU• Developed and delivered OER education and awareness program and created marketing and advocacy campaigns for… Show more • Managed all aspects of an Open Educational Resources repository and service• Created and updated action plan, collected success metrics, and monitored key performance indicators• Coordinated and oversaw three working groups, setting priorities and assigning tasks in order to achieve the project's strategic goals • Provided user support and training for PressbooksEDU• Developed and delivered OER education and awareness program and created marketing and advocacy campaigns for AtlanticOER Show less

• Collaborated with community partners to bring library services to a diverse range of youth outside of the library• Mentored a council of teen volunteers in the process of designing, facilitating, and evaluating teen-led programming• Found creative ways to promote teen programming and foster community connections remotely• Curated, maintained, and oversaw the budget for the young adult collection

With Dr. Geoffrey Rockwell of Digital Humanities & Philosophy (January 2020 - August 2021)• Served as UAlberta’s metadata point person for the SSHRC-funded SpokenWeb project• Created crosswalks and recommendation reports for the recording of descriptive and structural metadata for digitized reel-to-reel tapes to enable a streamlined ingest process across three separate databases• Designed, and trained English & Film Studies students on, instructional documents for the recording of… Show more With Dr. Geoffrey Rockwell of Digital Humanities & Philosophy (January 2020 - August 2021)• Served as UAlberta’s metadata point person for the SSHRC-funded SpokenWeb project• Created crosswalks and recommendation reports for the recording of descriptive and structural metadata for digitized reel-to-reel tapes to enable a streamlined ingest process across three separate databases• Designed, and trained English & Film Studies students on, instructional documents for the recording of descriptive and structural metadataWith Dr. Brenda Reyes Ayala of the School for LIS (September 2019 - April 2020)• Ran and edited Python scripts on Compute Canada for a project researching quality assurance in web archiving• Edited and wrote grant applications and academic articles for the same projectWith Dr. Judy Liao of Augustana Social Sciences (September 2019 - December 2019)• Conducted a literature review and annotated bibliography of the field of queer game studies• Created a Let’s Play video queering the gameplay of NBA 2k20’s WNBA game modes Show less

Camrose, Ab

• Designed and conducted research into patron satisfaction via surveys and face-to-face interaction.• Worked within a team to support Summer Reading Club, Book Bike, and Intergenerational programming.• Promoted the library's programs and services on Facebook and Instagram.

Camrose, Ab

• Created and implemented a social media editorial calendar and wrote content to promote the library's events, programs, and services.• Assisted with writing and designing a five-year Plan of Service for the library, including Mission, Vision, and Values.• Worked with a team to plan, market, and run the annual tea party to kick-off summer programming. We planned for 300 and were delighted with an attendance of 785 people.

Lac La Biche, Ab

• Developed and implemented action plan to redesign museum website, which increased the average session duration by over 400% and return visitors by over 40% in the first month • Created tailored tour programming based on the Alberta curriculum for Grades K-3 • Used existing exhibit policy to develop an exhibit strategic plan and researched and designed new exhibits • Accessioned incoming artifacts and archival material according to museum best practice

Saint John, Nb

• Aided students with multimedia equipment (3D printer, Adobe Creative Suite, and video cameras) • Worked IT help desk shifts and responded to software installation tickets in the Student Technology Centre

Camrose, Ab

• Oversaw the cataloguing of artifacts and successfully implemented a new organizational system• Designed educational programs for children & adults• Contributed to the planning and marketing of museum events attended by upwards of 100 people

Saint John, Nb

• Designed brochures and posters for library services, programs, and events • Created content for all social media platforms, including website pages and promotional video • Assisted patrons with research and technology inquiries

Camrose, Ab

• Oversaw the cataloguing of artifacts and successfully implemented a new organizational system • Designed educational programs for children & adults • Contributed to the planning and marketing of museum events attended by upwards of 100 people

Wainwright, Ab

• Provided client service (both by telephone and in person) • Performed data entry efficiently • Worked within a team to maintain and create streamlined office protocols

Hardisty, Ab

• Helped patrons to use the computers and to locate books & information • Organized inventory and processed interlibrary loans

Ma/Mlis, Digital Humanities & Library And Information Studies, 4.0 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Future Librarians for Intellectual Freedom, Digital Humanities Student Association, The Landing: Society.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Honours English & Double Major In Information And Communication Studies, 4.0 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Golden Key International Honour Society Thesis: Staying Bubbly: Constructions of Adolescent Identity.