Kathie Sharp Email & Phone Number

Boulder, Co

Boulder, Co

Boulder, Co

Boulder

Colorado

Certified BCIA Biofeedback Therapist. Worked to help people reduce stress, utilizing biofeedback instruments and computer biofeedback. Utilized energy modification techniques to help shift mental/emotional states.

Hawaii Medical Library, Oahu

•Worked independently and in collaboration with others to develop database records for the online library catalog of alternative medicine special collection [contract position].•Analyzed materials: printed, audio, video, physical models for preparation of written records for data input by technicians.•Utilized technical manuals for compiling standardized database record formats [AACR2, MeSH, LCSH].•Referenced online catalogs, national and regionsl databases for research of existing or similar records to ensure quality records. Mostly original cataloging.Fulfilled original contract and was extended.

Vista Regional Library

•Answered routine and complex questions for the public in person and via multiline phone, and internally for interlibrary loans (ILL).•Researched in-depth reference information requests, providing answers orally and in writing.•Supervised ILL. Worked with and answered questions for ILL technicians in all of the county libraries. •Collaborated to write and produce the ILL manual for the county system.•Collection management, growth and maintenance.•Cataloged federal government documents as a federal depository library. Subject indexing using SuDocs and LCSH.•Instructed clients on use of internet, use of systems, and research.

•Studied tax law and procedures and passed examinations for the job.•Provided information and assistance to taxpayers over the telephone.•Utilized procedural manuals to evaluate questions and provide answers.•Researched and reconciled tax law and procedural problems to advise on applicable tax laws, methods, or forms needed to report income.•Utilized the IDRS online tax filing system to resolve tax account problems.•Prepared written responses to tax inquiry correspondence.

•Supported personnel staff to develop and conduct mainframe and microcomputer network personnel applications.•Prepared training announcements and correspondence. •Maintained in-house database system: structural changes, data input/accuracy and backup. Installed software.•Approved invoices for training.•Developed written instructions and trained users on use of the database.•Provided reports on employee training, weekly, monthly and as requested.•Utilized office machines: telephone, fax, copier, computer, calculator.

La Jolla, Ca

Managed funds for 20 contracts/grants from set-up to closing. Performed budget projections and adjustments, including calculation of payroll. Monitored expenditures and administered transactions for purchasing, travel and all other financial exchanges, e.g. shipping, invoice payment. Posted and reconciled to general ledger. Resolved account problems. Composed correspondence. Compiled and produced monthly and closing fund status reports. Assisted in proposal budget preparation for soliciting new contracts/grants. Processed personnel actions for new and continuing employees. Interacted with faculty, staff and students. In Biology, acted as receptionist. Placed purchase orders with vendors for the largest department on campus. Developed and indexed a computerized equipment inventory (20,000 items+). Conducted annual inventory. Required excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to prioritize workload and skill to follow detailed policies and procedures. Knowledge of computer programs/systems and 10-key by touch.

Web

Web Authoring and Multimedia Graphic Design.

Bachelor’S Degree, Natural Resources And Conservation

Master Of Library & Information Science (M.L.I.S.), Library And Information Science