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Manage data flow for Smithsonian Research OnlineMaintain and enhance website contentGenerate custom reportsManage digital reprints from Smithsonian scholars

Washington D.C. Metro Area

In the Scholarly Communications and IT Support Department, assisting in the maintenance of research bibliography, environmental monitoring, IT infrastructure, and web 2.0 initiatives.

General Collections Care - Managed workflow of collection repair from 20+ library branches, including rebinding, rebacking, protective enclosures, paper repair, dry cleaning, assessment; Ensured proper materials and supplies were ordered and inventory maintained.Environmental Monitoring - Implemented an environmental monitoring system: selected monitors, installed server-based monitors, data management, reporting and alerting, coordinate action with building engineersSpecial Collections - Assisted in book exhibition design and preparation, maintained records on special collections items in book conservation lab and on exhibit/loan, rehoused items and performed low-level conservation treatments.Various - Sat on Staff Progress and Relations Committee, trained in disaster response and pest management, reviewed equipment needs and ordering, planned for large scale purchases and moves, identified library catalog record discrepancies and forwarded to appropriate departments.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Helped develop and lead food and agricultural-related activities for membership of over 1,300As webmaster at slowfooddc.org using Wordpress platform, redesigned site, added content, managed blog, etc.Implemented and managed cloud-based productivity suite Google AppsManaged social media presence on Facebook and TwitterDesigned awards decals, posters, publications, etc.Helped manage press and other inquiries