Ayana L.
Cataloging and Acquisitions Assistant at California State Library
Librarian | Student-Centered Services |  Collaborative | Academic Reference & Research | Cultural Competence | Library Instruction | Inclusion & Belonging
Early career Librarian with over five years of paraprofessional experience committed to providing student-centered services designed to facilitate collaboration, innovation, and inclusion in a diverse learning environment. Knowledge of academic library programs and operations. Passionate about collaborating with students, faculty, and staff to eliminate achievement gaps, provide equitable instruction and research assistance, and facilitate student success. Willing and able to relocate and work nights and weekends.

Advanced Training
Critical Information Literacy | Inclusive Instructional Design | Cultural Competence | Student Engagement/Active Learning | Assessment | Cataloging/Classification

Core Competencies
General/Business Reference | Research | Collection Development | Information Access | Intellectual Freedom

Affiliations
American Library Association | California Library Association
California State Library
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Copy catalog via Ex Libris Alma; modify existing OCLC MARC 21 bibliographic records. Update Alma to reflect accurately physical holdings and items.
▸ Developed a standardized date format and file naming conventions for files saved on the digital repository hard drive.
▸ Improved library assistant training methods; took the initiative to document in-detail serials processing.
Sacramento, California, United States
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Cataloging and Acquisitions Assistant
Various staffing agency clients
Utilized customer service, graphic design, and research skills for various clients including:
▸ CRKW Studio: Designed floorplans with Bluebeam Revu and Adobe Photoshop.
▸ California Lawyers Association: Increased local bar program contacts from 393 to 689; presented research findings on 33 state bar organizations.
Sacramento, California, United States
Administrative Assistant
US Army Corps of Engineers
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Facilitated access to industry-specific databases and government publications for employees working in STEM fields. Conducted Internet and database research.
▸ Copied cataloged 405 acquisitions via SirsiDynix EOS by modifying existing OCLC MARC 21 bibliographic records.
▸ Fulfilled interlibrary loan materials requests via OCLC WorldShare, including monitoring, approving, or denying requests.
▸ Updated the online public access catalog homepage.
Seattle, Washington, United States
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Library Technician
Indian Hills Community College
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Conducted reference interviews to determine student needs and course/program requirements. Provided targeted information resources and point-of-need research assistance. Guided students through the research paper writing process. Facilitated access to electronic databases and print materials.
▸ Overhauled and streamlined the Interlibrary Loan processes and procedures.
▸ Created a new employee orientation manual for work-study students.
▸ Designed marketing materials for the 2012 National Library Week program.
Ottumwa, Iowa, United States
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Library Assistant
Fairfield Community School District
Helped students find and use library resources, audio/visual equipment, and library software to complete assignments. Offered one-on-one information literacy instruction.
▸ Designed and implemented the “Vampire Valentine’s Day” teen reading program.
▸ Developed and uploaded resource guides to the library website via Google Sites.
Fairfield, Iowa, United States
High School Library Aide
Indian Hills Community College
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Conducted reference interviews to determine student needs and course/program requirements. Provided targeted information resources and point-of-need research assistance. Guided students through the research paper writing process. Facilitated access to electronic databases and print materials.
▸ Overhauled and streamlined the Interlibrary Loan processes and procedures.
▸ Created a new employee orientation manual for work-study students.
▸ Designed marketing materials for the 2012 National Library Week program.
Ottumwa, Iowa, United States
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Library Assistant
Oskaloosa Public Library
Delivered circulation and reference services; worked independently and collaboratively with librarians to provide programming and outreach services for teens and adults.
▸ Designed and implemented the “Read the Book, See the Movie” adult summer reading program.
▸ Created promotional materials and delivered a presentation on the Homebound “Books on Wheels” program to expand outreach to the elderly.
▸ Participated in collection development; selected print resources to meet the unique challenges of job seekers during the Great Recession.
Oskaloosa, Iowa, United States
Library Assistant
Master of Library & Information Science - MLIS
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University of Washington
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Bachelor of Applied Studies
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University of Iowa
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Associate of Arts - AA
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Indian Hills Community College
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Library Juice Academy
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Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion Skills
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Washington Secretary of State
6962
Professional Librarian's Life Certificate
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