Janice Howie
Newtown,NSW
Summary
Librarian exhibiting superb communication and interpersonal skills. Dedicated to fostering welcoming and inviting library atmosphere.
Agile and adaptable team member with outstanding work history.
Motivational approach and energetic positive nature.
Skilled at coaching clients and colleagues.
Forward-thinking and hard working with diplomatic communication style focused on maximizing engagement and satisfaction.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Technician
National Art School Library
Forbes, Darlinghurst, NSW
06.2020 - Current
- Provides specialised Reference and Information services to National Art School students and academic staff
- Utilises extensive interest and knowledge of visual arts
- Fosters & develop close working relationships with staff and colleagues
- Actively contribution to ongoing streamlining of library acquisition process
- Catalogues and processes new or donated material for National Art School Library Collection.
Casual Librarian
City of Sydney Libraries
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Worked at every Branch of City of Sydney Libraries
- Provided expert professional support to every Branch of City of Sydney Libraries on ad-hoc basis, as require
- Provided proactive reference and information services
- Responsible for all opening and closing procedures when on duty
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties
- This position was dissolved because of changes to Library structure owing to COVID 19
Family Caring
02.2017 - 10.2017
- Caring for elderly mother in Scotland
Acting Manager
Veech Library, Catholic Institute of Sydney
Strathfield, NSW
01.2015 - 03.2017
- Development, coordination and delivery of information services that contribute to learning and teaching of staff and students at CIS
- Development of Library Orientation Courses for all students
- Development of Online-Database Training courses for Academic Staff and Students
- Lead role in Implementation of Alma Library System and migration from Aleph System
- Liaison with all Library suppliers, including subscription agents, booksellers & library system providers
- Management of staff, budget and collections
- Provision of reports on all Library operations and activities to Management Team.
Family Caring
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Caring for elderly parents
- Took voluntary redundancy from State Library NSW , in order to return to Scotland on temporary basis to provide care for Mother & Father.
Team Leader
02.2006 - 02.2014
- Coordination of daily operations of Information and Access Division of State Library NSW
- Played pivotal role in implementation of service delivery strategies and development of client projects and programs.
- Responsible for provision and maintenance of high service standards across all areas of Library Access and Information Services
- Delivered exceptional standards of customer service.
- Led Rare Books and Academics Team. Team developed specially tailored programs for tertiary students, academics and special interest groups using Rare Books collection and promoting relevant areas of Library collection.
- Development of Online Guide to Rare Books collection.•
- Development and presentation of wide range of Programs relevant to Team’s client groups.
- Provision of expert advice to Branch Manager, Coordinators and other Staff on issues ranging from Reading Room Service to Management of Rare Book Collection.
- Facilitation of planning and development of all library information services
- Contribution of specialised knowledge and information to Library’s large scale digitisation projects
- Mentored and guided Team to foster skills and completion of assigned duties
Family Caring
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Caring for child with a disability
- Involved in care and intensive rehabilitation for daughter who had stroke at age 7
Librarian, Acting Manager
Library, Australian
Sydney
01.1992 - 01.2003
Assistant Curator
National Art Library, Victoria
London
01.1985 - 01.1992
Deputy Head
Fisher Library, Sydney University
01.1990 - 01.1991
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Librarianship
Strathclyde University
GlasgowMA Degree - Art History
University of Glasgow
GlasgowSkills
- Skilled researcher
- Friendly and Approachable
- Client Service
- Excellent Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Confident Program Presenter
Timeline
Library Technician
National Art School Library
06.2020 - Current
Casual Librarian
City of Sydney Libraries
08.2019 - 09.2020
Family Caring
02.2017 - 10.2017
Acting Manager
Veech Library, Catholic Institute of Sydney
01.2015 - 03.2017
Family Caring
01.2014 - 01.2015
Team Leader
02.2006 - 02.2014
Family Caring
01.2004 - 01.2006
Librarian, Acting Manager
Library, Australian
01.1992 - 01.2003
Deputy Head
Fisher Library, Sydney University
01.1990 - 01.1991
Assistant Curator
National Art Library, Victoria
01.1985 - 01.1992
Postgraduate Diploma - Librarianship
Strathclyde University
MA Degree - Art History
University of Glasgow
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