Summary
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Work History
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References
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Rafe McCarthy

Southbank

Summary

Resourceful school librarian with experience in managing extensive collections of books and digital resources. Possess strong skills in information science, cataloging, literacy programming, and technology integration. Have contributed to fostering a love for reading and learning within diverse student populations. Noted for maintaining an organized and welcoming library environment that supports academic achievement.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Primary School Librarian

Heritage Collage
Narre Warren
04.2025 - Current
  • Created and maintained an online catalogue for books and other materials.
  • Developed a range of programs to encourage student engagement with literature.
  • Compiled bibliographies on various topics requested by faculty members.

Volunteer

The PMI Victorian History Library
Melbourne
06.2024 - Current
  • Shelving
  • Indexing

Print and Copy Team Member

Officeworks
South Melbourne
11.2010 - 02.2024
  • Handled customer enquiries via phone, email and face to face.
  • Operated Print and Copy resources.
  • Training and mentoring new staff.
  • Dealing with customer complaints to a high standard.
  • Prioritised job requests and set workflows as part of opening the department for the day's operation.

Concierge

Windsor Hotel
Melbourne
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Welcoming hotel guests and assisting with general queries.
  • Problem solving guest concerns.
  • Coordinating guest luggage and valet parking needs.
  • Concierge desk supervision.

Education

Diploma of Library Information Services -

Swinburne
Hawthorn
06.2025

Bachelor of Audio Production -

SAE Institute
Melbourne
12.2013

Bachelor of Science - Genetics, Biology

Monash University
Clayton
12.2011

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong initiative
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft office suite
  • Experienced in staff training and mentoring
  • Calm approach to problem solving

References

Available upon request

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Timeline

Primary School Librarian

Heritage Collage
04.2025 - Current

Volunteer

The PMI Victorian History Library
06.2024 - Current

Concierge

Windsor Hotel
02.2023 - 08.2023

Print and Copy Team Member

Officeworks
11.2010 - 02.2024

Diploma of Library Information Services -

Swinburne

Bachelor of Audio Production -

SAE Institute

Bachelor of Science - Genetics, Biology

Monash University
Rafe McCarthy