Libraries

I have spent the last 20 years working in libraries. My first library job was working at my college library. I worked there for about a year and a half. After college, I got a job working at the public library in my hometown. I worked mainly at the circulation desk and shelved lots of books. I also worked the reference and the Family History departments. I really enjoyed answering research questions, and helping people find more information about their family history.

In my twenties, I got a full-time job working at another college library. For the first few years, I worked as a library assistant, which consisted of me helping students with their research, and assisting with library technology. I also constructed library displays and assisted with inventory. About five years later I took a job as the library secretary. I purchased office supplies, and assisted with monthly reports, and maintained records.

My next position in the library, was as a Specialist. This is the current job that I have. I’ve been working in this position for 8 years. In addition to supplies, I order books for the library and teach library classes. Under the direction of the Library Manager, I oversee the library budget and run data analysists and other reports. I’m also one of the main catalogers.