Library Assistant Resume Example

Library Assistant · Northeastern University Libraries

Boston, MA · 2022 - Present

• Managed daily circulation activities, processing an average of 150+ check-outs/returns and interlibrary loan requests, ensuring timely access to materials.
• Provided direct research assistance to 30-40 patrons daily, guiding them in locating resources, utilizing databases, and navigating library systems.
• Assisted with basic cataloging tasks for new acquisitions, adding metadata for approximately 50-70 items per week into the ILS (Alma).
• Resolved complex patron account issues and overdue material inquiries, reducing outstanding balances by 15% through effective communication.
• Trained 3 new student workers on circulation procedures, shelving protocols, and patron service best practices.

Library Aide · Boston Public Library

Boston, MA · 2021 - 2022

• Organized and reshelved an average of 200+ books and multimedia items daily across multiple sections, maintaining an organized and accessible collection.
• Supported 10+ public programs and events per month, including setup, registration, and attendee assistance for up to 50 participants.
• Assisted patrons with basic inquiries, directing them to appropriate resources or staff members, improving initial query resolution by 20%.
• Performed routine inventory checks, identifying and reporting damaged or missing materials to preserve collection integrity.
• Processed and prepared new materials for shelving, including applying labels and protective covers for 100+ items weekly.

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature · Northeastern University

Boston, MA · 2018 - 2022

• Graduated Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.7/4.0.
• Completed coursework in research methods, archival studies, and digital humanities.
• Recipient of the Dean's List honor for six semesters.

Library Assistant, Special Collections · Oregon Historical Society

Portland, OR · 2023 - Present

• Processed and arranged over 150 linear feet of new archival collections, including personal papers, organizational records, and photographs, improving discoverability by 25%.
• Digitized more than 500 historical photographs and documents, cataloging them with Dublin Core metadata for online access, increasing digital collection size by 10%.
• Assisted an average of 20 patrons weekly with genealogy and local history research, effectively retrieving rare materials and providing research guidance.
• Monitored environmental conditions for delicate artifacts and documents, ensuring proper storage and contributing to a 98% preservation rate for assigned collections.
• Trained 3 new volunteers on basic archival handling procedures and database entry protocols, enhancing team efficiency.

Archives Aide · Portland State University Library, Special Collections

Portland, OR · 2022 - 2023

• Cataloged over 300 rare books and unique manuscript collections using MARC and EAD standards, significantly improving accuracy and searchability.
• Managed interlibrary loan requests for special collection items, coordinating with 10+ institutions monthly to ensure secure transit and return.
• Assisted in the physical arrangement and inventory of the university's historical records, contributing to a 15% reduction in retrieval time.
• Supported faculty and student researchers by retrieving and re-shelving delicate materials, ensuring their proper handling and security.
• Scanned and performed OCR on 200+ pages of historical documents, enhancing their usability for digital research projects.

Bachelor of Arts in History, Minor in Library & Information Science · Portland State University

Portland, OR · 2018 - 2022

• Graduated Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.8/4.0
• Completed coursework in Archival Methods, Digital Humanities, and Information Organization