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This resume was originally posted with all of the information complete, including full name and address, phone numbers, exact places where the experiences took place, etc. Harry is a wonderful librarian, in part because he is open to, and trusting of, people in general. Sometimes that translates to "helpful," and sometimes to "naive." Wise counsel has been offered, and Harry has decided to follow it, that providing e-mail links on every page, and a guestbook on the index or "home" page, is enough to allow seriously interested parties to contact him for specifics.
Due to the controversial nature of some of Harry's pages, and to the presence on the net of a few disturbed individuals with plenty of time on their hands and the ability to misuse such information, the resume has been "edited for content."
HARRY THE LIBRARIAN
A SMALL APARTMENT
SOMEWHERE IN THE NORTHEAST, USA
Residence: Contact via e-mail link
Office: Contact via e-mail link
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
LIBRARY DIRECTOR: SMALL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
26,500 population city, Norheast, USA 2001 - Present
* Came on board after major staff and budget cuts as result of destruction of library from a major flood. Took charge of reorganization as City prepares to construct new 15 million dollar library/office complex in public/private partnership that will create several million dollars of [property tax] "ratables" through private ownership of top floors in a unique "condominium" arrangement.
* Implemented and expanded "Virtual Library" of top notch subscription reference databases conceived by interim director. Serve as webmaster for library's news page as well as for collaborative web site developed with City Fire Department.
* Work to improve community quality of life as member of City Kiwanis Club, City Center Partnership, and in collaboration with schools, churches, and social agencies.
LIBRARY DIRECTOR: SMALL URBAN CENTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
17,000 population town, Massachusetts 1990-2001
* Came on board just before staff cut from 16 to 9. Reallocated resources, recruited and trained volunteers to minimize impact of second year reduction in force from 9 to 6.
* Maintained healthy relations with Town Government throughout fiscal crises, winning for the library priority for restoration of funding to hire 6 new personnel in July 1993.
* Wrote completely updated Long Range Plan in 1994 for internal use and to qualify for state and federal grants. Wrote Library Building Program as basis for 2.8 million dollar project for renovation for 66% space expansion, improved space utilization, handicapped accessibility, and security.
* Awarded 1.2 million dollar grant from Commonwealth of Massachusetts for the renovation project. Won unanimous approval by Town Council to bond 1.1 million dollars municipal funds for the local share. Developed fundraising program with Trustees and Friends of the Library to generate private support, minimizing burden on taxpayers. So far over $600,000 of private funds have been pledged.
* Planned, coordinated and accomplished relocation of library to temporary quarters, with only two weeks' down time, after April discovery of asbestos throughout the 1966 wing, as well as the original 1914 structure. Original plan was to operate from each wing as the other was renovated and new space built. Temporary site had to be located, renovated, wired and occupied within two month window of opportunity. Harry and his staff accomplished this with the help of less than a dozen town employees.
* Frequent guest on NBC network radio station W-_-_-_. Popular public speaker to audiences of all ages. Skilled writer. Managed publication of town's 175th Anniversary history book.
* Launched the Friends of [name] Library, Inc., incorporated but not implemented by my predecessor, as a viable source of financial, moral and political support.
* Widened support by expanding gift program and helping Trustees create an Endowment Fund.
* Personally created computerized accounting and budget programs after Bookkeeper laid off.
* Achieved complete renovation of landscape utilizing volunteer consultant, with labor from federally funded Summer Youth Employment and Training Program.
LIBRARY COORDINATOR LARGE TOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
15,000 population town, Mass 1989 - 1990
* Rebuilt community support after lawsuit against Town by previous Administrator.
* Expanded participation in Massachusetts Regional Library System to enhance local resources.
* Revitalized relationship with the Friends of the [name] Library group.
* Weekly ABC network radio exposure as paid Critic-At-Large for W-_-_-_, and with "Library Notes."
* Won grant for scholar-guided reading and discussion series. Arranged free Literacy Volunteers tutor training. Wrote history book and developed programs for Library's Centennial.
* Authored frequent press releases and many feature articles in three area newspapers.
LIBRARY DIRECTOR SMALL TOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
8,500 population town, Mass 1985 - 1989
* Doubled book budget via grants and appropriations. Expanded reference collection 60%. Added audiocassettes and compact discs. Increased hours and opened Saturdays.
* Won grant for computer for administrative productivity, and for network access that doubled ILLs.
* Lobbied for and won new line items at Town Meetings for roof repair, carpets, new telephone system, multi-type computerized library network membership, and for renovation of Children's Room.
* Developed community surveys and statistical measures to Create Mission Statement, Goals and Objectives, and new Library Policy Manual with the Board of Library Trustees.
GRADUATE LIBRARIAN MAJOR CITY LIBRARY
150,000 population city, Mass 1972 - 1984
Children's Librarian, Community Services Division, Storytelling and Programs 1982 - 1984
Subject Specialist, Reference Division, Business/Science/Technology Department 1976 - 1982
Outreach Librarian, Popular & Special Services Division, in-house & networking 1972 - 1976
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Library Service, Columbia University in the City of New York, 1971.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Manhattan College, Bronx, New York, 1970.
Continuing Education Workshops, Seminars: Supervision, Contract Administration, Labor Relations
CURRENT AFFILIATIONS
State Library Association, Legislative Affairs Committee.
County Libraries Cooperative, Board of Directors.
City Kiwanis Club.
American & State Library Associations.
PERSONAL and PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES are AVAILABLE and will be furnished upon determination of mutual interest.
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