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Jill O'Bannon

Jill O'Bannon

Sebastopol,California

Summary

Library professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at cataloging, reference services, digital resource management and IT support. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective communication. Skilled in research, organization, and customer service, ensuring efficient operations and patron satisfaction. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Library Specialist

Sonoma County Library
01.2017 - Current

Responsibilities:

  • Handle check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
  • Locate library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
  • Answer patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
  • Process library card applications and maintain patron records with accurate contact information.
  • Maintain and update patron records in library system database.
  • Set up computer and digital device access, providing assistance with use and operation.
  • Locate desired customer items through interlibrary loan system and coordinate deliveries.
  • Communicate with other local and regional branches to locate materials for inter-library loans.
  • Provide expert research assistance to patrons, guiding them in their pursuit of knowledge across multiple disciplines.
  • Promote digital literacy among patrons with one-on-one assistance.
  • Support technology integration by providing IT help to patrons by phone and computer.

Library Aide

Sonoma County Library
01.2016 - 01.2017

Responsibilities:

  • Assisted patrons with operation of library photocopiers and audio/visual equipment.
  • Organized and maintained library collections to ensure accurate cataloging and accessibility.
  • Contributed to effective inventory management through regular shelf-reading, identifying misplaced items, and addressing gaps in the collection.
  • Performed routine maintenance on equipment like copiers, printers or computers to minimize downtime for users.
  • Enhanced patron satisfaction by assisting with research inquiries and locating requested materials.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline operational workflows, increasing efficiency in daily tasks.

Retail

The Village Bakery
01.2013 - 01.2016

Responsibilities:

  • Fielding customer & wholesale calls, fulfilling retail & wholesale orders, efficiency with POS system while waiting on customers.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing tailored retail solutions and personalized assistance.
  • Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing responsibilities within a fast-paced retail environment.

Retail, Office Manager

Hemp & Chocolat
01.2007 - 01.2012

Responsibilities:

  • Managed vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery of supplies and services.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
  • Oversaw office budget, ensuring all expenditures were within allocated funds and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

Education

General Studies

El Molino High School | Santa Rosa Junior College

Skills

  • Technology troubleshooting
  • Information literacy
  • Skilled researcher
  • Customer relationship management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent communication

Timeline

Library Specialist

Sonoma County Library
01.2017 - Current

Library Aide

Sonoma County Library
01.2016 - 01.2017

Retail

The Village Bakery
01.2013 - 01.2016

Retail, Office Manager

Hemp & Chocolat
01.2007 - 01.2012

General Studies

El Molino High School | Santa Rosa Junior College

Languages

Italian
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