John Cummins
Otahuhu,Auckland
Summary
Organized Librarian well-versed in physical and digital collections, community engagement and research support. Has a proven record of increasing the profile and use of the library in a school environment. Imagine a search engine with soul.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Manager
King's College
Otahuhu, Auckland
01.2014 - Current
- Overseeing day-to-day library planning, personnel management, and budgeting.
- Oversaw an increase in books being issued. In 2014, the library issued 3,500 items. In 2023, it was 11,292 items.
- Migrated the library management system from Athenaeum to Accessit. I have worked with Accessit for 17 years.
- Introduced various digital databases including Infobase, Massolit, JSTOR, Newsbank, The Day and PressReader.
- Expanded the e-book and e-audio collection.
- Organized Literacy Week. A week of author visits to classes, lunchtime events such as Lit quiz, dress up as your favorite book character, and other competitions and general fun.
- Sourced materials that met current needs, drove curiosity, and supported learning.
- Helped with the English department to introduce a junior reading program called Accelerated Reader.
- Used physical books, internal databases, and online resources to help patrons with diverse questions.
- Compiled circulation statistics and drafted an annual library report for the Deputy Head of Pedagogy.
- Maintained key library documents, such as the Collection Development Policy, Cataloguing Standards, and Library Policy and Procedures manual.
- Delivery of training support to teaching staff and students.
- Develop working relationships with HODs to see how the library can support the delivery of services to their subject area.
- Reader advisory services to students.
Librarian
ACG Senior College
Auckland CBD, Auckland
05.2007 - 12.2013
- Kept resources in neat, clean, and working fashion to maintain availability for use.
- Reshelved books to maintain neat and tidy reading area.
- Organized library equipment and collections.
- Answered patrons' questions at circulation desk.
- Maintained complete and accurate records of library transactions.
- Troubleshot technical problems with library computers and other technology.
- Researched questions and concerns from customers.
- Developed and enforced circulation policies and procedures.
- Coached students, faculty and staff in use of electronic, print and internet resources.
- Taught group and individual instruction sessions to impart knowledge of library and research practices.
Electoral Assistant
Parliamentary Services
Northcote, Auckland
01.2006 - 12.2006
- Reviewed concerns of constituents to determine required governmental action.
- Upheld strong constituent relations with public meetings, community events and robust feedback system through office staff.
- Maintained up to date understanding of local, regional, national and international news and developments.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Carried out research assignments as directed by the Member of Parliament.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Dip in Information & Library Studies L5 And L6
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
WellingtonSkills
- Automated library systems
- Materials maintenance
- Reference research
- Library instruction
- Helping faculty
- Managing reference catalogue
- Library databases and programming
- Literacy outreach
- Assisting students
- Accessit expertise
- Multitasking
- Team management
- Collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Customer service
- Time management
- Planning
- Teambuilding
- Electronic Records Management
- Supporting user research
- Literary knowledge
- Cataloging of materials
- Processes and procedures
- Skilled researcher
- Reading programmes
- Staff supervision
- Leadership
Accomplishments
In 2015 with the introduction of Accessit (LMS), our issues rate increased by 134%.
In 2020 we purchased PressReader. Over 5,000 magazines and newspapers were accessed at a cost of $0.97 per item.
JSTOR last year provided 4,000 academic papers and articles at a cost of $0.40 per item.
Referees
Melissa Irving - Regional Director of Teaching and Learning New Zealand and Argentina
Melissa.irving@nz.oneschoolglobal.com
Mob +64 27 655 1348
Nikki Bentley - HOD English
Nikki.bentley@gmail.com
Mob +64 21 770 664
Timeline
Library Manager
King's College
01.2014 - Current
Librarian
ACG Senior College
05.2007 - 12.2013
Electoral Assistant
Parliamentary Services
01.2006 - 12.2006
Some College (No Degree) - Dip in Information & Library Studies L5 And L6
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
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