What a year it was -- so much so that I'm only just getting to reflecting on it here 4 months late! The greatest change in 2022 was my moving into a new role. I am now the Circulation Services Librarian and directly oversee the staff at the main desk at our main library and the 2 branch locations. Indirectly I oversee Course Reserves staff. I began in this role in June 2022. I wanted to share a few highlights (because there are always highlights), but I'm also excited to look toward the future and learn, grow, and support those around me in this new role. In that vein, I'm sharing a bit more about the job and then getting back to work to tackle more projects.
- Lead the Circulation units (day, evening, and weekend) at Parks Library, the Design Reading Room, and the Veterinary Medicine Library, as well as the Course Reserves unit
- Provide direction and vision for the unit, including identifying and incorporating circulation best practices
- Directly supervise 4 full-time staff, indirectly supervise 6 full-time staff and 20+ student employees
- Oversee opening and closing of Parks Library and the branch libraries
- Foster inclusive environments, services, policies, and practices for library patrons and staff
- Oversee and assist with patron fine and account management
- Coordinate with other library departments to ensure consistent service, improve processes and outcomes
- Regularly review policies, priorities, procedures, workflows, work assignments, and unit goals, modifying as necessary for efficiency, optimization of resources, and service to the ISU community’s needs
- Serve as weather and safety coordinator for the library, including updating and developing safety policies
