Emerging Information Professional
Greater Seattle Area
- Current
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- SIS IT Lab Assistant at McGill University
- Past
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- Library Intern at Saint Martin's University
- Library Assistant II at Saint Martin's University
- Library Aide at Tumwater Timberland Library
- Circulation Assistant at Grafton-Midview Public Library
- Circulation Clerk at Oberlin Public Library
- Education
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- McGill University
- The Evergreen State College
- Connections
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- Industry
- Libraries
- Websites
Ahniwa Ferrari’s Summary
My goal is to work in a challenging and engaging environment, and to use my skills as an emerging information specialist to provide friendly, effective, and innovative services within the realm of library service.
* Over six years of library experience as a paraprofessional.
* Multiple areas of technological expertise and numerous experiences managing projects using information technology.
Ahniwa Ferrari’s Specialties:
Technology implementation, project management, applied technology research
Ahniwa Ferrari’s Experience
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SIS IT Lab Assistant
McGill University
(Educational Institution; 10,001 or more employees; Higher Education industry)
January 2008 — Present (7 months)
Oversaw operations in the IT Lab during evenings and weekends, including troubleshooting computer and printer problems for LIS students. Performed special projects as directed, including: designing and implementing an internal wiki for LIS student use; researching and installing special software to assist in web design; updating manuals and help files for various computer- and printer-related tasks.
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Library Intern
Saint Martin's University
(Educational Institution; 201-500 employees; Higher Education industry)
May 2007 — September 2007 (5 months)
Planned, coordinated, and implemented special projects, including: development and population of an intranet reference wiki; development and design of a University WordPress MU blog template and creation of a library blog; research, analysis, and comparison of available electronic reserves systems, including mainstream and open source products; research, compare, and implement a free, online, instant-messenging reference tool to place on the library website. Provided reference service at the reference desk and online through the OCLC QuestionPoint Virtual Reference service in both local and national queues.
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Library Assistant II
Saint Martin's University
(Educational Institution; 201-500 employees; Higher Education industry)
August 2004 — September 2006 (2 years 2 months)
Responded to patron research inquiries in person, by telephone, and electronically; interpreted and explained library policies and procedures. Conducted reference interviews and assisted patrons in location library materials and information. Supported students and faculty with research, information, and computer troubleshooting.
Provided computer support with network and user accounts, and performed troubleshooting for printer and copier issues. Provided administrative assistance to the library director, including answering phones, scheduling meetings, balancing financial spreadsheets, ordering supplies, coordinating with other departments and monitoring staff welfare. -
Library Aide
Tumwater Timberland Library
(Public Company; 11-50 employees; Libraries industry)
January 2005 — July 2005 (7 months)
Processed, sorted, organized, and shelved assigned library materials. Performed backup circulation duties including checking materials in and out, receiving hold requests, answering incoming phone calls and processing library card applications. Provided customer service to library patrons including responding to general inquiries, locating library materials, and providing assistance with computer equipment.
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Circulation Assistant
Grafton-Midview Public Library
(Public Company; 1-10 employees; Libraries industry)
September 2003 — July 2004 (11 months)
Circulated library materials, including fulfilling reserves. Ran all library reports, including: overdues, weeding, activity statistics, purchase alerts, fine statistics and collection reports. Called patrons on overdue items.
Organized a one-on-one computer tutoring program, including contacting and training teens, arranging meetings, and creating outlines for four different computer classes. Ordered printer and computer supplies. Performed troubleshooting on printer and computer issues for staff and patrons, including network and automation issues.
Crosstrained in reference and technical services departments, and assisted reference and technical services staff training in the circulation department. Covered the reference desk when necessary. -
Circulation Clerk
Oberlin Public Library
(Public Company; 11-50 employees; Libraries industry)
December 2002 — September 2003 (10 months)
Circulated library materials, assisted patrons in finding, choosing, and order items, and fielded Answered phones and directed calls, and performed troubleshooting on technical computer and printer issues.
Ahniwa Ferrari’s Education
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McGill University
MLIS, Librarianship, 2006 — 2008
- Activities and Societies:
- MLISSA President 2007-2008
MLISSA VP Internal 2006-2007
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The Evergreen State College
BA, Literature, French, 1998 — 2002
- Activities and Societies:
- Evergreen Swing Dance Club - Co-Founder 1998
Additional Information
Ahniwa Ferrari’s Websites:
Ahniwa Ferrari’s Interests:
Libraries and librarianship, web 2.0 technologies, music, dance, computers
Ahniwa Ferrari’s Groups:
McGill Library and Information Studies Students' Association, American Library Association
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McGill SIS - School of Information Studies member -
Library Society of the World member
Ahniwa Ferrari’s Contact Settings
Interested In:
- career opportunities
- consulting offers
- new ventures
- expertise requests
- reference requests
- getting back in touch
