CURRICULUM VITAE

Manage and coordinate activities of the staff in the periodicals area. Managed the library circulation area. Previous experience as coordinator of a university specialized academic department library, and as a library branch manager.

Staff training and development

Coordinate development of the staff in the periodicals area through training in computer applications, procedures within the library automation system, use of Internet databases and resources, and periodicals area policies and procedures. Previously managed library circulation area staff.

Collection development

Participate in the development of general reference, as well as specific subject areas of the book collection: general works (encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals), auxiliary sciences of history (history of civilization, archaeology, general biography), education, music, science, and mathematics. Coordinate and develop the library collection of periodicals and Internet resources.

Acquisitions and budget administration

Coordinate the development of the library periodicals collection, Internet resources and databases. Meet and confer with vendor and publisher representatives to stay abreast of new materials, products and services. Manage acquisitions within the allocated periodicals budget and special grant funding for subscriptions to traditional materials and Internet resources.

Library instruction

Provide general and subject specific library orientations, detailing the scope and use of library materials, Internet resources and new technologies. Subject specific orientations have included: art history, dance history, literature and criticism, speech, botany, reading, movie reviews, Spanish language, legal research, economics, women’s issues, biological issues, controversial issues and English as a second language. Provided library instruction for New Faculty Orientations and International Student Orientations. Instruct the LIBRARY 100: INTRODUCTION TO LIBRARY RESOURCES course, 1999 - 2000, 2002 - 2003, 2003 - 2004 as a stand-alone course and as part of the Learning Communities Program. Earned an Online Teaching and Learning Certificate from CSU, Hayward, 2001.

Develop bibliographies and library instructional aids/handouts

Developed bibliographies of Cerritos College Library holdings on various subjects, including: ceramics, sculpture, speech, personal names, Kate Chopin, Mexican Revolution, world regional geography, authors/biography and criticism, poetry and poets, career guidance, esl resources. Handouts/presentations developed and/or revised: African American History, art history, biological issues, career and vocational guidance, child development, applied dental science, dance history, using indexes to periodicals, Library of Congress Classification System, library orientation exercise, discrimination in education, Spanish language resources, remote access to Internet-based resources, philosophy of education, ethics, study skills, gender differences in leadership styles.

Program development and writing

Participate in the development of campus mini grants to enhance areas of the library collection, such as the Faculty/Staff collection. Participated in Title III grant proposal writing. Researched and developed programs for special events on campus, such as Women’s History Month, African American History Month, music performances, and staff development presentations. Collaborate with campus faculty on area/department accreditations and program review validation teams, producing written reports: Paralegal Program Accreditation, Library Technology Plan, Library Program Self-Study, Economics Department Program Review Validation Team Report.

Computer skills

Knowledge and experience working with computer operating systems: Macintosh, Windows 98 and XP; Internet searching: various search engines and web browsers; Internet resources: Ebscohost databases, GaleNet, Grove Art Online, Project Muse, SIRS Knowledge Source, NewsBank InfoWeb, ERIC, MELVYL, FirstSearch, online library catalogs, telnet, listservs, e-mail; library automation systems: DRA (Data Research Associates); software applications: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Front Page, Microsoft Works, HyperCard, Claris Works/Appleworks, Encore (music software). Web design: http:www.cerritos.edu/vmitchell and http://www.oocities.org/valsmuse.

Library Automation

Manage the operation of the Data Research Associates (DRA) serials module at the Cerritos College Library. Managed the circulation module of the DRA automation system. Participated in the review and selection of the Library automation system and online catalog.

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Professor/Librarian

1991 – Present

Instructor/Librarian

Cerritos Community College, Norwalk, CA

7/1989 – 1991

Music Librarian/Part-time

Eubanks Conservatory of Music and Arts

Los Angeles, CA

1985 – 1987

Coordinator, Music Resource Center

University Music Center, CSU, Long Beach , CA

12/1980 – 6/1989

	Librarian, In-charge
	Librarian, Reference/Audio Visual
	Librarian, Reference/Periodicals

Los Angeles County Public Library System

Lakewood, CA

10/79 – 11/80

1975 – 1979

1972 – 1975

OTHER EXPERIENCE

Instructor, Music Department

Cerritos College

Norwalk, CA

Violin lessons

9/1991 – 5/1995

Instructor

Eubanks Conservatory of Music and Arts

Los Angeles, CA

Music History and Appreciation; Violin lessons

1985 - 1987

Instructor

La Marca Music School

Torrance, CA

Violin and piano lessons

1984 – 1987

Instructor

Angels Gate Cultural Center

San Pedro, CA

Violin lessons

1983 – 1984

Freelance musician

Various music settings: solo, chamber ensemble

opera, choral, ballet and musical theater

1975 – Present

ACADEMIC SERVICE

Professional Relations Committee, 2001 – 2005

Chair, 2002 - 2003, 2003 - 2004, 2005

Administrative Hiring Committees, 1994 – 1995; 2001 – 2002

Faculty Senate Grievance Committee, 1999 – 2000

Alternate, 2001 – 2002

Hiring Standards Committee, 1999 – 2000; 2001 – Present

Library Technology Plan Development Committee, 1999 – 2000, Chair

Library Program Review Committee, 1999 – 2000, Chair

Program Review Validation Teams, 1998 – 2000; 2001 – 2004

Physical Therapy Assistant Program, 1998 – 1999

Economics, 1999 – 2000

Reading Program, 2002 – 2003

Sabbatical Leave Committee, 1998 – 1999

Curriculum Committee, 1989 – 1991; 1996 – 1997; 1998 – 2000; 2001 – 2005

Telephone Security Committee, 1996

Faculty Senate, 1992 – 1994, 1994 – 1996, 1998 - 1999, Spring 2004

Faculty Senate Executive Team, 1994 – 1996

Secretary, 1993 – 1994

Various ad hoc Senate committees, 1992 - 1999

Faculty Personnel Committee, 1994 – 1995

Matriculation Committee, 1990 – 1995

Affirmative Action Committee, 1990 – 1995

Affirmative Action/Staff Diversity Representative for administrative,

faculty, and classified screenings, 1992 – 1999, 2001 - Present

Learning Resource Center Committee, 1990 – 1994

Outstanding Faculty Selection Committee, 1989 – 1990; 1990 – 1991

Academic Partnership Program, 1990 – 1991, Mentor

Retention Committee, 1989 – 1991

Chair, 1990 – 1991

LEADERSHIP

Music Library Association/Southern California Chapter (MLA/SCC), 1981 – Present

Member at Large, 1997 – 1999, 1999 – 2001

Nominating Committee, 1991

Program Committee, 1990

Chair, 1985 – 1986

Cerritos College “The Love of Learning” Campaign,

Advanced Gifts Cabinet, 1995 – 1996

Worked on the solicitation efforts, focused on gaining gifts from those individuals whose early support would demonstrate the commitment and resolve would influence and inspire the giving of subsequent prospects later in the campaign.

Academic Senate for California Community Colleges,

Counseling and Library Faculty Issues Committee, 1993 – 1997

Served with representatives from other California Community Colleges to discuss issues and topics of concern to counseling and library faculty. Developed position papers, resolutions, and participated in presentations and workshops developed for sessions of the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges.

Library and Learning Resources Programs Advisory Committee,

California Community College Chancellors Office, 1995 – 1997

Served with library and learning assistance faculty and administrative representatives of California Community Colleges to examine and discuss issues impacting library and learning resources. Participated in intersegmental workshops presented at annual Chancellor’s conferences.

Joint Legislative Technical Advisory Committee on Library Acquisitions,

California Research Bureau, California State Library, 1995 – 1996

Served as a California Community College library representative, meeting with California State Library representatives to discuss and provide input on the issue of California budget funding for community college library acquisitions. Final report culminated in the publication by Knutsen, Kirk L. California community college library acquisition needs – 1995 – 2005: a study prepared pursuant to supplemental report language, item 6120-011-001, Budget Act of 1995–96. Issue summary. Sacramento: California Research Bureau, California State Library, [1996].

Cerritos College Foundation Development Council, 1994 – 1995

Participated in the development of fundraising events and activities for the Cerritos College Foundation. Established contacts and made arrangements for author Bernice Kert as keynote speaker for “An Afternoon Tea in the Library” event. Arranged for music to be performed at the same event and served as liaison to the Art Department to get student and faculty art exhibited and sold by silent auction at the “…Afternoon Tea…”. Contacted and negotiated music entertainment for the 1995 Annual Foundation Dinner held at the Clarke Estate, Santa Fe Springs, April 1995.