JAMILLAH R. GABRIEL
Supporting Programs • Enhancing Services • Maximizing Resources
QUALIFICATIONS
Academic and public library professional with extensive experience in acquisitions, serials, cataloging,
circulation, reference, reserves, literacy, and interlibrary loan. Proficient in Horizon, Voyager, Millennium,
Circulation Plus, Blackboard, Web CT, Angel, Drupal, D2L, Elluminate, OCLC FirstSearch, WorldCat Resource
Sharing, ILLiad, RefWorks, EndNote, Zotero, HTML, XML, CSS, Windows. Other skills include:
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Project implementation and management
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Taxonomies and vocabulary design
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Collaborative and individual working
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Metadata knowledge (DC, EAD, CDWA)
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Emerging technologies and social media
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Archival management (Archivists’ Toolkit)
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Supervisory and managerial experience
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Collections management (PastPerfect)
WORK EXPERIENCE
PURDUE UNIVERSITY, West Lafayette, IN
6/2013 –
Librarian
Research, select and order library materials including monographs and periodicals, media, electronic resources and
vertical file materials. Develop and maintain website and social media. Instruct faculty, students, staff and community
users in the effective use of the library resources through formal workshops, curriculum-based instruction and
individualized instruction. Supervise student assistants including hiring, training, developing and evaluating in
circulation and shelving activities. Promote the library services through such activities as tours, developing on-site and
off-site displays and outreach programs. Compile bibliographies and writing copy for brochures and press releases.
Coordinate the preservation of materials including monographs and periodical binding and repair. Ensure library
holdings are accurately reflected in Purdue University Libraries online catalogue and remote bibliographic databases.
Maintain security of materials and equipment in the library. Work in collaboration with Libraries' faculty and staff on
information literacy efforts and orientation activities, with focus on first year experience programming.
LIVERMORE PUBLIC LIBRARY, Livermore, CA
10/2012 – 5/2013
Temporary Librarian
Managed neighborhood branch library. Coordinated program of service and supervise staff at neighborhood branch.
Assisted in development and implementation of unique goals and services of the “easy access” branch.
Key projects:
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Oversaw operation of new “easy access” model of library service at the Springtown Branch focusing on
self-service technology.
LIVERMORE PUBLIC LIBRARY, Livermore, CA
7/2007 – 8/2009
Library Clerk
Processed all borrowing interlibrary requests using FirstSearch and ILLiad. Conducted standard circulation
duties such as checking materials in/out, issuing library cards, adjusting patron records in Millennium. Assisted
patrons with self-checkout and locating materials. Directed work activities of library pages.
OHLONE COLLEGE, Fremont, CA
1/2007 – 5/2013
Lead Library Technician
Oversaw general operation of library and circulation desk. Trained adjunct librarians and library staff in various
circulation and cataloging procedures and protocols. Hired, trained, and supervised student assistants in work
methods and techniques. Performed original and copy cataloging of books, faculty reserve items, and instructional
materials in Voyager using MARC, RDA, and OCLC. Processed and maintained serials holdings. Processed and
fulfilled all borrowing and lending interlibrary loan requests. Provided reference assistance, bibliographic instruction,
and guidance with research databases for students, as needed. Managed Reserve collection of instructional materials.
Managed budget for student assistants. Ran reports and apply system updates to ILS. Used Datatel to adjust student
accounts and records. Participated in and oversee acquisition of books, materials, and supplies. Facilitated library book
club meetings.
Key projects:
 Spearheaded “Booktalking 2.0” project, integrating digitally recorded booktalks conducted by students,
faculty, and staff into the library catalog.
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Co-created and managed “The Book Is In” donation program to overcome the impact of budget
constraints on collection development.
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Created workshop to provide bibliographic instruction for beginning users of Zotero.
SANTA FE SPRINGS CITY LIBRARY, Santa Fe Springs, CA
10/2000 – 1/2007
Library Clerk
Cataloged and withdrew various materials in collection in Horizon. Processed interlibrary loan requests.
Organized monthly adult literacy book group meetings; researched discussion topics, provided readers
advisory. Participated in collections development meetings. Processed acquisition orders; input and posted
invoices; issued library cards. Tutored students in all academic areas at library satellite homework help center.
SIGNAL HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY, Signal Hill, CA
4/2000 – 10/2000
Library Aide
Charged and discharged materials. Renewed library materials in Circulation Plus. Sorted and shelved books and
materials; issued library cards. Troubleshot and assigned public-use computers to patrons. Assisted patrons in
locating materials. Participated in collection development of African American cultural books and materials.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY, San Jose, CA
12/2011
Master of Library and Information Science
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH, Long Beach, CA
8/2007
Bachelor of Arts, Black Studies and Journalism
University Honors Program (UHP) Graduate
CERRITOS COLLEGE, Norwalk, CA
5/2000
Associate in Arts, English
Scholars Honors Program (SHP) Graduate
RELATED EXPERIENCE
SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF ART, San Jose, CA
3/2012 – 10/2012
Museum Experience Representative
Greet visitors, process ticket sales, facilitate visitor access, promote positive visitor experiences at programs and
events, resolve visitor complaints and concerns, conduct orientations, promote memberships, coordinate
advanced ticketing sales, maintain gallery security.
OHLONE COLLEGE, Fremont, CA
3/2012 – 5/2012
Teaching Assistant
Assisted with grading and instruction of student work in LS-101 Steps to Successful Research information literacy
course. Provided embedded library services such as online reference and research instruction tailored to the
course content.
STEPPING STONE TUTORS, Bend, OR
7/2007 – 9/2008
Tutor
Provided students with one-on-one instruction in English and mathematics. Assisted students with study plans
and completion of various assignments.
LA COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION, Downey, CA
4/1998 – 3/2000
Tutorial Aide
Tutored students one-on-one and in group settings in all academic areas. Monitored and maintained records of
ongoing student academic progress. Consulted with foster care center to coordinate tutoring services.
Administered preliminary assessment tests and periodic standardized tests. Participated in IEP meetings with
teachers, parents, social workers, counselors.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF QUILTS AND TEXTILES, San Jose, CA
10/2012 – 4/2013
Librarian
Develop resources into an operating museum library. Create mission and collections development policies.
Provide reference services to museum staff and library visitors. Catalog all acquisitions. Work with team to
implement institutional archives.
SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY, San Jose, CA
8/2010 – 12/2010
Embedded Librarian
Worked with team to provide library instruction, online reference, bibliographic aids, and research for graduate
students in INDM 5222 – Industrial Management, Lean Systems taught by Dr. Suhansa Rodchua at the
University of Central Missouri. Created suite of tailored resources for advanced study in business management.
SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF ART, San Jose, CA
7/2010 – 12/2010
Public Relations Volunteer
Produce marketing content for marketing materials such as brochures and social networking sites. Assist with
programs at various special events: ArtRage and Back to Campus Night.
CALIFORNIA AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM, Los Angeles, CA
6/2004 – 8/2004
Visitor Services Volunteer
Assisted museum staff with administrative needs and gallery support. Participated in exhibit openings,
fundraisers, and other special events.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
WORKSHOPS:
 Simmons College – Taxonomies and Controlled Vocabularies
 University of Wisconsin, Madison – Introduction to XML and Linked
Data
 CLA Pre-conference Workshop – Basic Cataloging with RDA
 ALA eCourse – Hiring, Training, and Supervising Shelvers
 Institute for Strategic Funding Development – Strategic Grant
Development Workshop
 California Conference on Library Instruction – Embedded Librarians:
Reaching People Where They Learn
 California Library Association – Spring Fling: Cataloging Digital Media
Using Current and Emerging Standards (AARC2, RDA, and MARC)
 California Conference on Library Instruction – No Librarian Is an Island
 Ohlone College – Blackboard Training Sessions
 Pacific Library Partnership Staff Development – Future of Libraries 6.0
 Ohlone College – eRetreat: Online Teaching and Collaboration Tools
 Pacific Library Partnership Staff Development – Future of Libraries 5.0:
2013
2013
2012
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2011
2011
2010
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2010
2009
Libraries: The Recovery Engine on the Hard Times Train
 Lyrasis – Managing Student Assistants in Academic Libraries
 Simmons College – ILL and Resource Sharing: Best Practices, Practical
Innovations, and New Directions
 Library Staff Development Committee of the Greater Bay Area – Free2Be
Engaged: Opportunities for Workplace Learning
 California Library Association – Spring Fling: Academic Libraries
Responding to Tough Times
 @ONE Winter Institute – Introduction to Online Teaching and Learning
 San Jose State University, SLIS Colloquium – A Blending of Cultures:
Museum Practices and Library Imperatives
 Library Staff Development Committee of the Greater Bay Area – Future of
Libraries 4.0: Effective Marketing and Outreach in an Onsite-Online
World
 InfoPeople – Getting Started in Library Grant Writing
 LibraryU – Introduction to Cataloging for Non-Catalogers
 LibraryU – MARC in Your Library: An Introduction to MARC21
 WebJunction – Spanish Language Outreach
 University of California, Los Angeles, GSEIS Friday Forums – Cataloging
for the Non-Cataloger
 California Association of Museums – Building a Diverse Audience for
Your Museum
CONFERENCES:
 California Library Association Annual Conference and Exhibition:
Defying Gravity: Libraries Without Limits
 American Library Association Annual Conference and Exhibition:
Transforming Our Libraries, Ourselves
 Rare Books and Manuscripts Section Preconference: Futures!
 California Academic Research Libraries: Fostering User-Centered
Innovation in Difficult Times
 California Library Association/California School Library Association
Conference and Exhibition: Creating the New Normal
 American Library Association Annual Conference and Exhibition
 Society of California Archivists Annual General Meeting: Do You Know
the Way to SCA? Celebrating 40 Years, 1971-2011
 California Association of Museums Conference: Powerful Practice in
Challenging Times
 California Library Association Annual Conference and Exhibition:
Navigating the New: Charting the Future Together
 7th National Conference of African American Librarians : Culture Keepers
VII: Bridging the Divide with Information Access, Activism, and
Advocacy
 California Association of Museums Conference: Reflect on Tech
 California Library Association 111th Annual Conference and Exhibition:
Reach Out!
 Librarians Association of the University of California Conference: Student
Library Users
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California Library Association 110th Annual Conference and Exhibition:
Leading the Way
11th Annual Support Staff and Paraprofessional Conference: Who Are We
Today?
Southern California Library Literacy Network 7th Annual Tutor/Learner
Conference
California Library Association 107th Annual Conference and Exhibition:
Celebrating Everyday Heroes @ Your Library
California Library Association 106th Annual Conference and Exhibition:
Something for Everyone @ Your Library
2008
2006
2005
2004
2003
COMMUNITY/PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
OHLONE COLLEGE
2012-2013
Accreditation Standard IIC Self-Evaluation Learning and Assessment Team
OHLONE COLLEGE
Learning Commons Focus Group (Academic Core Buildings Project)
OHLONE COLLEGE
Higher One OneDisburse Operational Team
ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGE AND RESEARCH LIBRARIES/AFAS SECTION
Publications Committee
ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGE AND RESEARCH LIBRARIES/CJCLS SECTION
Library Technical Assistant Education Committee
ASSOCIATION FOR LIBRARY COLLECTIONS & TECHNICAL
SERVICES/CaMMS SECTION
2012-2013
2012
2012-2013
2012-2014
2012-2014
Committee on Cataloging: Asian & African Materials, Intern
CALIFORNIA CONFERENCE ON LIBRARY INSTRUCTION
Steering Committee, Publicity Subcommittee Chair
ALA NEW MEMBERS ROUND TABLE
2011- 2013
2011-2012
Special Libraries Association Liaison
ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGE AND RESEARCH LIBRARIES/PDACP SECTION
2011-2012
Professional Development Annual Conference Programs Committee
ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGE AND RESEARCH LIBRARIES/AFAS SECTION
2011-2012
Conference/Program Planning Committee
JOINT CONFERENCE OF LIBRARIANS OF COLOR
Proceedings Committee
CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF MUSEUMS CONFERENCE
2010-2012
2010
Session Host/Transportation Assistant
OHLONE COLLEGE FOUNDATION
2009-2012
Scholarship Evaluator
CALIFORNIA LIBRARY ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION
2009
Student Volunteer
CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGES
2009
Grant Reader
HONORS & AWARDS
Association of College and Research Libraries Rare Books and Manuscripts
Section Preconference Scholarship
Black Caucus of the American Library Association Smiley Student Award
Black Caucus of the American Library Association Accessible Archives &
Unlimited Priorities Student Travel Scholarship
Black Journalist Association of Southern California Scholarship
Alpha Gamma Sigma Scholastic Honor Society, Permanent Member
2012
2010
2010
2002
1998
COURSEWORK
Archives Studies:
LI 818 – Archival Arrangement and Description
LI 885 – Bibliographic and Research Methods in Archives
Library and Information Science:
LIBR 200 – Information and Society
LIBR 202 – Information Retrieval
LIBR 203 – Online Social Networking: Technology and Tools
LIBR 204 – Information Organizations and Management
LIBR 210 – Reference and Information Services
LIBR 220 – Resources and Information Services: Library Services for Distance Learners
LIBR 231 – Issues in Special Libraries and Information Centers
LIBR 240 – Information Technology Tools and Applications
LIBR 244 – Online Searching
LIBR 248 – Beginning Cataloging and Classification
LIBR 256 – Archives and Manuscripts
LIBR 266 – Collection Management
LIBR 275 – Library Services for Racially and Ethnically Diverse Communities
LIBR 281 – Seminar in Contemporary Issues: Metadata
LIBR 285 – Research Methods in Library and Information Science: Evaluating Programs and Services
LIBR 289 – Advanced Topics in Library and Information Science (e-Portfolio)
LIBR 298 – Special Studies: Professional Socialization and Trendspotting
LIBR 298 – Special Studies: African American Museum Libraries, A Survey
ASSOCIATIONS
American Library Association
Association of College and Research Libraries
Indiana Library Federation
Black Caucus of the American Library Association
Indiana Black Librarians Network
American Association of Museums
Association of Indiana Museums
Association of Midwest Museums
Society of American Archivists
Society of Indiana Archivists