Russell Burrows
651 W Virginia Ann Dr.
Azusa, CA 91702
(626) 833-8332
rburrows3641@gmail.com
November 19, 2013
To Selection Committee,
I am writing to express great interest and consideration for the Librarian position at the
Latin American Bible Institute. As a graduate from the Masters of Library and
Information Science program at San Jose State University, I have actively been searching
for the most optimal opportunity for growth in the library field.
While studying to become a teacher during my senior undergraduate year, I had the
pleasure to experience being a library assistant, which in turn opened my eyes towards a
new passion for my professional career. Now several years later, I have gained and
combined the knowledge from my graduate studies with my diverse work background all
in the pursuit of advancing my career as an information provider in the 21st century.
With the honor that accompanies this position at LABI, I would like nothing more to
fully invest myself in this opportunity to apply what I have learned in librarianship, such
as my working knowledge and use of automated systems, circulation desk duties, and
reference services. Coming from a diverse ethnic background and being the first in my
family to graduate from college, I long to grow professionally in the challenges and
enjoyments of being an information provider to the next generation of library patrons and
information users.
I understand that there may be no current opening at your library, and I also understand
that you may already have a staff member or several staff members already in positions at
your library. But as your university grows and expands, I would truly like to be included
in any future career openings in your library.
Thank you very much for your consideration.
Russell Burrows
Russell Burrows
651 Virginia Ann Dr.
Azusa, CA 91702
(626) 833-8332 rburrows3641@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Masters Degree in Library and Information Science
San Jose State University
5/11
Information Sources & Research Methods
Web Development with Dreamweaver I
Citrus College
Fall 2008
BS Degree in Movement and Sports Science
5/06
University of La Verne
Dean’s List 2006
Captain and Member of Cross Country and Track teams
AA Degree in Liberal Arts
Citrus College
Member of Cross Country and Track teams
12/03
RELATED EXPERIENCE
8/11 – Present
Library Technician
Edgewood High School (West Covina USD)
Providing library services relating to the use of automated systems, acquisition, circulation,
distribution and recovery of library and reference books, audio-visual materials, and equipment,
Ordering of library books and instructional materials, cataloging and processing of all library
materials, repairing and maintenance of library materials, instruction and overseeing of student
and staff use of copy machine, printer and computers, assisting of students and staff in
researching materials for classroom use. Supervising of nine student aides. Use of Microsoft
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat. Use of Destiny.
1/10 – 7/11 Library Assistant/Scanner
UCLA Southern Regional Library Facility
Validation of the pagination of UC Press material, repairing of materials, pulling and shelving of
UC Press materials and data entry of changes and information on materials onto the JSTOR
database all in the continuation of the ongoing JSTOR project. Use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
10/05 – 9/06
Library Assistant
University of La Verne Law Library
Assisting of patrons at the circulation desk, shelving and arranging of books, shelving and
inventory of reserve items, accounting of student and patron information, loose-leaf filing, book
processing and book repair. Use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Millennium software.
OTHER EXPERIENCE
6/08 – 12/10
Cashier
Allan Company
Weighing and payment of recycled goods, updating and organization of customer database.
10/06 – 7/08
Instructional Aide – Physical Education
Sierra High School
Aide for all ninth grade Physical Education classes at Sierra High school. Duties included the
development and teaching of curriculum. Use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
12/00 – 8/04
Target – Backroom/Sales Floor
San Dimas, CA
Organization and shelving of all back stocked items, organization and retrieval of sales floor
items, inventory of all back stocked items, arrangement and special projects for the backroom.
References
Karen Mosher – Library Technician, Citrus College Library, Glendora, CA
1000 West Foothill Boulevard, Glendora, CA 91741
(626) 914-8640
kmosher@citruscollege.edu
Barbara Rugeley – Instructor & Library Director (retired) – Citrus College Library, Glendora, CA
1436 Mural Drive, Claremont, CA 91711
(909) 626-9833
b.rugeley@verizon.net
David Austin – Circulation Assistant, University of La Verne College of Law Library, Ontario, CA
320 East D Street, Ontario, CA 91764
(909) 460-2071
daustin@laverne.edu
Maury Greer – Professor, Citrus College, Glendora, CA
1000 West Foothill Boulevard, Glendora, CA 91741
(626) 914-0617
mgreer@citruscollege.edu
Nicki Shaw – Head Track Coach and Professor, Citrus College, Glendora, CA
1000 West Foothill Boulevard, Glendora, CA 91741
(626) 914-8652
nshaw@citruscollege.edu
Courses Completed in my Masters of Library and Information Science Program
Online Social Networking: Technology and Tools
Information and Society
Information Retrieval
Information Organizations and Management
Reference and Information Services
Online Searching
Vocabulary Design
Beginning Cataloging and Classification
Archives and Manuscripts
Issues in Academic Libraries
Preservation Management
Research Methods in Library and Information Science – Topic: Ethnography (with a focus on
technology)
Automated Library Systems
Information Technology Tools and Applications
*e-Portfolio
*the URL for my e-Portfolio, which successfully demonstrates my proficiency in the core
competencies of the Masters of Library and Information Science program at San Jose State
University, can be found here –
https://sjsu.desire2learn.com/d2l/eP/presentations/presentation_preview_popup.d2l?presI
If the URL is not accessible, a print version of my e-Portfolio is available for viewing.