Logan Y. Chesson
High Point, NC
Phone: 336 848 4205 / Email: [email protected]
Current Status: Seeking Library Employment
High Point, NC
Phone: 336 848 4205 / Email: [email protected]
Current Status: Seeking Library Employment
Education and Honors
2014 – 2015 Masters in Library and Information Studies
University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC
2007 - 2011 Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Minor in Psychology and English (Writing)
High Point University, High Point, NC
University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC
2007 - 2011 Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Minor in Psychology and English (Writing)
High Point University, High Point, NC
Work Experience
2016 - Present: Logistics Team Member, Target – High Point, NC
2016: Library & Makerspace Volunteer, UNCG – Greensboro, NC
2014 - 2015: Graduate Assistant, Teaching Resources Center, UNCG – Greensboro, NC
2013 - 2014: Volunteer, High Point Public Library, Reader Services – High Point, NC
2011 - 2014: Office Assistant, Legacy Executive Search Group – High Point, NC
2009 - 2010: Accutrack Administrator, HPU Academic Services – High Point, NC
- Sorted and shifted incoming inventory
- Distributed inventory to appropriate locations and ensured timely and accurate placement
- Maintained appearance of shelves and store space to maintain a pleasant and inviting atmosphere for all customers
- Assisted customers with concerns and strove to provide excellent customer service
- Helped orient and train new team members
- Managed backroom inventory
- Assorted logistical and other store duties as assigned (pricing, sales, hardlines, stocking, and cashiering)
2016: Library & Makerspace Volunteer, UNCG – Greensboro, NC
- Aided in the running of the SELF Design Studio makerspace
- Lead instructional presentations on maker space activities such as soldering during statewide events such as Science Everywhere
- Helped prepare for the annual Science Everywhere Festival, setting up several events, producing signs, teaching, and cleaning up afterward
- Conducted an inventory and analysis of the maker space equipment and resources
- Assisted the assistant director on various projects as assigned
- Worked throughout the library, assisting staff on various projects
2014 - 2015: Graduate Assistant, Teaching Resources Center, UNCG – Greensboro, NC
- Independently supervised library, computer lab, and makerspace operations
- Assisted patrons in the acquisition and use of materials and technology resources
- Provided reference and research support
- Worked with a diverse community of patrons and provided the utmost in customer service to ensure all needs were being met and that the library was a welcoming space
- Conducted weeding, relocation, and maintenance of the print collection
- Oversaw circulation of library materials to ensure all items were returned and shelved properly
- Utilized OCLC Worldcat to process records and manage the library catalog
- Helped set up and maintain the SELF Design Studio makerspace and its resources
- Worked with colleagues to help plan and complete library renovations
- Helped train new employees in the operation of the library
2013 - 2014: Volunteer, High Point Public Library, Reader Services – High Point, NC
- Assisted patrons at main desk with reference questions and reading suggestions
- Shelving and shelf reading of the media, fiction, and YA collections
- Assorted projects, including identifying and removing older and damaged books, inventory management, and the processing of records for the library catalog
2011 - 2014: Office Assistant, Legacy Executive Search Group – High Point, NC
- Worked as needed to aid various contracts
- Managed records through Taleo and maintained an updated database of candidates
- Assisted in the recruiting process and the processing of data • Provided technical support as needed
2009 - 2010: Accutrack Administrator, HPU Academic Services – High Point, NC
- Set up and managed a database for the tutoring program
- Helped coordinate between tutors and their students
- Compiled reports and tutoring statistics to aid efficiency
Technical Skills
- Excellent writing and editing skills (Creative and Technical)
- Proficient in:
AACR2, RDA, Dublin Core, MARC, and other metadata schema, as well as the principles of metadata management and classification
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Office programs
Worldcat and ContentDM
Research and Reference Services, Dewey, and LCSH
Computer Hardware, Software, and other Technology Maintenance
- Excellent empathetic and one-on-one communication skills
- Keen analytic and research skills
References
Julia Hersberger
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Professor of Library and Information Studies
Phone Number:
(336) 334-3482
Email Address:
[email protected]
Lori Sands
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Director of the TRC and SELF Design Studio
Phone Number:
(336) 334-4035
Email Address:
[email protected]
Sarah Prescott
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Graduate Assistant at the TRC and SELF Design Studio
Email Address:
[email protected]
Ja'Nise Jefferson
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Graduate Assistant at the TRC and SELF Design Studio
Email Address:
[email protected]
Nathaniel Jarrett
University of North Texas
Teaching Fellow
Phone Number:
(336) 456-0566
Email Address:
[email protected]
Dr. Clinton D. Corcoran
High Point University
Professor of Philosophy
Phone Number:
(336) 841-4527
Email Address:
[email protected]