Alison Au
Headingley,MB
Summary
Accomplished Head Librarian at Headingley Municipal Library, adept in information management and community engagement, enhanced library operations by spearheading innovative digital collections and literacy programs. Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills and team collaboration at Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP, significantly improving document control and client satisfaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
7
7
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Head Librarian
Headingley Municpal Library
05.2008 - Current
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Managed reserve desk collection of reference materials.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Developed policies and procedures for library patrons for optimal satisfaction.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Supported digital library collections containing e-books, audiobooks and digital media.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
- Improved library operations by hiring staff, leading training and motivating strong performance.
- Kept up-to-date records of materials, maintained inventory and corrected cataloging errors.
- Directed total budgeting, purchasing and scheduling operations and wrote successful grants to fund innovative library and media projects.
- Trained and supervised library staff, volunteers and other personnel.
- Promoted library services and resources through public relations initiatives and community outreach.
- Greeted patrons warmly and offered to assist with issues or needs.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
Legal Assistant
Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP
12.1998 - 05.2008
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
- Prepared for court hearings by organizing and summarizing documents, preparing exhibits and reviewing evidence.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
Education
No Degree - Legal Assistant
1998 - 1998
- Honour Roll, December 1998
Master of Arts - English And Communications
04.1996
- Graduation with Distinction, April 1997
Bachelor of Arts - English
04.1993
- Graduation with Distinction, April 1993
- Honour Roll, April 1990, April 1991, April 1992, April 1993
- 3.8 GPA
- Recipient of Moira Bell Award, Winter, 1990
High School Diploma -
06.1989
- Graduation with Distinction, June, 1989
- Honour Roll, June, 1989
- Recipient of English Award, June, 1980
- Recipient of Social Studies Award June, 1989
- Recipient of St. John's Scholarship, June 1989
- 100% on Provincial English Exam
Skills
- Budget Administration
- Information Management
- Collection development
- Technical Support
- Interlibrary loan processes
- Literacy development
- Reading groups
- Community Engagement
- Organizational Skills
- Web Content Management
- Team Collaboration
- Skilled researcher
- Basic accounting
- Literary knowledge
- Social Media Engagement
- Scheduling
- Superb writer and editor
- Social media knowledge
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Verbal and written communication
- Data Collection
- Program Planning
- Recordkeeping
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Works well independently
- Problem-solving skills
- Document Control
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Affiliations
- Manitoba Library Association
Gardening, writing, reading, cooking
I am an avid reader and writer with excellent written and verbal communication skills. I enjoy spending time in my vegetable and flower garden and trying new recipes.
Timeline
Head Librarian - Headingley Municpal Library
05.2008 - Current
Legal Assistant - Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP
12.1998 - 05.2008
Success Business College - No Degree, Legal Assistant
1998 - 1998
University of Manitoba - Master of Arts, English And Communications
University of Winnipeg - Bachelor of Arts, English
St. John's High School - High School Diploma,
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