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Timothy Campbell

Pomona,CA

Summary

Dynamic museum professional with extensive experience in museum operations, education, field trips, and guest services. Expertise in exhibit maintenance and the development of engaging educational programs. Proven leadership skills that contribute to seamless daily operations, contributing to a positive and enriching experience for visitors and colleagues. Committed to enhancing cultural appreciation and accessibility through innovative initiatives and collaborative teamwork.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Museum Services Library Assistant I

Second Story and Beyond Museum
05.2025 - Current
  • Ensured a welcoming atmosphere for visitors by maintaining clean exhibit spaces and promptly addressing any patrons' concerns or issues during visits.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless event coordination and execution.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices, ensuring consistent quality across the team.
  • Contributed to marketing efforts by assisting with promotional campaigns and offering suggestions for improvements based on customer feedback.
  • Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
  • Ensured smooth operations during staff shortages and peak hours by effectively managing resources and staff allocation.
  • Served as a liaison between employees and upper management, effectively facilitating communication that bridged any existing gaps.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined field trips, improving patrons' experiences and staff's ability to manage the space.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.

Overnight Facilitator

USS Midway Museum
06.2024 - 07.2025
  • Facilitated memorable experiences for diverse groups by tailoring presentations to cater to different age groups, cultural backgrounds, and language abilities.
  • Worked collaboratively with team members to develop innovative strategies for improving tour quality and visitor satisfaction.
  • Ensured timely departures and arrivals by strictly adhering to schedules, while remaining flexible enough to accommodate unforeseen circumstances or special requests from guests.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through attentive listening and personalized tour adjustments based on group interests.
  • Received numerous positive reviews from patrons, citing my strong communication skills, and in-depth knowledge of the USS Midway.
  • Improved group safety by vigilantly monitoring tour participants and strictly adhering to safety guidelines.
  • Trained new hires, ensuring they were well-prepared and knowledgeable about their assigned tours before leading them independently.
  • Stayed current on area history, culture, events, and attractions by attending workshops, lectures, and conferences, and regularly updating tour information.

Library Assistant

Second Story and Beyond Museum
09.2024 - 05.2025
  • Ensured a welcoming atmosphere for visitors by maintaining clean exhibit spaces and promptly addressing any patrons' concerns or issues during visits.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless event coordination and execution.
  • Monitored inventory levels of tickets, promotional materials, and office supplies to prevent shortages during peak periods.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices, ensuring consistent quality across the team.
  • Contributed to marketing efforts by assisting with promotional campaigns and offering suggestions for improvements based on customer feedback.
  • Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
  • Ensured smooth operations during peak hours by effectively managing resources and staff allocation.
  • Served as a liaison between employees and upper management, effectively facilitating communication that bridged any existing gaps.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined field trips, improving patrons' experiences and staff's ability to manage the space.
  • Enhanced patron experience by providing efficient and courteous customer service at the circulation desk.

Historical Consultant

Utah Historical Society
06.2024 - 04.2025

"Peoples of Utah Revisited"

  • Secured funding for multiple research projects by submitting detailed proposals and presenting compelling arguments to grant committees.
  • Enhanced historical understanding by conducting thorough research and analysis on the Buffalo Soldiers and African Americans in the American West.
  • Developed engaging presentations for conferences, delivering insights into historical events and their significance.
  • Participated in peer review processes for academic journals, providing constructive feedback on manuscripts submitted by fellow researchers.
  • Synthesized complex information into clear, concise summaries suitable for expert readership and lay audiences alike.
  • Established partnerships with industry professionals to facilitate access to real-world datasets for practical application of theoretical concepts studied in the lab setting.
  • Generated ideas for new content series or formats based on audience interests and market trends.

After the War Project Historical Consultant

Northeastern University
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Maintained shared database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Advanced the field by identifying previously overlooked sources of information during archival investigations.
  • Generated educational materials detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Created a website to help make our findings searchable for future research and expand the subject matter.
  • Presented findings at the 2024 NCPH Conference
  • leveraged presentation into contracts for other speaking engagements
  • Travel to conduct research, film, and photograph relevant subjects.

Special Needs Coach

The Fit60
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized fitness plans for students with Autism.
  • Provided mental, emotional and physical support to children with special needs using positive reinforcement.
  • Promoted inclusion in physical education classes, ensuring all students had equal opportunities to participate and succeed.
  • Organized sports events and competitions for students with disabilities, fostering a sense of community and teamwork.
  • 160+ hours as of February 1st
  • Conducted ongoing assessments of student abilities, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to optimize learning outcomes.

Library Associate

Keeneland Library
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • https://www.keeneland.com/keeneland-library/heart-turf-racings-black-pioneers
  • Assisted incoming library director with education and outreach for the Heart of Turf traveling exhibit (see above link).
  • Gained a strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials for digital viewing.
  • Built trust with oral history subjects by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity during interviews.
  • Answered patron questions in person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
  • Located library materials, resources, and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
  • Developed library displays and implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.
  • Recorded Interviews for Heart of Turf online exhibit
  • Assisted with developing traveling exhibits and educational best practices

Graduate Research Assistant

Dr. Vanessa Holden
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Completed administrative and research duties per the professor's request and individually.
  • Traveled around the state to gather source materials.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
  • Planned, modified, and executed research techniques and procedures.
  • Contributed to a professionally written article for publication.
  • Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
  • Presented results to the PR, marketing, and visitor experience teams at Heaven Hill Distillery Institute twice.
  • Coordinated materials for the Heaven Hill Bourbon PR team.
  • Partnered with the research team to strategize research and develop specific plans.
  • Attended professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in history.

National Park Services Intern (paid)

Camp Nelson
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Trained younger interns in professional history practices.
  • Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
  • Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts, highlighting results for presentations.
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Planned and executed efficient tour routes by using maps and other navigational tools.
  • Developed engaging and informative scripts, guiding tour members through attractions.
  • Checked tour vehicles for cleanliness, safety, and functionality.
  • Inspected tour sites for potential hazards.
  • Collaborated with other tour guides to provide a comprehensive and enjoyable experience.
  • Provided information on various sites throughout the area, relaying little-known stories to provide interest.
  • Entered information about museum collections into computer databases.
  • Closely evaluate artifacts, documenting characteristics, measurements, and cultural importance of each piece.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Dr. Melanie Goan
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Checked assignments, proctored tests, and provided grades according to university standards.
  • Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
  • Taught "U.S. History 1865 - Present" for multiple sections of over thirty students.
  • Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
  • Advised and mentored students on navigating academic and professional goals, with support and guidance.
  • Offered support for online and distance learning to provide instruction for students unable to attend classes in person.
  • Supervised research projects and guided students to enhance learning outcomes.

Graduate Research Assistant

Dr. Amy Taylor
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Completed administrative and research duties per the professor's request.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
  • Gathered, organized, and entered data into the Virtual Library.
  • Recorded data and maintained source documentation, following good documentation practices.
  • Coordinated materials for the Camp Nelson Widows' Pensions Project.
  • Helped senior personnel develop sound research protocols and procedures.
  • Wrote a biography based on the research that was collected.

Education

Master of Arts - American History

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
12.2022

B.Ed Secondary - Social Studies Education, Political Science

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
12.2020

Skills

  • Education and Outreach
  • Written and Oral Communication
  • Digital Marketing and Social Media
  • Project Management
  • Relationship Management
  • Community Liaising
  • Networking
  • Proposal and Report Writing
  • Effective presentations
  • Team leadership
  • Multi Media Projects
  • Museum operations

Affiliations

  • South Western Oral History Association (CA State Rep)
  • tlchistory.com
  • Oral History Association (Member)
  • Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. (Member)
  • Shut up and Write Riverside
  • SOHA Conference Planning Committee
  • U.S. Army

Certification

  • Zero to Three: Learn the Growing Brain
  • CPR, First Aid, Child CPR, AED,- AHA
  • California Commission on Teacher Credentialing - Certificate of Clearance



Timeline

Museum Services Library Assistant I

Second Story and Beyond Museum
05.2025 - Current

Library Assistant

Second Story and Beyond Museum
09.2024 - 05.2025

Overnight Facilitator

USS Midway Museum
06.2024 - 07.2025

Historical Consultant

Utah Historical Society
06.2024 - 04.2025

After the War Project Historical Consultant

Northeastern University
02.2024 - 05.2024

Special Needs Coach

The Fit60
08.2023 - 04.2024

Library Associate

Keeneland Library
04.2023 - 06.2023

National Park Services Intern (paid)

Camp Nelson
05.2022 - 08.2022

Graduate Research Assistant

Dr. Vanessa Holden
01.2022 - 04.2023

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Dr. Melanie Goan
08.2021 - 12.2021

Graduate Research Assistant

Dr. Amy Taylor
05.2020 - 08.2020

B.Ed Secondary - Social Studies Education, Political Science

University of Kentucky

Master of Arts - American History

University of Kentucky
Timothy Campbell