Assistant Sales
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MEHTA
Bridgewater, MA 02324
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EDUCATION
Master s in Library and
Information Studies,
Dec 2007
University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI
Master s of Science in
Computer Science,
Dec 2004
Bridgewater State College, Bridgewater, MA
Master s of Business
Administration,
June 2001
University of Lincolnshire & Humberside, Lincolnshire, UK
Bachelor of Arts
May 1996
Major -
Economics
University of Bombay, Bombay, India
Diploma in Data
Processing and Programming,
Dec 1997
Copperbelt University, Kitwe, Zambia
SCHOLARSHIP
I have been offered the Prism Scholarship by the University
of Rhode Island (URI) for Graduate Studies in Library Information
Science which prepares future librarians to provide information literacy
instruction to and work with diverse populations. Currently, I am
working as an intern at the URI, Kingston Library. My internship
involves reference and instruction and teaching information literacy
instruction.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Programming:
C, C++, Visual Basic, HTML, Java Script and Assembly Language
Applications:
Microsoft Office 97/2000/XP, Microsoft Front Page, Microsoft Outlook,
Microsoft Publisher, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe PageMaker, Adobe Photoshop,
Netscape Navigator, Internet Explorer, Macromedia Flash, Adaptive
software applications like Jaws, Dragon Dictate Duxbury Brail
Translator, Zoom Text Extra.
Operating
Systems:
Windows 2000/NT/XP/Vista, Mac Os 8.x / 9.x / X
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Reference and
Instruction Intern,
Jan 2006 present
University of Rhode Island, Kingston Library, RI.
My internship involves working at the reference
desk providing reference and instruction services to a diverse
community. As a part of the information literacy instruction, I teach
the URI 101 classes which includes teaching them how to use the HELIN
Catalog to search, retrieve and locate books and journals. I also teach
the WRT 104 classes, teaching them how to develop effective search
strategies while finding articles and evaluating these articles when
using databases such as the Academic Search Premier.
Library Assistant for
Description and Reference,
Nov 2004 Jan 2006
Fontbonne Academy, Milton, MA.
Provide access to library collections and services by
providing timely copy cataloging and description of acquisition, as well
as developing bibliographies and research aids. Create catalog records
for print and non-print materials using the Winnebago Spectrum 5 Server
Program. Also, enhance existing cataloging based on current curriculum
and user needs. Assist students in achieving competence in library
research skills using print, electronic and visual resources as well as
to provide reference and instructional services to students, faculty and
other members of the Fontbonne community. Staff the circulation desk on
a regular basis while performing the necessary circulation tasks.
Technology Teacher,
Sept 2005
Jan 2006
Fontbonne Academy, Milton, MA.
Taught ninth graders a course in
Advanced Technology Literacy, covering topics like computer
hardware and software, computer ethics, internet safety, effective
research methods and a variety of technology related subjects. Taught
various Microsoft office applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and
Access.
Reference/System Assistant,
Aug 2001 - Sept 2004
Clement C. Maxwell Library
Bridgewater State College, Bridgewater, MA.
Provided professional reference service to over 10,000 students,
faculty, and staff in person, via telephone, and via e-mail. Prepared
instructional handouts and bibliographies and assisted members of the
college community with the library s electronic databases. I conducted
instruction sessions in the use of reference sources, online catalog,
electronic databases, and Internet resources and services. Designed,
organized, and led workshops for faculty and staff. Supported library
services, by providing day-to-day computer technological needs including
managing, maintaining, and trouble-shooting library software, hardware,
and network-based resources. Provided training on computer-based
applications as appropriate to library staff.
Staff Assistant,
May 2000-May2001
Admissions Department, University of Lincolnshire and Humberside,
London, UK.
Assisted the prospective and existing students with information on the
admission procedures and related queries. Planned and implemented all
on-campus recruitment activities.
Client Support Analyst,
July1996-July1997
Paragon Communication Networks, Kitwe, Zambia.
Provided telephone support to clients for digital decoders and receivers
and assisted in promoting sales. Helped in the company's administrative
department.
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