Curriculum Vitae
Dick Escarcha Orense, RL, MSLS, D.Ed.
** ***** ******, ****. **********
Quezon City, Philippines 1103
Mobile No. 094******** / 097********
E-mail: ************@*****.***
Objective: A multi-awarded, dynamic, achiever, well experienced professional librarian and graduate of Master of Science Major in Library Science at University of Dublin, Dublin, CA, and a Doctor of Education Degree major in Information Studies at Fort Jones University, NewYork, N.Y., USA, would like to apply as HR Generalist; Senior Recruitment Officer; Administration Officer; Call Center Officer/ Trainer.
WORK EXPERIENCE
2013 - 2018 Professorial Lecturer I
MLIS Program, Graduate School, University of the East C. M. Recto Avenue, Manila.
2013 - 2017 Assistant Professor / BLIS Program College of Arts and Sciences, University of the East,
Manila.
SEPT. 2012 Library Consultant, La Concepcion College, San Jose Del Monte City, Bulacan
OCT. 2011 Library Consultant, Trace College
Los Banos, Laguna
NOV-DEC 2011 Technical Support Representative Level 2. Microsoft Corporation. Xbox Account. Convergys Philippines International Corporation, Makati City.
2010 – 2011 Call Center Representative at NCO, located before at ABS CBN Quezon City, MM. Provided financial information to qualified customers including other information requested as allowed by the call center.
17/01/08 Corporate Senior Document Controller
27/02/09 Cansult Maunsell Limited Ι AECOM Company
Middle East Office, P. O. Box 53, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
Provided overall supervision in the control and maintenance of corporate documents and records.
Performed document / records preparation & distribution in accordance to document control procedure.
Managed the operation & implementation of the electronic Document management system
01/02/03- Recruitment Officer- Librarian - Library & Information
16/01/08 Resource Department, Abu Dhabi University, Abu Dhabi and
Al Ain Campuses. P. O. Box 59911, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
Interviewed, recommended recruited staff for the University in time for its opening.
Planned, designed, organized and managed the University Libraries and Information Resource Department consisting of 25 multi-cultural nationalities and national staff.
Established the databases for the Library using various sources.
Prepared the Library Manual, formulated policies and procedures and Library Collection Development Program
Prepared and justified the annual libraries and bookstores budgets
Established contacts with publishers, book services companies, suppliers and book dealers.
Recruited all libraries and bookstores staff.
Prepared the job descriptions of the library workforce including the organizational chart.
Provided for the library’s layout, furniture and equipment.
Provided all library materials, serials and online electronic subscriptions including computer items required for the library.
Cataloged and classified the library collection and prepare them for circulation.
Attended academic council meetings, conferences, liased with government and educational institutions.
01/05/01 – Administration Manager
01/31/03 Exxel Services
P. O. Box 29734, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Managed the daily operations of the company.
Marketed and Promoted the products and services.
Maintained good relations and contacts with the Press, government officials, and business leaders.
Prepared and submit reports and other office tasks as assigned.
19/11/92 - Assistant Librarian – Business Information, Research Dept.
30/04/01 Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry
P. O. Box 1457, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Responsible for acquiring, classifying, cataloging, indexing and managing the business library and collection of the Chamber.
Hands on experience with MS office including word, excel, electronic mail, internet browser and CD-ROM databases.
Prepared for the implementation of library automation & database management systems particularly Dynix’s Horizon Library System.
Provided reference and information services to Dubai Chamber’s clients like businessmen, researchers, government employees, students.
Submitted monthly reports to the Director, Research and Studies Dept. about library’s activities, services, clien’ts statistics on usage.
01/03/91 - Personnel Officer II / Information Officer III
30/11/92 Philippine National Bank Credit Card Corp.
NIDC Bldg. 259-263 G. Puyat Avenue, Makati City, Philippines
Supervised the daily operation of the card division providing instant information to clients queries and complaints.
Disseminated and promoted the bank’s different financial services.
Interviewed, processed, evaluated and recommended applicants for employment.
Prepared personnel policies, regulations and appointments.
01/05/85 - Technical Librarian
30/09/90 U.S. Navy / Metrology Center,
Kuwait Air Force / Air Defense, State of Kuwait.
Supervised the operation of the metrology technical library of the Air Force and Air Defence with technical support from U.S. Naval Dept.
Provided support for the maintenance of technical manuals and calibration procedures of various aircraft systems.
Provided support to the quality and electronic engineers group regarding use of specific standards and procedures.
Coordinated and maintained liaison with the Department of Defense and the U. S. Naval Weapons Station, Metrology Engineering Center.
Updates microfiche files and prints calibration procedures according to NAVAIR Publications Office instructions.
01/07/82 - Law Librarian
30/06/85 The Law Firm of Quiason, Makalintal, Barot &
Torres.2/FChronicle Bldg., Meralco Avenue,
Pasig City, Philippines.
Organized and maintained the law library consisting of documents, cases, reports, administrative rulings,executive orders and instructions.
Indexed, typed and filed cards. Clipped vital information.
Procured new and important law publications.
Liaised with various government agencies, publishers, book dealers and agents.
Attended to clients calls, requests for documents, arranged appointments with senior partners, meetings with legal advisors.
22/04/80 - Library Cataloger / Recreation Assistant
20/12/81 King AbdulAziz Naval Base, Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia.
Organized and managed the operation of the automated library system under the supervision of the U.S. Corps of Engineers. .
Prepared and purchased all printed materials as prescribed by the
U.S. Navy Corps of Engineers for distribution in the kingdom.
Catalogued, classified, indexed all books and other library materials.
1974 - 1980 Law Librarian and Cultural Coordinator.
Philippine National Bank Head Office, Escolta, Manila
Re-organized the Law Library collection of the bank.
Managed the operation of the law library.
Provided technical and administrative support to all lawyers and staff of the bank.
Provided assistance to the Cultural Office of the bank.
1972 - 1974 Assistant Librarian (Business & Law Libraries)
Ateneo de Manila University
Graduate School of Business Administration and
College of Law, Padre Faura, Manila, Philippines
Supervised the business and law libraries staff.
Managed the business and law libraries of the Graduate School and College of Law respectively.
Prepared and recommended purchase of business, law books and periodicals required by the Graduate School of Business and the College of Law Libraries.
Prepared list of new acquisitions for distribution to members of the faculty and heads of various departments.
Provided inter-library loan program among member students.
1968 - 1972 Library Assistant / Clerical Aide / Student Assistant
University of the East Main Libraries
C. M. Recto Avenue, Manila, Philippines
Provided assistance in the different sections of the university libraries including graduate school, law, CPA and engineering branch libraries.
Assisted Librarian in the inventory of collection.
Prepared requisitions list. Typed and filed documents.
Finished my university degree as Library working scholar.
EDUCATION
2011-2013 Doctor of Education Major in Information Studies.(D. Ed) Fort Jones University.(Authenticated/Certified by the State of New York) NY, USA
2008 – 2010 Master of Science Major in Library Science (MSLS).
University of Dublin, Dublin, CA, 94568. USA.
GPA : 3.85 (Summa Cum Laude).
2008 – 2009 Graduate of Human Resources Management Course.
Non-degree. Emirates Institute of Technology, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
Award received “ Outstanding” graduate. Diploma duly authenticated by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Affairs, United Arab Emirates.
1982 – 1985 LLB. Third Year Law Student. San Beda College, Manila, Jose Rizal University, Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila, Philippines
1972 -1974 Ateneo De Manila University Graduate School of
Business-MBA Program.
Padre Faura, Manila. Scholar of Fr. Robert J. Suchan, S.J.
1966 - 1971 Bachelor of Science in Education. Major in Library Science. Working Scholar (Student Assistant - Library Department) University of the East. C. M. Recto Ave., Manila, Philippines
SEMINARS-WORKSHOPS, CONFERENCES & SPECIAL STUDIES ATTENDED/PARTICIPATED
Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (University of the City of Manila), Celso Al Carunungan Library and University Center for Research and Extension Services. Resource Speaker of the seminar entitled “Awareness and Usage of Electronic Resources (eBooks and eJournals). Held on September 19, 2016 (four hours). Intramuros, Manila.
University of the East, Graduate School. Second Kamaynilaan Research Conference. Research in Glocalized Learning Communities. Given on 10th day of September during the 70th foundation anniversary of the University of the East, Manila.
Professional Regulation Commission. Professional Regulatory Board for Librarians. CPD Council for Librarians. Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Philippine Qualifications Framework (PQF) and Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA). UP Main Library, Diliman, QC. August 27, 2016
Association of Special Libraries of the Philippines-PNP Criminal Investigation and Detection Group-Dept. of Budget Management, Malacanang Palace, Manila. Digital Forensics 101: Securing Electronic Files in Libraries and Information Centers, September 28, 2015
Philippine Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science, Inc.
Recipient of Certificate of Attendance and Certificate of Participation in the Forum on IT Curriculum for Philippine LIS Education: Focusing on the Dynamic Needs of the LIS Profession. July 11, 2014 held at ABAP’s 18th Philippine Academic Book Fair, SM Megatrade Hall, Mandaluyong City, Philippines.
Graduate School, University of the East. Certificate of Attendance in the Seminar on Effective Partnerships between K-12 and Higher Education. March 6, 2014.
University of the East Alumni Association, Inc. UE Manila. Strategic Planning Workshop 2014. Manila Yacht Club, Roxas Blvd., Manila. March 21, 2014.
Professional Regulatory Board for Librarians and National Library of the Philippines. Consultative Workshop on Competency-Based Standards for Librarians. National Library Auditorium. July 5, 2013.
National Library of the Philippines. First Salon on Philippine Library Education. Sponsored by the Director, National Library of the Philippines. March 15, 2013. Conference Hall, NLP.
National Conference on Library Education and Practices. Staffing the 21st Century Libraries. Sponsored by the Philippine Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science. Ortigas Foundation Library Seminar Hall, February 22, 2013.
Quality Customer Service Skills. Abu Dhabi University. June 9, 2004. Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
AWARDS RECEIVED
Certificate of Appreciation. Resource Speaker. Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (University of the City of Manila), Celso Al Carunungan Library and University Center for Research and Extension Services. Seminar entitled “Awareness and Usage of Electronic Resources (eBooks and eJournals). Held on September 19, 2016 (four hours). Intramuros, Manila.
Outstanding Performance in Teaching in the 2nd. Semester, SY 2015-2016. Graduate School, University of the East, Manila.
Certificate of Recognition for having met the criteria for the award of Perfect Attendance and Outstanding Student Evaluation for the First Semester, SY 2014-2015. Given on 25th day of February, 2016 at UE Theatre, University of the East, Manila, Philippines
Recipient of “ Distinguished Achievement Award ”. (International Alumni Achievers) during the 60th Diamond Anniversary of the University of the East, Manila at Wack Wack Golf Country Club, Mandaluyong City, Philippines. 2006.
Recipient of “ BEST ACHIEVEMENT AWARD” given by the Special Libraries Association of the Philippines on its 50th golden jubilee celebration on Jan. 30, 2004. Goethe Institut Inter natione, Manila, Philippines.
Presidential Awardee – BAGONG BAYANI AWARD 2002-2003. Awarded at Heroes Hall, Malacanang Palace by Her Excellency, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. June 7, 2003. Manila, Philippines.
GOVERNMENT EXAMINATIONS TAKEN AND PASSED
Passed Librarian’s Examination –Given by National Library of the Philippines and Civil Service Commission. Taken October 21,1973 – Released October 15, 1974.
Passed First Grade Entrance Examination - Civil Service Commission. Taken on 74/09/08 and released on 75/12/19.
Registered Licensed Professional Librarian: The Professional Regulation Commission and The Professional Regulatory Board for Librarians. License No. 00139,
Registration date September 7, 1993. License valid until March 2, 2017.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND AFFILIATIONS
Philippine Library Association, Inc. National Capital Region. Manila, Philippines. Active Member since 1974 to November 30, 2017.
Philippine Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science. Lifetime member.
Association of Special Libraries of the Philippines. Member since 1972 to present.
Paligsahan Senior Citizens Association, Inc. – Secretary. PASCA, Barangay Paligsahan, District 1V, Area 19, Quezon City, Philippines
President, UE Library Science Alumni Association, 2013-2014. Ex-Officio 2014-2016. UE Manila
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Date of Birth : March 02, 1950
Place of Birth : Juban, Sorsogon
Civil Status : Married
Nationality : Filipino
Languages : English, Pilipino
Conversational Arabic, a little French.
Observation-Study Tour of Libraries Worldwide/ Countries/Cities Visited :
Amsterdam, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Berlin, India, Germany, Beijing, Chicago (USA), China, People’s Rep. of,Cyprus, Finland, Paris, France, Franfurt, (Germany), Hongkong, Baghdad, Iraq, Kish Island (Iran), Japan, Jordan, Pakistan, Kuwait, St. Petersburg (Leningrad), Moscow, Russia, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Oslo, Norway, Dhahran, Jubail, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Stockholm, Sweden; Zurich, Geneva, Bern,Switzerland; Taipei,Taiwan; Bangkok,Thailand; New York, New Jersey, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Dublin, USA; London, United Kingdom, Vatican City, Rome, Pisa, Venice, Florence, Milan, Italy; Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Al Ain, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.
REFERENCES
H.E. Ambassador Libran N. Cabactulan
Philippine Mission to the United Nations
556 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10036, USA
Department of Foreign Affairs, Roxas Blvd, Manila
Mobile Nos: +1-201-***-**** / e-mail address: ******@*****.*** ********@*****.***
Dr. Nabil Ibrahim, Ph.D.
Chancellor, Abu Dhabi University
P. O. Box 59911, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Tel.No. +971-*-*******
E-mail address: *****.*******@***.**.**
Hon. Asst. Sec. Jesus L.R. Mateo Assistant Secretary, Department. of Education (Philippines) Pasig City, NCR, Manila, Philippines Mobile No. +63-917-******* e-mail: *****.*****@*****.***.**
Ms. Dulcecilia G. De Vera Professor, Assumption College and Philippines Women’s University No. 8 Sct Limbaga St., Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines Tel. No. 373-0799 / email address: ********@*******.***
DICK ESCARCHA ORENSE, RL, MSLS / Mob. No.: 091******** / 091******** / e-mail address: **********@*****.***