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Valencia Mitchell
Professor/Librarian
(562)860-2451, extension 2416
CAREER OVERVIEW
Extensive professional experience in
a community college library,
four-year university special
library, and public library
system. Provide public service; management and
supervision; staff training and development; collection development;
acquisitions and budget administration; library instruction; library
technology; with additional experience in program development and writing.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
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Administer comprehensive library services
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Develop and manage budgets
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Instruct students, faculty and staff in library research methods and information competency/literacy
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Provide direct reference service to students, faculty and staff
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Coordinate management of the serials module in the library integrated management system
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Manage the evaluation, selection and purchase of periodicals and Web-based resources
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Utilize technology and current library research methods
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Establish operational policies and procedures
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Supervise, train and evaluate staff
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Develop and administer specialized program
EDUCATION
Certificate in
Online Teaching and Learning
California
State University, Hayward, CA
Master of Arts
Degree, Music
California
State University, Long Beach, CA
Master of
Science Degree, Library Science
University of
Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of
Arts Degree, Music
Mills College,
Oakland, CA
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Professor/Librarian, 1991 - Present
Instructor/Librarian, 7/1989 - 1991
Cerritos
Community College, Norwalk, CA
Manage and coordinate activities of staff in the periodicals area. Provide
opportunities for training in computer applications, procedures within the
integrated library management system, use of Web-based databases and
resources, and periodicals area policies and procedures.
Participate in faculty peer review process and the evaluation of classified
staff. Managed library circulation area staff.
Participate in collection development of print and electronic books in
general reference and specific subject areas of the collection. Coordinate,
develop and manage the acquisition of print periodicals and Web-based
resources within allocated budget and special grant funding. Meet and confer
with vendor and publisher representatives to review new materials, products
and services.
Provide general and subject specific library orientations and instruction
sessions, detailing the scope and use of library materials, Web-based
resources and new technologies. Develop instructional materials on various
subjects, using print and technology tools.
Teach Library 100: Introduction to Library Resources, 1999 - 2000, 2002
- 2005, 2007 to
the present, as a stand-alone and online course, and as part of the Learning
Communities Program. Use Cerritos College course management systems for
delivery of Library 100 online, including Sakai TalonNet and Quiz Maker/Ultimate
Survey. Experience using School
Discovery.com, eCollege, and Black Board
online course delivery systems. Coordinate the assignment and distribution
of courses to library faculty. Revise course workbooks and assignments to
meet information competency/literacy guidelines.
Research and develop programs for special campus events and observations,
such as
African American History Month,
Women's History Month, and staff
development programs. Report on campus committee activities to the Coordinating
Committee. Participate in Library presentations made to the Board of
Trustees.
Collaborate with campus faculty on area and department accreditations and
Program Review Validation teams, producing written reports: Dental
Assisting/Dental Hygiene, Nursing, and Paralegal Program Accreditations;
Library Technology Plan, Library Program Self-Study; Economics Department,
Physical Therapy, and Reading Program Review Validation Team Reports.
Coordinate management of the serials module of the SIRSI/Dynix integrated
library management system at Cerritos College. Managed the serials and
circulation modules of the previous DRA integrated library management
system. Participated in the review and selection of the Library automation
systems.
Knowledge and experience working with Windows computer operating system, with
previous Macintosh computer experience; World Wide Web searching; various
Web-based databases and resources; software applications: Microsoft Office
Suite; Microsoft SharePoint; Publisher; Front Page; Microsoft Works; TechSmith
Camtasia and Jing; Window Movie Maker. Build Web pages using Microsoft
SharePoint (previously in Front Page, LibGuides, and pages within the SIRSI
integrated library management system environment. Experience developing
podcasts.
Coordinator,
Music Resource Center,
12/1980 - 6/1989
University
Music Center, California State University, Long Beach
Provided reference service to students, faculty, and other Center patrons.
Supervised and controlled use of a small Macintosh computer and listening
laboratory. Provided instruction in use of laboratory equipment and
computers, on-site and at special educational technology events.
Utilized online computer system for information retrieval and University
library catalog searches.
Assessed needs and further developed the collection. Planned the budget and
ordered print and non-print materials. Developed a small specialized music
reference collection. Classified, cataloged and directed processing of all
materials. Maintained card catalog and files of Music Resource Center
holdings and special collections. Developed policies and procedures for the
circulation of all regular, music archive, and reserve materials.
Hired, trained and evaluated employee performance. Supervised and
coordinated employee work schedules for one Graduate Student Assistant and
seven Student Aids.
Librarian,
In-Charge, 10/1979 - 11/1980
Los Angeles
County Public Library, George Nye Library and Weingart Library, Lakewood, CA
Librarian,
Reference/Audio Visual, 1975 - 9/1979
Librarian,
Reference/Periodicals, 1972 - 1975
Los Angeles
County Public Library, Angelo M. Iacoboni Library, Lakewood, CA
Supervised the operation of two community branch libraries.
Assessed library and community needs, planned budgeting to meet the needs,
developed print and non-print collections, ordered library materials,
supplies, furniture and equipment. Hired, trained and evaluated employee
performance. Supervised employee work schedules. Planned and organized
community outreach programs. Developed public presentations made to
community and professional organizations. Served as audio visual services
consultant to three branch libraries. Supervised three full-time and 12
part-time employees.
Provided reference service to library users. Established and managed
operation of the audio visual collection for a large community library.
Organized a systematic program for classification and retrieval of audio
visual materials. Wrote and implemented procedures manual for the library
Audio Visual Services Department. Planned and justified budget requests for
audio visual materials. Established relationships with Personnel Training
Directors of local businesses to plan audio visual presentations for
employee development programs. Prepared publicity to appear in a variety of
media. Researched and developed library promotional material. Supervised one
full-time employee and two volunteers.
Reviewed, evaluated and ordered periodical titles for a large public
library. Provided reference service to library users. Supervised one
full-time employee.
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PARTICIPATION IN GRANT FUNDED PROJECTS - CERRITOS COLLEGE
Telecommunications Infrastructure Plan, Chancellor's Office, 1997 to
2009
The 1997-98 State Budget Act contained funds for expenditure
on the Telecommunications and Technology Infrastructure Program (TTIP). One
focus of that expenditure was for the library and learning resources
technology and electronic resources initiative for the acquisition of a
Group IV fax machine and Internet-based databases. To maximize the use of
the funds allocated to Cerritos College, I contacted participating fax
machine electronic database vendors for product information; evaluated the
various products; negotiated prices; arranged for licensing, maintenance
agreements, installation, local technical support; and made final
recommendations in a report submitted to the Cerritos College Board of
Trustees for approval. Continuing TTIP funding has resulted in the Library
acquisition of additional database subscriptions.
Title III:
Professional Growth Opportunities for Changes in the Classroom: "The
Multicultural Curriculum....", 1991 - 1992
Collaborated with Liberal Arts division faculty to explore innovative ideas
for improving teaching methods and curriculum to more effectively meet the
needs of an increasingly diverse student population. The project
investigated multicultural texts and created new assignments for use in
specific English department courses. I assisted in research, developed
bibliographies, and identified new texts and audio visual materials for
acquisition and development of the library and instructional media
collections.
Title III:
Ambassador Speakers Project, Spring 1991
Participated in public speaking training with faculty from various
disciplines. Made two off campus speaking engagements, including a
presentation made to the Bellflower Symphony Association on research using
periodical databases and a violin demonstration and discussion made to two
classes at the Jefferson Elementary School Headstart Program.
ACADEMIC SERVICE - CERRITOS
COLLEGE
Affirmative Action Committee, 1990
- 1995
Affirmative Action/Staff Diversity Representative, 1992 - 1999, 2005, 2007
Administrative, faculty, and classified screening committees
Academic Partnership Program, 1990
- 1991
Mentor for at risk students
Administrative
and Faculty Screening/Hiring Committees,
1994 - 1995, 2001 - 2002, 2003 - 2004, 2009 - 2010, 2010 - Present
Cerritos College Foundation Development Council, 1994 - 1995
Participated in the development of fundraising events and activities for the
Cerritos College Foundation. Established contacts and made arrangements for
author Bernice Kert as keynote speaker for "An Afternoon Tea in the Library" event, February 25, 1995. Arranged for music to be performed at the same
event and served as liaison to the Art Department to coordinate a student
and faculty art exhibition and silent auction at "An Afternoon Tea".
Contacted and negotiated music entertainment for the 1995 Annual Foundation
Dinner held at the Clarke Estate, Santa Fe Springs, April 1995.
Cerritos College "The Love of Learning" Campaign, Advanced
Gifts Cabinet, 1995 - 1996
Worked on the solicitation efforts, focused on gaining gifts
from those individuals whose early support would demonstrate the commitment
and resolve that would influence and inspire the giving of subsequent
prospects later in the campaign.
Curriculum Committee, 1989 -
1991, 1996 - 1997, 1998 - 2000, 2001 - 2005; 2007 - Present
Technical Review sub-Committee, 2009 - Present
Department Chair,
Library,
2009 - Present
Recommend department faculty
teaching schedules and
assignments to the division
dean. Coordinate the development
of appropriate curricula.
Develop instruction program
goals and objectives in
consultation with department
members. Ensure that course
outlines are updated in accord
with existing policy. Ensures
that course workbooks and other
course related materials are
updated and made available each
semester. Evaluate, in
consultation with department
members, the effectiveness of
the educational program,
including the adequacy of
instructional resources. Attend
Curriculum Committee meetings as
necessary. Identify needs for
new teaching faculty. Oversee
and/or participate in the
screening and hiring of
applicants for part-time
teaching positions. Assist
faculty in teaching
effectiveness and/or performance
of duties. Oversee and/or
participate in the evaluation of
faculty members. Visit classes
and observe teaching practices
and/or job performance as
necessary. Identify and report
to the division dean infractions
of college policy. Prepare the
schedule of classes for Fall,
Spring, and Summer course
offerings. Respond to student
complaints according to district
policy.
Faculty Senate, 1992 - 1994,
1994 - 1996, 1998 - 1999, Spring 2004
Faculty Senate Executive Team, 1993 - 1996
Senate Secretary, 1993 - 1994
Various ad hoc Senate committees, 1992 - 1999
Faculty Senate Grievance Committee, 1999 - 2000
Alternate, 2001 - 2002
Hiring Standards and Faculty Equivalency Committee, 1999 - 2000; 2001 - Present
Committee Co-Chair, 2008 - Present
Learning Resource Center Committee,
1990 - 1994
Library Technology Plan Development Committee,
1999 - 2000, Committee Chair
Library Program Review Committee,
1999 - 2000, Committee Chair
Matriculation Committee, 1990 -
1995
Professional Relations Committee,
2001 - 2005, 2006 - 2008
Committee
Chair, 2002 - 2005
formerly
Faculty Personnel Committee, 1994 - 1995
formerly Outstanding
Faculty Selection Committee, 1989 - 1991
Program Review Validation Teams,
1998 - 2000, 2001 - 2005
Physical Therapy Assistant Program, 1998 - 1999; Economics,
1999 - 2000; Reading Program, 2001 - 2002
Retention Committee, 1989 - 1991
Committee Chair, 1990 - 1991
Sabbatical Leave Committee, 1998
- 1999
Student Learning Outcomes Committee, 2009 -
Present
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OTHER SERVICE -
CERRITOS COLLEGE and COMMUNITY
Research and develop
programs for special campus events and observations. Programs have included solo
and ensemble music performances for Cerritos College Music Department Faculty
Galas, Women’s History Month and African American History Month observances.
Perform in solo and ensemble programs for special events: Cerritos College Monte
Carlo Night, California Afro-American Museum programming, Museum of Latin
American Art Music Without Borders programming.
Participate as an Adjudicator for the Bellflower Symphony Association Annual
Concerto Competition.
Music Library
Association/Southern California Chapter (MLA/SCC), 1981 - Present
Member at
Large, 1997 - 1999, 1999 - 2001
Nominating
Committee, 1991
Program
Committee, 1990
Chair, 1985
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1986
Newsletter
Editor, 1981 - 1985
Counseling and Library Faculty Issues Sub-Committee of the Statewide
Academic Senate for California Community Colleges,
1993
- 1998
Committee discussed issues and topics of concern to
counseling and library faculty. Developed position papers, resolutions, and
participated in presentations and workshops developed for plenary sessions
of the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges.
Joint
Legislative Technical Advisory Committee on Library Acquisitions, California
Research Bureau, California State Library,
1995 - 1996
Met with California State Library representatives to discuss
and provide input on
California budget funding issues for community college library acquisitions.
Final report culminated in the publication by Knutsen, Kirk L. California
Community College Library Acquisition
Needs: 1995 - 2005 - A Study Prepared
Pursuant to Supplemental Report
Language, Item 6120-011-001, Budget Act of
1995-96. Issue summary. Sacramento: California Research Bureau, California
State Library, [1996].
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SELECTED PUBLICATION
Papers/Reports
Counseling and Library Faculty Issues Committee. Information Competency in the California Community Colleges. Adopted Spring 1998
<http://www.asccc.org/sites/default/files/InfoComp.pdf>.
Counseling and Library Faculty Issues Committee. Library Faculty in California Community College Libraries: Qualifications, Roles, and
Responsibilities. <http://asccc.org/sites/default/files/Library.pdf>. A position paper developed 1994-1995 and adopted by the
Academic Senate for the California Community Colleges Spring 1996.
Counseling and Library Faculty Committee. Standards of Practice for California Community Colleges Counseling Programs. Adopted
Spring 1997. <http://asccc.org/sites/default/files/Standards.pdf>.
Reviews
Bambara, Toni Cade. The Seabirds Are Still Alive. Rev. in Library Journal 01 June 1977.
Clark, Electa. Leading Ladies. Rev. in Library Journal 01 Sep. 1976: 1770.
Davis, Lenwood G. The Black Woman in American Society: A Selected Annotated Bibliography. Rev. in Library Journal 01 April
1976. Excerpt in Book Review Digest, 1976.
Davis, Sheila. The Craft of Lyric Writing. Rev. in Library Journal 15 Feb. 1985: 170.
Macksey, Joan. The Book of Women's Achievements. Rev. in Library Journal 01 July 1976: 1514. Except in Book Review Digest,
1977.
Marco, Guy A. Opera: A Research & Information Guide. Rev. in Library Journal 01 Feb. 1985: 87.
Neidle, Cecyle S. America's Immigrant Women. Rev. in Library Journal 15 Nov. 1975. Excerpt in Book Review Digest, 1976.
Ploski, Harry A., ed. The Negro Almanac. Rev. in Library Journal 01 Mar. 1977: 594.
Shange, Ntozake. Betsey Brown. Rev. in Library Journal 15 May 1985: 80. Excerpt in Book Review Digest, 1986.
Sherr, Lynn. The American Woman's Gazetteer. Rev. in Library Journal 01 Nov. 1976: 2280. Excerpt in Book Review Digest, 1977.
"Visions of the Spirit: A Portrait of Alice Walker." ABC CLIO Video Rating Guide for Libraries, 1990-91.
<http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/MRC/VisionsoftheSpirit.html>.
Editor
BiblioFlyer, Newsletter of the Cerritos College Library, 1992 - 1993.
Music Library Association/Southern California Newsletter, 1981 - 1985.
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OTHER EXPERIENCE
Part-time Instructor, 1991 - 1995
Cerritos College Music Department, Norwalk, CA
Taught violin lessons in the applied music program
Part-time Instructor, 1985 - 1987
Eubanks Conservatory of Music and Arts, Los Angeles, CA
Taught Music History and Appreciation; violin lessons
Instructor, 1983 - 1984
Angels Gate Cultural Center, San Pedro, CA
Taught violin lessons
Freelance musician, 1975 - Present
Various music settings: solo, chamber ensemble, orchestral, and musical theater
CONTINUED EDUCATION
Podcasting for Educators (2 Semester Units)
Cerritos College, Spring 2008
Punctilious Punctuation (2 Semester Units)
University of La Verne, Summer 2007
U. S. Constitution (2 Semester Units)
University of La Verne, Summer 2007
Historical Las Vegas (1 Semester Unit)
University of La Verne, Summer 2005
A California Mission (1 Semester Unit)
University of La Verne, Summer 2005
Legal Aspects of Information, Privacy and Technology (4 Quarter Units)
UCLA Online Learning, Winter Quarter 2001
Art and Los Angeles (3 Semester Units)
University of the Pacific, Summer 2000
Using the Internet & World Wide Web in Education (1 Semester Unit)
University of La Verne, Summer 1998
Music 595, Independent Study Project (3 Semester Units)
"Relevant Internet Sites for Classical Music Research: a Descriptive List"
CSU, Dominguez Hills, Summer 1997
Music 595, Independent Study Project (3 Semester Units)
"The Violin in the Jazz Idiom: Performers and Styles"
CSU, Dominguez Hills, Summer 1997
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AWARDS/HONORS
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Cerritos College Staff Development Outstanding Service Award to Library Faculty, 2001
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Sabbatical Leave, 2000 - 2001
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Cerritos College Outstanding Faculty Award, Library/LRC, 1998
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American Library Association
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Association of College and Research Libraries
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California Academic and Research Libraries
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Music Library Association/Southern California Chapter
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Alpha Sigma Iota (SAI), Gamma Pi Chapter
Web Author:
Valencia
Mitchell
(vmitchell@cerritos.edu)
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