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Therese Erskine

Greenville, SC, USA

PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE

Seeking a position in which I can utilize my diverse, extensive knowledge and skills that include mapping & remote sensing sciences, geo-environmental sciences, languages, information retrieval and presentation and graphic arts

EDUCATION

Currently enrolled in Esri.com courses continuing education

M. S. Geoenvironmental Studies Shippensburg University 2007
Geology, Geography, Remote Sensing, Mapping, Environmental Land Use

M. L. S. Library Service Rutgers University 1989
Concentration: Reference, Children’s Literature, Rare Books and Preservation

B. A. Theatre Design and Technology Northern Illinois University 1981
Art History minor

RELATED EXPERIENCE

ADULT SERVICES LIBRARIAN - Mandel Public Library, West Palm Beach, FL 2017
Analyzed data with Esri® GIS software to devise increased library services to patrons
Provided reference assistance and reader’s advisory
Demonstrated use of print and automated resources, computers, printers, scanners,
fax machine, photocopiers, e-readers
Troubleshooted basic computer technical problems for patrons
Developed high-quality adult non-fiction DVDs, fiction and non-fiction and print
collections in multiple Dewey classes, including science and geography
Posted program information on online library calendar
Maintained MS Excel® spreadsheet of reference and circulation statistics
Prepared PowerPoint® presentations
Presented library orientation to new city employees

INTERN National Audubon Society, Harrisburg, PA 2006

Created maps with Esri® GIS software of deer populations in Pennsylvania state forests
Obtained data from state agencies by telephone and e-mail
Conducted informational research via the Internet
Compiled data; created MS Excel® spreadsheets and reports
Conducted field work observing birds
Assisted with public relations and education
Edited documents and reports
Transcribed notes
Performed general office tasks¬

SCIENCE TEACHER Greenville Literacy Association Greenville, SC 2024 - present
Volunteer

Teach science to adults preparing for the High School Equivalency examination
AMBASSADOR Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society, West Palm Beach, FL 2017 - 2020
Volunteer

Guided visitors to animals, shows and facilities
Educated visitors about animals
Assisted with shows and events

HOST New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, Albuquerque, NM 2010 - 2020 Volunteer

Greeted visitors and directed them to exhibits, shows and facilities
Educated visitors about geology, astronomy, paleontology and other exhibits
Catalogued fossil specimens
Advised on ways to improve visitor experience
Assisted with events

GRADUATE ASST. Geography - Earth Sciences Dept., Shippensburg Univ. 2004 - 2005

Tutored students in geography
Organized geologic specimens
Proctored exams
Created posters and graphics
Performed general office tasks

ASSISTANT TO BIRD REHABILITATOR Avian Wildlife Center, Wantage, NJ 1993-2004 Volunteer

Retrieved, handled, fed and cared for wild birds of all life stages
Assisted the director in giving medical attention to birds
Performed research to retrieve information for director
Built, repaired and cleaned cages
Performed bookkeeping, filing & misc. administrative work

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS & TRAINING

ESRI® GIS - beginning level
ERDAS Imagine® - beginning level
Adobe® PhotoShop® - intermediate level Windows® & Mac® operating systems
Numerous databases & websites
Numerous software programs including

Microsoft Word®, Excel®, Publisher®, PowerPoint®, Outlook®– intermediate level

FOREIGN LANGUAGES

German, French, Spanish – Read at Intermediate level; speak and write at beginning level

SELECTED RESEARCH PROJECTS & PAPERS

Land Use and Avian Population Changes in Sussex County, New Jersey from 1990-2000: A Study Using Breeding Bird Survey Data, Christmas Bird Count Data and LANDSAT Imagery 2006

Damage and Prevention: Detrimental Environmental Effects of River Impoundment and a Case Study of the Tocks Island Dam Proposal 2005

Fossiliferous Formations of the Snake River Plain 2005

Fluorescent Minerals of Franklin And Sterling Hill, New Jersey 2004

ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:

ADULT SERVICES LIBRARIAN Rio Rancho Public Libraries, Rio Rancho, NM 2007 - 2017
Selected science and geography materials in English and Spanish
Planned and booked 300+ multi-subject programs, including science and geography
Provided reference assistance and reader’s advisory including genealogy
Demonstrated use of e-readers, scanners, photocopiers, PCs and print resources
Troubleshooted basic computer technical problems for patrons
Planned, taught, designed, and modified beginning computer use classes
Prepared PowerPoint presentations and handouts including genealogy resources
Wrote, printed, distributed press releases for multiple programs; posted on websites
Kept within budgets
Designed, printed, and distributed publicity flyers, posters and tickets for programs
Photographed programs, downloaded, and edited photos
Planned, created, and printed READ® posters with Adobe® PhotoShop®
Acted as liaison for researchers and community members with common interests
Engaged in outreach activities
Supervised staff evenings and weekends
REFERENCE LIBRARIAN Sussex County Library System, Newton, NJ 1989-2003

Provided reference assistance in all subjects, including science and government documents
Developed adult geography, map, travel, archaeology, biography, genealogy, history/local history, and adult fine arts literature collections
Conducted genealogy research
Provided reader's advisory for patrons of all ages
Demonstrated use of print and automated resources and equipment
Supervised staff evenings and weekends
Chaired committee to study and advise bibliographic instruction methods
Processed inter-library loan requests with OCLC
Compiled bibliographies of selected resources
Selected and cataloged items for vertical file collections
Conducted opening and closing procedures
Attended meetings and workshops
Liaised for researchers and community members with common interests

Therese Erskine

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