User:Rafk

Born in Texas, I moved every two to three years with my corporate gypsy parents. I now live in Northern California, and have been in Sonoma County for the past 15 years-- the longest I've ever lived anywhere, by a long shot! I've been working for a public library system for the past 4+ years, and really feel that I've found my niche in information services. I graduated with an MLIS in December 2011 from San Jose State University, with an emphasis in library management. I'm passionate about moving libraries forward by creating programs and service points that meet users where they are. My strengths lie in planning, managing, organizing, and communicating. I'm a real people person, and shine in negotiations. A global thinker, I excel at interdisciplinary research and team building, as well as balancing the goals and desires of various groups of stakeholders.I have education and some experience in web design and usability, and would like to continue to develop more in these areas.