Kerisa Shorthouse
Library Staff | MLIS Student
Phone:
615-627-6527
Email:
Education
University of Southern Mississippi
Master of Library and Information Science | 2027
Lee University
Bachelor of Arts in English | May 2017
Professional Organizations
Library & Information Science Student Association (LISSA)
Tennessee Library Association (TLA)
American Library Association (ALA)
About Me
When I began my undergraduate studies in 2014, I fully intended to become a professional editor and creative writer. I had been practicing creative writing since elementary school and had started editing my peers' manuscripts in high school. Then, in the summer of 2015, I stumbled upon the profession of librarianship and have been dedicated to it ever since.
Throughout the years, I have become committed to encouraging lifelong learning and creating welcoming environments for all ages, with a focus on underserved teen and adult populations. My background in English writing makes me an effective communicator, and I have continued to grow my creative skills by exploring graphic design, event coordination, and program development. I am also dedicated to fostering an environment of teamwork and innovation among staff using open lines of communication, adaptive workflow strategies, and clear guidelines for behavior.
Work Experience
Circulation Supervisor | Cleveland Bradley County Public Library
January 2024 - Present
May 2019 - January 2024
July 2015 - May 2019
Responsible for creating and implementing circulation policies, supervising a team of staff and volunteers, managing collections of library books and media, and tracking usage statistics and financial expenditures.
Regular use of Atriuum Integrated Library System, Google Suite, library databases, and online meeting platforms.
Volunteer Coordinator & Program Director | Cleveland Bradley County Public Library
Responsible for planning and executing library programs for adults of all ages, coordinating the annual Summer Reading Program with Youth Services, vetting and training long-term and short-term volunteers, and acting as a liaison between the Friends of the Library Association and library staff.
Initiated a free library card replacement program and development of the library's local author collection.
Regular use of Canva, Google Suite, Meta Business Suite, and online meeting platforms.
Circulation Shift Lead | Cleveland Bradley County Public Library
Responsible for managing the division of labor at the front desk, addressing patron complaints, and training incoming circulation staff.
Regular use of VERSO Integrated Library System and library databases.
