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Associate Archivst
Tomaquag MuseumAssociate Archivst
Sep. 2024Exeter, Rhode Island, United StatesThe Tomaquag Museum archive is home to a unique collection of cultural documentation representing the history and culture of tribal communities of Southern New England. As the Associate Archivist, I steward the preservation and expansion of this valuable archival library through the creation, implementation, and upholding of the policies and procedures of the museum and the Society of American Archivists (SAA). This position is funded through the generous support of the National Archives and Records Administration Grant that enables the arrangement, description, preservation, and reference to educate the public and promote thoughtful dialogue regarding Indigenous history, culture, arts, Mother Earth, and connections to Native issues of today.
Curator
University of Rhode IslandCurator
Nov. 2022 - Dec. 2023Kingston, Rhode Island, United StatesAcquire, catalog, and preserve the institution’s architectural plans, maps, manuals, and associated documents for all campuses Develop an information life cycle management policy and retention schedule compliant with the State of Rhode Island’s public records laws Manage the migration of digitalized records and establish an accessible records management program Facilitate collaboration across the university, Department of State agencies, and outside vendors as the department’s information manager Formalize a preservation plan for native digital materials
Project Archivist
PROVIDENCE MARINE CORPS OF ARTILLERY MUSEUM OF RHODE ISLANDProject Archivist
May. 2022 - Mar. 2023Providence, Rhode Island, United States• Outline minimum requirements and recommendations to the board to meet professional standards and principles for public history organizations accepting donations in public trust • Identify opportunities for collaboration with non-profit organizations that will ensure long-term stabilization, preservation, and exhibition the PMCA collection • Curate a non-circulating, reference library from a significant “Found in Collection” inventory of published works • Assess the archival material and propose a strategic plan for cataloging and long-term preservation • Identify the most historically significant items in the collection and provide a condition report
Assistant Archivist
Steamship Historical Society of AmericaAssistant Archivist
Mar. 2022 - Sep. 2024Warwick, Rhode Island, United States• Assist in every stage of the accessioning process • Answer research, reference, and photo inquiries from staff, members, and the public on the phone or email • Designed “Research Guide to Immigration by Passenger Ship” as an educational tool that supports information literacy through primary sources • Project leader for migration to Past Perfect cloud from Past Perfect 5, Cataloging Standards, and mapping • Physical management of library and special collections storage and preservation • Catalog, original and copy, Found in Collection (FIC) audit project • Assist with the development of digital archives infrastructure: establishing standards and protocols for efficient digitization and management • Ensure long-term preservation of born-digital, digital surrogates, and analog content throughout the information lifecycle
Library Assistant
Rhode Island Department of StateLibrary Assistant
Mar. 2022 - May. 2022Rhode Island, United States* Working knowledge of the general parts and major individual resources that make up the library's collection. * Assist with reference questions, original and copy cataloging, and helping with additional library functions. * Projects include cataloging, digitization, and general administration of the legislative library. * Contribute to the State Library's efforts to enable the Department of State to achieve its mission: to engage and empower all Rhode Islanders by making government more accessible and transparent, encouraging civic pride, enhancing commerce, and ensuring that elections are fair, fast, and accurate.
Graduate Assistant
University of Rhode IslandGraduate Assistant
Jan. 2022 - Mar. 2022Kingston, Rhode Island, United States* Assist in populating the faculty repository digital commons to increase awareness and access to the University's body of scholarly publications. * Administer the harvesting process of metadata associated with each body of work using Scopus, an internet harvesting tool.
Executive Director
South County MuseumExecutive Director
Jan. 2021 - Dec. 2021Narragansett, Rhode Island, United States• Increased membership by 60%; including three-lifetime memberships. • Successfully secured over $60K in funds. • Managed 4,000 volunteer hours in 2021 with roughly 25 volunteers. • Over 1,300 visitors participated in programs, education, and special events. • Facility manager of an eight-acre campus, seven buildings, and a living farm exhibit including chickens, goats, and sheep. • Installed brand new exhibit “Commercial Fishing: The Early Years.” • Designed and supervised a 13-week internship in public history administration for four history undergraduates. • Executed disaster plan “Rescue and Recovery,” including cataloging, cleaning, culling, and moving collection to temporary storage. • Appointed to the State of Rhode Island’s 250 Commission by the Speaker of the House.
Assistant Director
South County MuseumAssistant Director
Nov. 2019 - Dec. 2020Narragansett, Rhode Island• Assisted the Executive Director in all aspects of managing the museum. • Developed online programming, educational videos, and resource guides funded by a Rhode Island Council for the Humanities grant. • Designed and implemented public relations and marketing initiatives across traditional and internet platforms. • Recruited, hired, trained, and managed paid staff and volunteers, including academic interns. • Managed fundraising and development campaigns including annual fund appeal, membership recruitment, donor cultivation, and “pop-up” fundraising campaigns.
Administrative Assistant
University of Rhode IslandAdministrative Assistant
Sep. 2019 - Jun. 2020Kingston, Washington County, Rhode Island* Build and expand online community and brand through social media, website, and surveys Event planning, including receptions, board meetings, and Center events * Manage Center’s communications with faculty, students, and the community * Administrative support to the director Facilitates the organization and record-keeping of grants
Promotions Manager, SINGULAR
MerckPromotions Manager, SINGULAR
Jan. 2000 - Feb. 2001West Point, PA• Responsible for supporting brand objectives for SINGULAIR and COSOPT. • Cross-functional Project Manager of the internal team design team, advertising agency, and medical/legal.
Corporate Trainer
MerckCorporate Trainer
Jan. 1997 - Dec. 2000West Point, PA• Awarded: Nations’ “Most Valuable Person”; Top Tier Trainer – VIOXX Launch award
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
MerckPharmaceutical Sales Representative
Jan. 1992 - Dec. 1997Providence, Rhode Island Area• Winner of Vice President’s Award, Vice President’s Distinguished Service Award, 1st Place Regional Detailing Competition • Award winning top tier salesperson for exceeding sales goals consistently for $14 million territory

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