Santiago Tagacay III, Librarian

Santiago Tagacay III

Librarian

German University of Technology in OMan

Location
Philippines
Education
Master's degree, Library Science
Experience
11 years, 5 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :11 years, 5 Months

Librarian at German University of Technology in OMan
  • Oman - Muscat
  • My current job since December 2012

• Organize and conduct library training and orientations via MS Team and Zoom
• Administering the library system (LIBERO)
- backup and maintain the system regularly
- ensure the smooth flow of the OPAC
- process inventory of the collections both audio-visual and book materials
- extract data reports from the system for accreditation purposes
• Provide technical assistance to the library patrons on the use of library e-resources
• Assist patrons with the use of reference resources and answers queries and questions of patrons online
• Plan and deliver client-centered programs and services such as special services, storytelling for children, newsletters, or programs for special groups
• Develop information access aids such as indexes and annotated bibliographies, web pages, electronic pathfinders, and on-line tutorials
• Develop, design, and maintain the library website (http://lib.gutech.edu.om)
• Gather and examine free and subscribed on-line resources
• Update and maintain the library’s audio-visual resources
• Lend and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials
• Create and produce video and audio presentations for library activities and seminars
• Review, download and disseminate bibliographic information from trusted sites
• Assist in the automation of the Archives and Museum Collections
• Update the library’s social networking fan page
• Prepare write-ups and reports for my line managers

Education

Master's degree, Library Science
  • at St. Paul University Philippines
  • June 2015

Specialties & Skills

Reference Services
Customer Reference Programs
Online Databases
Electronic Materials
Web Application Design
Proficiency with online databases including Proquest, Ebsco, Google Scholar etc.
Efficiency in conducting reference interview
Knowledgeable in formulation and implementation of Collection Development Programs
Excellent in using Cataloguing tools and other aides
Technology/application skills including, Social Networking, Library System, Moodle etc.

Languages

English
Intermediate

Memberships

Philippine Librarian’s Association, Inc. (PLAI)
  • Member
  • November 2008

Training and Certifications

Seminar (Training)
Training Institute:
Library Tourism and Hospitality: The Innovative Way of Endearing Libraries and Harnessing Knowledge
Date Attended:
September 2011