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EXPERIENCE 

• Librarian/Computer Teacher/Webmaster, Spell Well Montessori School, 2007-present

• Editor/Webmaster, LIScareer, 2001-present

• Freelance Writer/Editor, 2001-present

• Library Supervisor, University of Houston System at Cinco Ranch, 2002

• Branch Librarian, Aldine Branch, Harris County Public Library, 2001

• Driscoll Children's Hospital Librarian, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, 1998-01

• Head of Access Services, Trinity University, 1995-98

• Librarian, Northeast Texas Community College, 1993-95

• Cataloging Assistant, University of Texas at Arlington, 1992-93

• Circulation Supervisor, University of Texas at Arlington, 1989-92

• Circulation Student Assistant, University of Texas at Arlington, 1986-89

EDUCATION

• M.S. Library Science, University of North Texas, 1993

• B.S. Communications (Journalism), University of Texas at Arlington, 1989

PUBLICATIONS 

• Shontz, Priscilla K. and Richard A. Murray, eds. A Day in the Life: Career Options in Library and Information Science. Libraries Unlimited, 2007

• Shontz, Priscilla K. "Professional Networking Online." FreePint Newsletter 175: Jan 27, 2005

• Shontz, Priscilla K., ed. The Librarian's Career Guidebook. Lanham, MD: Scarecrow Press, 2004

• Shontz, Priscilla K. "Off to a Good Start: Strategies for Your First Year in a New Job." Informed Librarian, Nov 2004.  Reprinted in Keyword, Winter 04/05

• Shontz, Priscilla K. "Taking the Scenic Route: Following a Varied Library Career Path." Info Career Trends 4 (4): July 2003

• Shontz, Priscilla K. "A Librarian without a Library: Staying Professionally Active While Unemployed." LIScareer, June 2003

• Shontz, Priscilla K. "Be a Proactive Protege'." LIScareer, Mar 2002

• Shontz, Priscilla K. "Dealing with Difficult Supervisors." LIScareer, Mar 2002

• Shontz, Priscilla K. "Involvement in Professional or Community Associations." LIScareer, Mar 2002

• Shontz, Priscilla K. "Leading from Non-Supervisory Positions." LIScareer, Mar 2002

• Shontz, Priscilla K. "Why Network?" LIScareer, Mar 2002

• Shontz, Priscilla K. Jump Start Your Career in Library & Information Science. Lanham, MD: Scarecrow Press, 2002

• Shontz, Priscilla K. "Diversifying Your Experience." LIScareer, Dec 2001

• Shontz, Priscilla K. "What Classes Should I Take?" LIScareer, Dec 2001

• Column Editor, "Bits and Bytes." Serials Review, 2001-02

• Shontz, Priscilla K. "Getting Involved: NMRT." Info Career Trends 2 (4): July 2001

• Shontz, Priscilla K. President's Columns. NMRT Footnotes, Sept 1999, Jan 2000, May 2000

• Shontz, Priscilla K. "Tips for Enjoying Your First ALA Conference." American Libraries 30 (6): 109, June/July 1999

• Shontz, Priscilla K. and Jeffrey S. Bullington. "Tips for New Librarians: What to Know in Your First Year of a Tenure Track Position." College & Research Libraries News 59 (2): 85-88, Feb1998

• Klob, Priscilla R. "First Impressions, Lasting Impressions: Tips for Job Interviews." NMRT Footnotes 22 (1): 1, 6-7, Jan 1997.  Reprinted in English for Professional Communication, Politehnica University, Bucharest, Romania: Printec, 2004

WEB SITES

• LIScareer, 2001-present

• UHSCR Virtual Library, 2002

• NASIG Human Resources Directory, 2000-02

• NASIG Continuing Education Committee, 1999-02

• Driscoll Children's Hospital Medical Library, 1998-01

• ALA New Members Round Table, 1996-98

PRESENTATIONS

• "The Librarian Chronicles: Career Options for Librarians," Texas Library Association Conference, Dallas, April 2008

• "Keep Your Career on Track," Oklahoma ACRL Conference, Oklahoma City, OK, November 2004

• "Jump Start Your Career in Library & Information Science." NYLA NMRT Program, New York Library Association Conference, Saratoga Springs, NY, November 2003

• Career Discussion. UNT SLIS 5365, Houston, TX, April 2002

• With Steven J. Oberg. "Jump Start Your Career in Library & Information Science." NASIG Conference, San Antonio, TX, May 2001

• "Jump Start Your Career with NMRT." ALA NMRT Orientation Program, ALA Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA, June 1999

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES 

American Library Association (ALA)

• ALA Sister Library Committee, 1998-99

• ALA EBSCO Conference Scholarship Jury, 1998-99

ALA Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS)

• Chair, Council of Regional Groups Speakers Bureau Committee, 2000-01

ALA Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL)

• Distance Learning Section Electronic Resources Committee, 2002-04

ALA Library Administration & Management (LAMA)

• Membership Committee, 2000-02

• Systems & Services Sections Circulation/Access Services Committee, 1996-98

ALA New Members Round Table (NMRT)

• Member, Self Study & Resource Allocation Committee, 2001-02

• Past President, 2000-01

• President, 1999-00

• Vice-President, 1998-99

• Director for Publications & Public Relations, 1997-98

• Chair, President's Program Committee, 1996-97

• Publicity Committee, 1996-97

• Acting Chair, Midwinter Activities Committee, 1995-96

North American Serials Interest Group (NASIG)

• Awards & Recognition Committee, 2002-06

• Co-chair, Continuing Education Committee, 1999-01; Member, 1998-99, 2001-02

• Bilingual Focus Group, 2000-01

• Co-chair, Continuing Education Task Force, 2000

Texas Library Association New Members Round Table (NMRT) 

• Affiliate to ALA New Members Round Table, 1997-99

• Chair, Quality Books Inc. Professional Development Grant Committee, 1998-99

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