Information science professional with a decade of customer-service, administrative, and records-management experience — newly conferred MLIS from Simmons University, focused on archival science & information architecture.
Study & Research
Master of Library & Information Science
ALA-accredited program — Simmons holds one of the top archives concentrations in the country. The M.S. in Library Science permits a self-designed concentration, which I built around a single throughline: harmonizing traditional archival practice with modern technological workflows. Appraisal, description, and preservation alongside metadata, database design, information architecture, and the systems researchers actually use to find things. The goal was a working archivist who can move between paper and code without losing the values of either. Completed a 60-hour internship at the Washington State Archives. Recipient of a merit scholarship every year of the program. Active member of ALA and SAA.
Bachelor of Arts in American History, cum laude
Graduated cum laude with a focus on colonial–indigenous relations and early American borderland settlement & conflicts. Thesis — From Missions to Massacres — explored the administration of Colonial California under three successive powers and its effects on native populations. Coursework produced roughly two dozen research papers across the major periods; a small selection appears below. Consistent President's List & Honor Roll. Member of the Organization of American Historians.
A decade of service & records.
'24
Legal Assistant
WA State Office of Administrative Hearings &
North Star Law GroupOlympia WA · Mar 2024 – May 2026
'23
Archives Intern
Washington Secretary of StateOlympia WA · Aug – Nov 2023
'22
Customer Service Administrator
Physicians of Southwest WashingtonOlympia WA · Apr 2022 – Aug 2023
'16
Packaging Specialist & Lead
Zen Asset ManagementLacey WA · Nov 2016 – Nov 2021
'15
Customer Service Representative
Xerox Corp.Lacey WA · Nov 2015 – Nov 2016
'12
Customer Service Representative
Chegg.comGrants Pass OR · Mar 2012 – Oct 2014
'11
E-Commerce Associate
Harry & DavidMedford OR · Dec 2011 – Oct 2014
Capabilities & tools.
Hard skills 17
- Office management
- Legal document preparation
- Digital & physical filing
- Technical writing
- Indexing & cataloguing
- Item description & preservation
- Digitization & transcription
- Metadata
- FOIA request handling
- Data entry & analysis
- Medical records analysis
- HIPAA regulations
- Database design & management
- Customer support (multi-channel)
- De-escalation techniques
- HTML · CSS · PHP
- 17th–20th-c. cursive fluency, English/Spanish
Soft skills 19
- Verbal & written communication
- Public speaking
- Active listening
- Diverse-team collaboration
- Interpersonal skills
- Collaborative problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Creative solutions
- Strategic planning
- Task management
- Meeting deadlines
- Flexibility across environments
- Tech adaptability
- Evaluation & analysis
- Decision making
- Attention to detail
- Initiative
- Supervisory experience
- Project leadership
Tools & software 24
- Microsoft 365
- Google Workspace
- Slack · Teams
- Clio
- cPanel
- WordPress
- ContentDM
- ArchiveSpace
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Dreamweaver
- Adobe Reader
- FTP
- Visual Studio Code
- QuickBooks
- Zendesk
- LivePerson
- Dialpad
- Tableau
- Python
- SQL / MariaDB
Innovative
Always finds more efficient routes through a task without losing the quality of the output.
Problem-solving
Natural troubleshooter; finds the work both fun and intellectually satisfying.
Organized
Notices ways systems could be better organized and takes initiative to improve them.
Analytical
Obsessed with data — consults it first when making decisions, at work or at home.
Goal-oriented
Sets personal metrics and works to beat the last quarter's numbers; thrives with concrete goals.
Multidisciplinary Perspective
Background in Evolutionary history of the universe, life, and the universal experience of sentient creatures permeates my perspective and approach
Active member, & in good standing.
Why archives.
My dedication to preserving knowledge and increasing access to information stems from personal experience with educational barriers and a deep belief that understanding our history is crucial for building a more equitable future. Growing up with limited resources, I discovered that books and historical records were powerful tools — for understanding not just my own place in the world, but humanity's collective story.
Through my work in genealogy and historical research I've seen how preserved records give voice to those historically silenced or overlooked. Protecting and providing access to these materials isn't only about maintaining documents — it's about ensuring future generations can understand their history, learn from our past, and make informed decisions about our shared future.
This perspective guides my approach to both work and study: every effort to preserve, organize, and share information is an act of service that supports justice, equity, and the democratization of knowledge.
Outside work.
Genealogy
Combining genetic analysis with traditional historical research — piecing together family connections as a kind of long-form detective work.
Bookbinding
Hand-binding in centuries-old traditions; a meditative practice that produces objects of lasting quality.
Hiking & kayaking
Exploring the Pacific Northwest by foot and paddle; watching native flora and fauna on their own schedule.
Political advocacy
Translating the study of historical injustice into policy work — pushing for systemic change that addresses inequity.
Tabletop games
Strategic play as a way to sharpen problem-solving and keep the people I love close during the PNW rainy season.
Let's talk.
I'm actively seeking roles in archives, records management, and information architecture. Happy to chat.