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Mary Salata: Library & Marine Officer Resume

Mary Salata is pursuing a Master of Library and Information Science degree from Dominican University. She has a Bachelor of Arts in History from Elmhurst College. Her relevant experience includes working as a Technology Specialist at the Elmhurst Public Library, where she provided technology assistance and instruction to patrons. Currently, she works as a Marine Officer for the Chicago Police Department, performing search and rescue dives and patrols of waterways to ensure public safety. She maintains several certifications in scuba diving, boating, and emergency response.

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Mary Salata: Library & Marine Officer Resume

Mary Salata is pursuing a Master of Library and Information Science degree from Dominican University. She has a Bachelor of Arts in History from Elmhurst College. Her relevant experience includes working as a Technology Specialist at the Elmhurst Public Library, where she provided technology assistance and instruction to patrons. Currently, she works as a Marine Officer for the Chicago Police Department, performing search and rescue dives and patrols of waterways to ensure public safety. She maintains several certifications in scuba diving, boating, and emergency response.

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MARY SALATA (218) 988-2147

Chicago, IL 60644 msalata@my.dom.edu

AREAS OF STRENGTH
Excellent attention to detail Good verbal and written communication skills
Patient, adaptable, and alert Strong ability to use good judgment and problem solve
Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills Proficient with technology

EDUCATION
MASTER OF LIBRARY & INFORMATION SCIENCE River Forest, IL ANTICIPATED MAY 2024
Dominican University, School of Information Sciences, American Library Association Accredited

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN HISTORY Elmhurst, IL MAY 2016


Elmhurst College, Recipient of Presidential Scholarship for Academic Excellence, 2012-2016

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
ELMHURST PUBLIC LIBRARY ELMHURST, IL FEBRUARY 2014 - SEPTEMBER 2017
TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST
Adult Services Department
Worked in a fast paced, detail-orientated setting providing the public with information regarding reference questions, reader’s
advisory, and assistance with technology, as well as instructing them on library policy as necessary to maintain a safe environment.
Key Responsibilities and Achievements:
▪ Provided basic assistance with technology including hardware (e.g. eReaders, PCs, tablets, microfilm readers, copy machines,
printers, scanners, 3D printers, and other personal and library-supplied devices), software (e.g. Microsoft Office) and the
Internet.
▪ Acted as Lead Instructor for public programming, focusing on technology, ideas, and lifestyle improvement.
▪ Assisted patrons with finding library materials and basic information, often utilizing databases such as WorldCat and other
eCatalogues, and instructed patrons on use of said databases.
▪ Worked on special projects as assigned, including creating public displays through in-depth research.
▪ Helped to maintain an atmosphere conducive to patrons exploring, learning, and growing, in keeping with the mission and
values of the library, as well as enacting and, as necessary, enforcing library policy.

WORK EXPERIENCE
CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT CHICAGO, IL SEPTEMBER 2017 - PRESENT
MARINE OFFICER
Unit 059 (Marine Safety Station)
Presently works as a Chicago Police Officer assigned to the Marine Unit as a Marine Officer - Rescue and Recovery Scuba Diver.
Key Responsibilities and Achievements:
▪ Holds and maintains certifications through Scuba Diving International in Open Water Scuba Diving and Rescue Diving, as
well as public-safety oriented certifications in Full-Face Mask Diving and Dry Suit Diving, in addition to boating
certifications through National Association of State Boating Law Administrators as a Basic Crew Member and Tactical
Boating Operator, and State of Illinois accreditation as an Emergency First Responder in First Aid.
▪ Performs routine patrol and homeland security checks of key points of interest to public safety, and is responsible for
monitoring 27 miles of Lake Michigan coastline as well as the Chicago River, various lagoons throughout the city, and any
additional nearby waterways as needed to ensure the safe use of the waterways by commercial and recreational entities.
▪ Acts as primary diver on search and rescue operations for missing/drowned persons, locating them, securing them, and
administering appropriate aid, including, as necessary, performing dives under the ice (“Ice Diving”) as well as acting as
primary diver in recovery operations to return deceased persons to their loved ones, and/or recover evidence necessary in the
furtherance of investigations.
▪ Frequently engages in joint operations with local, state, and federal agencies to work as a team to attain cooperative goals.

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