Insights into the Role of a Laptop Librarian at Oklahoma State University
Explore the various responsibilities of a Laptop Librarian at Edmon Low Library, Oklahoma State University. From circulation desk duties to laptop upkeep, inventory management, and providing technical support, this detailed overview sheds light on the essential tasks carried out by the librarian to ensure seamless access to laptops for students and faculty members. Discover the challenges faced in maintaining a fleet of laptops and managing warranties, repairs, and peripheral checkouts.
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Age of the Laptop Librarian Presented by Dyonna Starr-Ramos Edmon Low Library at Oklahoma State University
What does a Laptop Librarian Do?
My Job Duties Circulation Desk Duties Public Interactions
My Job Duties Circulation Desk Duties Public Interactions Laptop Upkeep Inventory, Repairs, Imaging
Standard Laptop Checkouts
Student Laptops 5-10 hour checkouts 150 Dell laptops, 90 Macbooks, 25 Surfaces Circulation since 2006 Software
Maintaining the Fleet New purchase every 1-2 years
Maintaining the Fleet New purchase every 1-2 years Warranties
Maintaining the Fleet New purchase every 1-2 years Warranties Imaging
Maintaining the Fleet New purchase every 1-2 years Warranties Imaging Daily Inventory
Accessories Students have the option to check out: Mouse Charger USB DVD/CD Drive Phone charger Stylus for the Surfaces
Faculty/Staff Laptops 3-6 day checkouts 25 Dell, 15 Macs Convenient laptop bag Out of Warranty
Biggest Challenges of Checkouts Keeping up inventory F/S Imaging Repairs Out of Warranty
Biggest Challenges of Checkouts Keeping up inventory F/S Imaging Repairs Peripherals Checkout Periods
Biggest Challenges of Checkouts Keeping up inventory F/S Imaging Repairs Peripherals Checkout Periods
Berkeleys Checkouts vs Ours 4 Hours, non-renewable - 5-10 Hours 1 Day - $30 an hour, $120 maximum 14 Day - Charge full replacement 4-5 days $20 an hour, no maximum Charge full replacement after 1 day
Surplus? Or What happens when laptops go out of Warranty? Faculty/Staff Surplus
Long Term Loan Checkouts 20-30 every year
Long Term Loan Checkouts 20-30 every year Drawing System 120-140 entries
Long Term Loan Checkouts 20-30 every year Drawing System 120-140 entries Checkout for 1-2 semesters
Maintaining Long Term Loans - Out of Warranty - Older Models
Maintaining Long Term Loans - Out of Warranty - Older Models
Special Events Laptops 2-15 laptops or Surfaces Up to 10 days
Special Events Laptops 2-15 laptops or Surfaces Up to 10 days
Maintaining Special Events Laptops Out of Warranty Return Procedures
Statistics for Special Events Fall 2019 146 Devices checked out across 11 events Spring and Summer 2019 135 Devices Checked out across 14 events
Conclusion Thank you!
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