Professional Profile

Kate Erickson is a Library and Information Science professional and MLIS graduate from Dominican University with a strong foundation in information organization. Her work is grounded in a commitment to increasing access to information and creating systems that help people discover, understand, and use information more effectively. She approaches information work with a focus on clarity, consistency, and thoughtful description, recognizing the role that well-designed systems play in shaping access.

Through her academic training and professional experience, Kate has developed strengths in metadata creation, standards-based description, workflow development, and systems thinking. She is comfortable working across descriptive frameworks and enjoys learning how underlying structures function and interact. This interest in systems has shaped her ability to move between technical detail and user-centered access, allowing her to design processes that are both precise and practical to the benefit of employees and customers.

Kate brings a strong background in accuracy, documentation, and process improvement from her prior work in highly regulated, data-driven pharmacy environments. These experiences inform her approach to information work, particularly in areas of quality control, consistency, and clear communication. She is skilled at learning complex systems, identifying opportunities for improvement, and translating that knowledge into workflows and documentation that support collaborative work.

Across her work, Kate brings a strong patron/customer-centered mindset. She has ten years of experience in public-facing roles, serving as the go-to person for many coworkers and customers with questions or issues. She takes pride in being a reliable resource and helpful team member. Her professional goals center on building sustainable, transparent systems that connect people with information in meaningful and equitable ways.