Kimberly Lawler
About Kimberly Lawler
Kimberly Lawler is a Contracts Administrator and Negotiator at the University of Colorado, with a diverse background in library and information science. She has held various roles in academic institutions and other organizations, accumulating extensive experience in acquisitions and licensing.
Current Role as Contracts Administrator
Kimberly Lawler currently serves as a Contracts Administrator/Negotiator at the University of Colorado, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for managing contracts and negotiations, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and legal requirements. Her expertise in contract management contributes to the effective operation of the university's administrative functions.
Previous Experience at University of Colorado Boulder
Prior to her current role, Kimberly Lawler worked at the University of Colorado Boulder in various capacities. She served as an E-Resources and Serials Acquisitions Specialist from 2017 to 2022, where she focused on the acquisition of electronic resources and serials. In 2022, she took on the role of Interim Section Lead - Acquisitions and Accounting for six months. Additionally, she held the position of Interim Serials and Licensing Section Lead in 2021.
Educational Background in Library and Information Science
Kimberly Lawler earned her Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Denver, completing her studies from 2013 to 2015. This educational background provided her with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for her roles in library and information management. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Foreign Language - German from the University of Northern Colorado, which she obtained from 2005 to 2009.
Diverse Work Experience in Library Services
Kimberly Lawler has a diverse work history in library services. She worked as a Serials Manager at the University of Colorado Denver from 2016 to 2017 and as a Temporary Serials Specialist from 2015 to 2016. Her experience also includes roles such as InterLibrary Loan Assistant at the University of Denver and Research Desk Apprentice at the University of Colorado Boulder. These positions have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of library operations.
Early Career and Additional Roles
Before her extensive career in library services, Kimberly Lawler held various positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Substitute Librarian at Front Range Community College and as Program Facility Supervisor/Summer Camp Director at the City and County of Broomfield. Her early career also included roles at Frontier Airlines and MillerCoors, showcasing her versatility across different sectors.