Lending Library Volunteer

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist the librarian with a variety of functions to help the library run smoothly and efficiently.

QUALIFICATIONS

You will enjoy this opportunity if you:

Care about people and Siskin Children’s Institute
Are committed to prompt, highest quality customer service
Enjoy a variety of people
Have a positive attitude and friendly personality
Enjoy books and other resource material
Are comfortable with using the technology associated computers (searches) and communication systems as appropriate
Are reliable and responsible
Are able to work independently
Are able to accept supervision
Are 18 or older
Successfully complete TB screening and background check

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The usual hours of service are:

A minimum commitment of four hours per week
Volunteer opportunities are available Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position provides opportunities for:

Providing prompt, friendly greeting and assistance to families and guests to the library
Whenever possible, providing accurate directions to guests seeking the location of various Institute departments
Processing of books, which includes stamping, applying labels, attaching due-date slips and applying letters
Providing assistance with circulation and shelving of library materials
Entering new patrons into the information system
Making copies and assembling information packets
Laminating of book covers for books with paper covers
Decorating both the school and community library for seasonal or monthly decorations and displays
Helping manage overdue materials

ORIENTATION/TRAINING PROVIDED

The volunteer will:

Receive an orientation from Volunteer Services to the Institute's purpose, functions and policies/procedures as related to the volunteer’s work at the Institute
Receive training from the assigned supervisor to ensure that the volunteer is comfortable with the assigned duties and essential functions of this position.

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