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Opportunity Details

(Private) Library Aide at Elmhurst 2019-20

Library Aides assist with checking in returned materials (i.e. books, DVD’s, CD’s), shelving books when needed, setting up promotional displays, mending books, cataloging items, and preparing reserve materials for pick-up. 

SKILLS REQUIRED

  • 16 years old and up
  • Minors must provide parental consent and valid NYS working papers. - Click to download blank forms
  • Able to work independently and follow instructions. 
  • Must know how to alphabetize and have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
  • Good time management skills.
  • Dependable and organized.
  • Basic reading and math skills.
  • Basic computer skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a volunteer to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

  • required to utilize a computer to enter and retrieve information, and to communicate with staff and external customers;
  • use of telephone, copier, fax, and desktop computer other office equipment;
  • must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds;
  • may use a computer/video display terminal.

SCHEDULE
FLexible: Mondays - Saturdays

Volunteer schedules depend on individual dates and times available.

ADDITIONAL NOTES
Required documents must be uploaded with the volunteer application. Incomplete applications (missing required documents) will not be processed. 


Individuals 18 and older are subject to an investigative background check that may be used when considering volunteers.

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Families, Immigrants, Refugees or Ethnic Groups, Low-income communities, Visitors & Travelers, Other
Shelving/Cataloging/Sorting Book and Materials

Age Minimum (with Adult): 14+, Minimum Age:14+, Skills: Ability to take direction and follow instructions, Ability to Work Independently, Filing, Knowledge of Dewey Decimal system

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