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Opportunity Details

Evening Library Aide at Central - Circulation Services (15+)


SUMMARY:

Library Aides/Junior Pages 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.   Other tasks may include: filing, emptying book bins, and labelling materials.

The job demands a commitment to orderliness.  Volunteers should be detailed-oriented, highly organized, and possess good interpersonal skills (i.e. ability to work with and get along with others).  

SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • 15 years old and up
  • Available in the evenings 
  • Minimum of ten hours per week 
  • Good time management skills
  • Dependable and organized
  • Basic knowledge of Dewey Decimal system preferred (click to learn more)
  • Some experience as a library aide or page preferred but not required

SCHEDULE:
Monday - Thursday: 4pm - 8pm 

* Volunteer schedules depend on individual dates and times available
 

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.
 

ADDITIONAL NOTES:  

This is an in-person project.  The application process may take a minimum of thirty (30) or more days to fully complete depending on the volume of candidates at any time.  Your patience during this period is appreciated.    

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

Age Minimum (with Adult): 15+, Minimum Age:15+

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Volunteers needed through 6/30/2027
Jamaica, NY, 11432

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