Opportunity Details
(PRIVATE) Library Aide at Elmhurst (QPL)
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
- 16 years old and up
- Minimum of ten hours per week
- Minors must upload valid parental/guardian consent & NYS working papers.
- 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
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.
TIMES OF DAY VOLUNTEER NEEDED:
Sunday:
Monday: 10am-5pm
Tuesday: 10am-5pm
Wednesday: 10am-5pm
Thursday: 12pm-7pm
Friday: 10am-5pm
Saturday:10a-6pm
PREFERRED LANGUAGE
English, Spanish, Chinese
ADDITIONAL NOTES
This is an in-person project. Individuals, 18 and older are subject to an investigative background check that may be used when considering volunteers.
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Civic & Community
Families, Homeless, Immigrants, Refugees or Ethnic Groups, Low-income communities, Visitors & Travelers
Shelving/Cataloging/Sorting Book and Materials
Age Minimum (with Adult): 16+, Minimum Age:16+
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