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Library Circulation Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Saratoga Springs Public Library
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9 people are interested
CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE : Library Circulation Volunteer
DEPARTMENT : Library
STATUS : part-time, 2 hours weekly
JOB DESCRIPTION APPROVAL DATE : February 2, 2015 SALARY RANGE: Volunteer
SUPERVISOR: Library Clerks, if available
Library Director
GENERAL PURPOSE
The Library Circulation Volunteer, under the direction of the Library Director and Circulation Clerks, assists the Library by checking materials in and out (contingent upon successful training) assessing items for damage and answering patron questions.
SUPERVISION RECEIVEDLibrary Clerks
SUPERVISION EXERCISEDNone
SPECIFIC DUTIES- Attend several sessions of training provided by the Library at no charge to the volunteer regarding the use of Symphony ILS, the library’s software system. For most volunteers, this training is broken into four 2-hours training sessions.
- Performs general duties related to the circulation desk
- Greets patrons and assists with requests
- Initiates exchange of information required in the lending of library materials
- Checks in and checks out library materials
- Assists patrons with library computer use
- Assists patrons in locating books and materials
- Segregates books and other materials needing repairs.
Note: This description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum age requirement 16 years
- Minimum 1 year commitment
- Experience using Symphony ILS preferred but not required
- General knowledge of office equipment, including photo copier, telephone, facsimile, calculator, shredder, etc. preferred but not required
- Ability to handle confidential information in a sensitive manner
- Basic oral and written communication skills
- Basic customer service skills
- Give supervisor 24 hour notice if unable to meet volunteer commitment
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Successful candidates for the Library Circulation Volunteer position have the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in English at an 8 th grade level. Preference will be given to applicants with at least 6 months of experience in general library services and knowledge of Symphony.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Typically sit at a desk or table. Regularly walk, stand or stoop. Occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or move boxes weighing up to 30 pounds. Work for sustained periods of time maintaining attention to detail.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates should complete a Library Volunteer Application and submit to:
City of Saratoga Springs
Attention: Melissa Grygla
1307 N Commerce, Dr, Suite 200
Saratoga Springs, UT 84045
Volunteer Applications are available at: http://www.saratogaspringscity.com/library
Applications can be emailed to MGrygla@saratogaspringscity.com.
More opportunities with Saratoga Springs Public Library
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Saratoga Springs Public Library
Location:
1307 N Commerce Dr Suite 200, Saratoga Springs, UT 84045, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Saratoga Springs Library is to improve the quality of life for all citizens of our community by providing resources that enhance and contribute to individual knowledge, enlightenment, and enjoyment. We especially recognize our responsibility to serve as a place that creates a sense of community and fosters a love of learning and reading.
Description
The library currently features a children’s activities room with child-sized furniture, materials targeted to the community’s youth, and several story hours for patrons to attend. In order to maintain a safe environment, programming is currently limited to 20 children at a time. The current library has 1900 square feet and holds a collection of over 25,000 volumes.
Library services have been important to the community of Saratoga Springs. The library began as a volunteer effort and as a result of many people’s hard work; however, out of hundreds of volunteers, Sue Alexander was the real leader. She oversaw the opening of the children’s area in March 2011 and added adult and young adult materials in June 2011. After being appointed Library Director, Alexander worked tirelessly as a full-time volunteer at the Library for two and a half years overseeing almost 200 volunteers that donated over 12,000 hours to grow the Saratoga Springs Public Library to include 5,000 users and over 25,000 items in its collection.
Over the past several years the library has continued its growth and addressed many community needs. This growth includes offering merit badge classes, expanding literacy center services to provide tutoring in reading four days a week, and partnering with the Civic Events department to offer other community events such as parenting and art classes. In addition to these services, the Library has developed a partnership with New Haven Academy to provide a rotating collection of Young Adult materials. Our picture book collection has been revised into Picture Book City; as indicated on the survey sent to residents in 2013, this new format makes it easier for parents and children to locate materials based on subject or topic. Finally, with the support of our many volunteers, we have been able to provide additional story times. Originally the library provided two story times a week on Tuesday morning; currently we provide 6 story times, one weekly crafting session, and offer additional story times to groups who book a tour or class visit.
In the spring of 2014 the library received its Certification from the Utah State Library, which allows us to apply for grants provide by the State. Since we’ve received this certification we have become a partial member to the North Utah County Cooperative, which allows Saratoga Springs Library cardholders to access five of the surrounding libraries to check out materials at a reduced non-resident fee. It is the goal of the Library and Literacy Center to continue their growth and provide valuable services to the residents of Saratoga Springs.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1307 N Commerce Dr Suite 200Saratoga Springs, UT 84045
DATE POSTED
September 10, 2016
SKILLS
- Customer Service
- Office Reception
- Transactions
- Library Sciences
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- 1 Year
- Weekly 2 hour commitment.