Social Media and Online Content Assistant Volunteer

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Position Overview & Impact:

The Sutro Library has the largest genealogy collection West of Salt Lake City and yet this remains a mystery to most Californians. Use of social media can help us tell a compelling story and share our genealogical resources digitally.

Responsibilities:

Research potential social media posts that relate to local and family history

Identify items/images suitable for social media posting

Ask questions when in doubt.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of genealogy and family history

Detail oriented

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to work independently

Effective communication skills both written and verbal

Familiarity with the MS Office Suite and presentation/projection tools and social media platforms

Ability to move fully-laden book carts and carry up to 50 pounds

***Allergy alert! Volunteers with sensitivity to dust should avoid this position

Desired Qualifications:

Interest in social media, photography.

Experience working with their hands

Training provided:

Successful applicants will be trained in basic aspects of care and handling of archival materials. This includes how to safely handle materials when photographing them. Time will be spent explaining how to use the CSL catalog and other library bibliographic tools.

All tools necessary to perform the work will be provided to the Volunteer. Tools will remain the property of the Sutro Library.