Public Library Volunteer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Role This is a seasonal position which is on-call or as needed not to exceed 1040 hours per fiscal year This is a multi-location position that will be assigned to various library locations throughout the County and will require travel between the sites. Depending on operational needs and travel requirements, the use of a county vehicle may be provided for qualified drivers. Under minimal supervision, plans, administers, directs, and coordinates library activities, programs, volunteers, and services to patrons.

Major Duties, Responsibilities Assists and instructs patrons in locating library materials and information resources. Answers reference questions, places holds or requests inter-library loan materials on behalf of patrons. Performs circulation tasks including, but not limited to, registering new library cards, circulating library materials, filling holds, shelving, shelf-reading, weeding, and withdrawing library materials.

Establishes programming for the library including, but not limited to, creating, planning, advertising, and executing for multiple audience types and levels. Assists walk-in patrons with other library needs. Creates circulation and cataloging reports as necessary.

Interacts with Yavapai Library Network (YLN) staff to resolve cataloging issues related to the processing of library materials. Interacts with YLN member libraries' staff to resolve issues related to the circulation of library materials. Works with supervisor and the Yavapai County Librarian to develop and manage library collections based on collection needs, public demand, and YLN policies.

Works with supervisor to recruit, train, and manage library volunteers. Where applicable, acts as liaison to organizations associated with the library and the local community. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of relevant library, clerical, or customer service experience. Additional Requirements: Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.

Other Skills Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: Dewey Decimal Classification system. Reference materials and tools of research. Computer technologies, library databases, and software.

Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition. Clerical office practices and procedures. Research techniques and report writing.

Current Microsoft Office software. Filing and recordkeeping. Skill in: Customer service.

Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public. Organization and adherence to detail.

Ability to: Utilize and help patrons with technology as well as learn new technologies. Effectively plan, organize, and meet required time deadlines. Oversee the work of volunteers in a courteous and businesslike manner.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public. Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department. Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.

Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always. Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy. Work Environment: The work environment is associated with an office and public library.

The work area is adequately lighted, heated or cooled and ventilated. Physical Requirements: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically.

Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds. Additional Job Information: FLSA: Non-Exempt Grade: 7 Classification: Classified Safety Sensitive: No.