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Circulation Aide
Time Commitment
2-4 hours, weekly
Purpose
The circulation aide is responsible for performing various tasks in support of the library's circulation function.
Benefits of Volunteering
- Chance to meet new people
- To work in pleasant surroundings
- To develop new skills
- Give something back to the community
- Share your talents
- Feel needed and valued
- Enhance your resume
- Satisfaction from accomplishment
Duties & Responsibilities
- Sorts, files, and shelves materials according to classification system
- Shelves reading and general pick-up
- Locates materials on hold and trace lists
- Assists in the emptying of the bookdrop
- Prepares materials for delivery, and unpacks delivery
- Helps with interlibrary loan
- Assists with preparation of materials for handouts: stamping, folding, and sorting
- Performs other duties as assigned or as necessary
Skills/Abilities/Qualifications Required
- Ability to interact with the public and library staff effectively
- Ability to work independently in carryng out assignments to completion
- Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions, learn assigned tasks readily and complete work in an accurate and timely manner
- Ability to work well with others in a public setting
- Prefer some knowledge of filing alphabetically and numerically
- Good communication skills
