What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Volunteers position at City of Oceanside?
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LIBRARY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
THE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
Volunteer
The City's Volunteer program is designed to coordinate and manage citywide volunteer efforts which support existing City services provided to the community. The program addresses community service needs, while placing special emphasis on the City's priorities.
The City's Volunteer program is designed to coordinate and manage citywide volunteer efforts which support existing City services provided to the community. The program addresses community service needs, while placing special emphasis on the City's priorities.
The City's volunteer program will utilize the skills and talents of volunteers in assisting staff as a team. Volunteers will be able to supplement existing services, and at the same time encourage civic pride and community involvement by helping their community.
These are unpaid volunteer opportunities.
No compensation or benefits are received.
Opportunities
The Oceanside Public Library offers a wide range of services to our community. Here are a few areas in which we are seeking Adult Volunteers.
- Adult Literacy and ESL Tutor
- Book Sorting
- Bookstore
- Branch Services
- Collections Management Assistant
- Farmers Market
- Friends Courier
- Friends Special Events
- Library Administration
- Online Book Sales
- Program Assistant
- Support Services
- Technology Specialist
- Youth Collection Assistant
Under the Age of 18? No problem, we have opportunities within our Teen Partners program for teens between the ages of 14-18. Teen Partners is a great way for teens to gain work experience, earn community service credits, or just help out as needed in library programs.
Volunteer Requirements
Volunteers must be at least 14 years of age. The city will not accept court ordered volunteer services. Adult volunteer positions require a minimum of 6 months commitment.
Volunteer Application Process
All potential volunteers are to complete a Volunteer Application. Applications must be submitted online. Paper applications will no longer be accepted.
Screening Candidates
All potential volunteers must go through the City's screening process to ensure their potential suitability for the volunteer position.
Each potential volunteer will have an interview with the department in which he or she is considering on an as needed basis.
Volunteer positions will require additional methods of screening, such as fingerprinting and background checks.
Volunteers represent the City of Oceanside and must abide by City policy regarding a drug-free and harassment-free work environment.