Volunteer - Shepherdsville, KY

About the role

General library volunteer duties may range from cleaning library materials to maintaining the library facility, including landscaping. More specialized positions may be created based on the library's needs.

Responsibilities

• Children's Department Volunteer – assists with programs, craft preparation, and other needs of the Children Department at each branch location.
• Community Events Assistant Volunteer – helps with event registration, outreach booths, craft preparation, and support for library events.
• Special Events Volunteer – assists with set up and breakdown of seating for special events, assists with seating attendees, traffic coordination, serving light snacks, and other related activities.
• Special Events Buddy Volunteer – assists someone with a disability or other difficulties with attending special library events.
• Technical Services Volunteer – helps with processing incoming library materials and with filling requests from Library patrons for materials at other libraries.
• Teen Volunteer – assists with programs, craft preparation, planning teen events, and other needs of the Adult/Teen Services Department at each branch location.

Requirements

• All volunteers are required to complete an application form.
• The form identifies skills that the Library may use or skills the volunteer may wish to offer or develop, indicates the length of service that is anticipated, and the reasons for providing such service.
• All completed applications are kept confidential.
• The minimum age for volunteers is twelve. Volunteers under the age of twelve are permitted if there is constant adult supervision.
• Volunteers under the age of sixteen must submit a letter of permission from their parent or legal guardian.
• Family members of employees (who meet all qualifications) may volunteer for the Library.
• Former employees who wish to volunteer will need approval from the Administration.
• Individuals completing community service hours for a school or community organization are welcome at the Library.

Qualifications

Age: The minimum age for volunteers is twelve. Volunteers under the age of twelve are permitted if there is constant adult supervision. Relatives of employees (who meet all qualifications) may volunteer for the Library. Former employees who wish to volunteer will need approval from the Administration.

Skills

Volunteers are expected to have basic organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Volunteers receive no compensation but may earn community service hours, which can be beneficial for school or college applications.

Pay

No pay is offered for volunteer positions.

Schedule

Volunteer schedules vary based on the specific position and the needs of the library. Some positions may require evening or weekend availability.