Florence Public Library / Library Director Volunteer Position
Description of duties
This position includes, but is not limited to the following duties:
* Interviewing, coordinating and managing library volunteers
* Assisting library customers in a friendly, positive and helpful
manner by:
* Being aware of library customers needs by being
attentive at the front desk, or delegating a volunteer to do so
* Answering questions-in person and by phone-about
* Locating specific library materials
* Using the public access terminals
* Using the library catalog terminal
* Answering questions about library check out
policies
* Assisting library customers with the copier or
printer
* Using the circulation software to check out library materials,
check in, renew, and resolve fees associated with patron's library card
* Following the procedures for opening and closing the library
* Monitoring library customer behavior so that others may enjoy a
quiet environment in which to read, study or use the public terminals
* Delegating the shelving of books and straightening shelves to
volunteers as needed
* Delegating the monitoring of office supplies
* Making change for overdue/damaged/lost fees, copies, or fax fees
* Able to find and order interlibrary loan materials
* Able to order library materials and supplies
* Serving your community and/or the public, experience with
children of all ages and having a love of reading and books is very
helpful.
Other duties:
* Process new library materials using automation software
(preparation for check out) A working knowledge of using a computer is
needed.
* Research library materials that have their status in question
* Be able to resolve library customer inquiries about overdue
fees, lost materials, or items they claim to have returned or did not
check out.
* Attend Library Board of Director meetings monthly
* Prepare circulation reports monthly
* Prepare reports as needed of financial status, circulation data,
yearly report and grant status to the Texas State Library & Archives
Commission.
* Work closely with Library Board of Directors to achieve the
Library's goals
Previous library experience will help you, but is not required.
Candidate will be fully trained by current Library Director. This
position is non-salaried, but a small supplement will be provided when
available.
Please respond to Kellie Gower, Florence Public Library,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] or 254-793-2672. Florence is in NW Williamson
County.
Thanks.
Laurie
Laurie Mahaffey, Deputy Director
Central Texas Library System, Inc.
1005 West 41st Street
Austin, Texas 78756
www.ctls.net
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
512-583-0704 x18
800-262-4431 x18
