Employment

Thank you for your interest in working at Camrose Public Library!

We are currently looking for a Shelf Reader Volunteer. Details are below.

Shelf Reader Volunteer

Position overview and impact:
Shelf reading is one of the most important jobs that enable the library to run smoothly and efficiently. It is important for all library materials to be in order, neat and organized for staff and patrons to find and locate items on the shelf.

Key Responsibilities:

• Systematically ensuring that the books on the shelves are in correct alphabetical or numerical order.
• Facing and organizing books on the shelves
• Scanning for damaged or lost books.

Qualification:

• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills

Training and Support:

• Staff will give an orientation, including the Camrose Public Library’s policies as well as relevant resources and procedures.
• The library will provide ongoing support and access to staff assistance as needed for problem solving.

Time commitment:
1 to 4 hrs per week

Length of commitment:
6 months

Benefits of Volunteering:

• Chance to meet people and help others
• Make a difference in the library
• Learn about the workings of a library and the opportunity to develop working relationships with library staff.
• The library staff would be happy to write letters of recommendation for exceptional volunteer service.

Requirements:
All volunteers are required to submit a volunteer application. After receiving your application, there will be a volunteer orientation. If your application is successful, a criminal record and vulnerable persons check will be required.