City of Marion

JOB INFORMATION

Department: Marion Public Library

Bargaining Unit: Volunteer

Reports to Position: Patron Services Manager

Pay Grade: N/A

Location: Marion Public Library

FLSA Classification: N/A

 

JOB SUMMARY

This is a volunteer position at the Marion Public Library. Volunteers are needed to help with several core functions of the library under the direction and supervision of the Patron Services Manager.

 

Volunteers are needed in the following areas of the library:

Holds Processing

Library Greeters

Makerspace/Art Studio

Bookstore

Checking In and Shelving

Cleaning and Sanitizing

Communication Aide

Clerical Assistant

Vegetation Care

 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    

Holds Processing Volunteer

Checking in and Shelving Volunteer

Library Greeting Volunteer

Cleaning and Sanitizing Volunteer

Makerspace and Art Studio Volunteer

Clerical Assistant Volunteer

Communication Aide Volunteer

Vegetation Care Volunteer

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to sit, bend, stoop, reach, stand, push, pull as required

Physical agility, strength, and dexterity necessary for handling library materials up to 35 pounds

Dexterity to use basic technology equipment, including a keyboard, mouse, and touchpad

Interpersonal skills and cognitive flexibility to interface with a variety of internal and external customers in diverse, sometimes high-stress, situations

Executive functioning skills appropriate for a busy, fast-paced environment

Works in an office environment

May be required to work some overtime upon demand of workload

The Marion Public Library is a busy, customer focused library with a high level of use by patrons of all ages. Patrons have high expectations regarding the quality and efficiency of library service

 

POTENTIAL BACKGROUND CHECKS INCLUDE:

        Sex Offender Registry

        Criminal Background Check

        Drug Screening

        Driving Record

       Pre-Employment Physical