Volunteer Coordinator

Location Name: East Lake Community Library

County: Pinellas

Region: Central Florida

Address: 4125 East Lake Road SouthCity: Palm HarborZipcode: 34685

ALA accredited Masters required: No

DEFINITION This paraprofessional position involves coordinating all on-site and off-site library volunteer activities. An employee in this category exercises considerable judgment and discretion in performing advanced library duties. Employee will also be responsible for assisting in library programming. Continuous public contact requires the exercise of considerable patience, tact and diplomacy. Work is performed under the supervision of the Assistant Director and is reviewed through conference, personal observation of performance and inspection by the supervisor.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES Recruits and trains new volunteers. Schedules and maintains a list of volunteers for various tasks. Receives complaints and takes steps to see that they are addressed. Organizes and schedules meetings and events; prepares agendas and other information for meetings. Prepares statistical and other required reports. Work with all library Dept. Heads to understand and assist Department needs. Review and evaluate effectiveness of each volunteer. Attend staff meetings as needed. Maintain a Volunteer Handbook. Perform other duties as required, including shifts on the Circulation Desk

Education/Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience:  High school diploma or GED required and two (2) years of library experience preferred. Computer experience is required.

Must be able to stand/walk during shift for approximately 3 hours, as well as easily lift 10 pounds and push/pull book/equipment cart.

Knowledge and Abilities:

·       Knowledge of office and library practices and procedures, equipment and supplies.

·       Ability to compile data, and write clear and comprehensive reports.

·       Ability to establish and maintain effective relations with volunteers, employees and the general public.

·       Ability to use discretion in handling confidential information.

·       Ability to perform work independently and with a minimum of supervision.

·       Ability to follow complex verbal and written instructions.

·       Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Multilingual Skills Required: No

Contact Person: Lois Eannel

Contact Email: [email protected]

Contact Phone: 7277732665

How to Apply / Instructions:

Please send a 1-2 page resume outlining your work experience with volunteers and any library experiences you have. Also include educational background and other qualifications. Send the resume to [email protected]. The most qualified candidates will be sent an employment application and request for an interview.