Purpose: The Volunteer Check-In at Village of Marwayne Library Board assists the Library Manager by checking-in returned books and other materials.

Location: The Volunteer Check-In will work at Village of Marwayne Library Board.

Key Responsibilities:

The Volunteer Check-In:

• Checks the book drop regularly for returned materials checks items in and then returns them to the shelving cart.
• Re-shelves returned books and other materials in the correct Dewey Decimal order in the event that the Library Manager or Library Clerk is unavailable.
• Brings items from the shelves that are in poor condition to the Library Manager for possible weeding.
• Answers patrons' directional questions. Refers patrons to other library staff members for other assistance.

Reports to: Library Manager

Length of Appointment: The Volunteer Check-in will serve throughout the year, primarily in the mornings from Monday to Friday.

Time Commitment: The Volunteer Check-in will provide up to 20 hours a month from September to June. Hours may be reduced during the months of July and August.

Qualifications: No previous library experience required. Customer service experience and knowledge of the Dewey Decimal system is an asset.

Support Provided: A one-hour orientation to the layout and structure of the library, and the process of shelving, will be scheduled at the convenience of the Volunteer Check-in. The volunteer check-in will always be in the library with another library employee who will be able to answer any patron questions the Volunteer check-in cannot answer. The Library Manager is available on an ongoing basis to answer questions and provide other assistance as needed.