High Impact Volunteer Position Descriptions
Leading-edge position descriptions that give volunteers the opportunity to put their skills and experience to work...
NOTE: These are examples from public libraries in California and should be reviewed and modified to ensure fit with local policies and culture.
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Program Facilitator-Leader
At the San Jose Public Library, this volunteer position facilitates or teaches a program (dance, arts & crafts, music, etc.) at the library. Responsibilities include: • Set up the program area • Develop teaching materials or curriculum for program • Provide instruction consistent with the program format • Return room to original condition • Communicate regularly with staff about scheduling and program • Assist with promotional efforts for the program
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2014 |
Reading Buddy - Rocklin Library
At the Rocklin Library, we have a Reading Buddies program where teens (14-17) read to children. We have the program once a week (Tuesdays, 4-5:00 PM), all year long. After about an hour training session and submission of County volunteer paperwork, the teens are qualified. We don’t have regular training sessions, it’s based solely on interest. When I get about three submissions from Volunteer Match, I schedule an orientation. The training consists of a review of the collection, sign-in procedures, and I prepare them to read by having participants read to me and the group.
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2015 |
Seed Library Volunteer - Oakland Public Library
Lays out qualifications, expectations and duties for volunteers who want to be involved in the Seed Library.
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2013 |
Social Media Specialist
This Social Media Specialist volunteer position has been successfully used by the California State Library.
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2015 |
Social Media Specialist Volunteer
This volunteer position description was graciously shared with us by the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration -- www.cvacert.org -- they have an active volunteer in this position.
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2015 |
Special Events Assistant - Huntington Beach
Volunteers help with hosting and set-up of various events at the Huntington Beach Library.
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2011 |
Storytime Performer - Huntington Beach
A fun position for someone who loves kids, and performing. Training provided by Children's Services staff.
Keywords: Children's Services
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2014 |
Teen Computer Corps Specialist
Teen Computer Corps is an innovative new program that connects computer savvy teenagers with senior patrons hoping to improve their basic computer skills.
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2012 |
Tour Scheduling Assistant - CA State Library
In preparation for the grand re-opening of its historic building, the state library is implementing a docent/tour guide program, and has designed this position to assist with the scheduling of those tours and volunteer docents.
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2013 |
Waiting Room Reader - San Mateo County
San Mateo County Library volunteers share the love of reading with families in six low-income medical clinics in San Mateo County
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2012 |