Opportunities From: Kings United Way

DESCRIPTION "Staff" a Veterans Resource Station in the library for a minimum of one 2-hour shift per week to meet with veterans and/or family members. Serve as expert listener and initial problem solver. Help each veteran or veteran family member complete the My CalVet online form at www.calvet.ca.gov, or complete the print version of the "Veterans Reintegration Form." Either of these forms enters the individual into CalVet’s database and helps identify the benefits and services they need and for which they may be eligible. Once in the system, CalVet or a designated representative will make contact with the veteran. Guide the veteran toward those benefits that are likely to enhance their particular situation- and, using the California Veteran’s Resource Book, provide contact information for the County Veterans Service Office in their county - of residence, so they can make an appointment. Also, provide a checklist of the basic documents the veteran should take to their appointment in order to expedite their access to services. If, during the conversation, additional service needs are identified, provide contact information to other library or community services. If a veteran is in a crisis, refer to the list of emergency service numbers provided. Maintain data on number of veterans/family members served, types of questions asked, referrals made, and issues/topic areas needed but not covered in the library’s collection. Required Skills:Interest in helping and serving veterans and their families; patience, empathy and good listening and interpersonal skills; familiarity with military life, veterans’ issues, reintegration challenges, or willingness to learn; ability to maintain confidentiality and respect personal boundaries; basic computer and Internet skills required; smart phone experience helpful A one-day training will be provided by CalVet about veterans benefits and services, veteran reintegration challenges, listening and problem-solving skills, as well as meaningful information and referral techniques. The library will provide a tour of the facility and the Veterans Resource Station and its contents. All volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation before beginning volunteering at the library

Volunteer orientations occur at Hanford Library in April & August.

Volunteer applications will be kept on file for six (6) months.

REQUIREMENTS Orientation or Training Other Requirements: After initial one day training, volunteer will be trained as needed TIME COMMITMENT

Minimum six months, one two hour shift a week

SKILLS

Basic Computer Skills , Cross-cultural Communication , Verbal / Written Communication

DESCRIPTION

Seeking self-starter, tech-savvy professional who desires using his/her knowledge and talent to benefit the whole community. We need your project management skills to guide our library-wide Technology Initiative team to evaluate our current technology capacities, identify needs and solutions, develop a technology plan, and initiate the implementation of the plan. This initiative will assist us to expand library access and patron self-sufficiency, will increase patron use of technology, and will support the library's role as the community hub for information and learning technology. One year commitment but flexible in how we design your role.

All volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation before beginning volunteering at the library

Volunteer orientations occur at Hanford Library in April & August.

Volunteer applications will be kept on file for six (6) months.

SKILLS

Organization , Basic Computer Skills , Program Management

DESCRIPTION Will post online donated and withdrawn materials for sales through the library’s Amazon.com account. Responsible for sorting through donated items to see if they are worth posting for sale. Will update Excel spreadsheet to track sales and profits made through the online account. If needed, will train other volunteers in the selection and listing of items to be posted for sale Training provided as needed Must be able to lift heavy boxes, walk up and down stairs, work in front of computer for long periods of time, good record keeping/clerical skills, ability to estimate value of items in various conditions, experience working with online finances. All volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation before beginning volunteering at the library

Volunteer orientations occur at Hanford Library in April & August.

Volunteer applications will be kept on file for six (6) months.

REQUIREMENTS Other Requirements: Individuals who have experience listing items for sale on eBay, Amazon, and/or Craigslist. TIME COMMITMENT

Minimum six months, three days a week

SKILLS

E-commerce , Financial Literacy

DESCRIPTION Instruct library patrons on how to use a computer Assist patrons with learning how to access the Internet, set up an e-mail account, format a word document, use the library catalog and online resources Ability to instruct clearly in basic computer use, using the simplest, non-technical language Ability to work congenially with staff, patrons and other volunteers Ability to exercise patience and understanding in working with both beginners and intermediate computer users and all age groups Ability to speak and understand Spanish desirable All volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation before beginning volunteering at the library

Volunteer orientations occur at Hanford Library in April & August.

Volunteer applications will be kept on file for six (6) months.

REQUIREMENTS Other Requirements: Training as needed on library equipment, electronic resources, policies and procedures. TIME COMMITMENT

Minimum of six months, three days a week

SKILLS

Customer Service , Basic Computer Skills

DESCRIPTION

Clean toys in library’s children’s room thoroughly and regularly to prevent the spread of germs by washing and disinfecting toys.

The volunteer will need to be able to take direction and work independently, have very good organizational skills, be good at multitasking, have a flexible schedule, and be punctual.

All volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation prior to begining volunteering at the library.

Volunteer orientations occur at Hanford Library in April & August.

Volunteer applications will be kept on file for six (6) months.

TIME COMMITMENT

1 hour 2x a week or 2 hours 1x a week

SKILLS

Housekeeping , People Skills

AGE REQUIREMENTS

16

DESCRIPTION Mend books that need minor repair. Includes use of tape or glue to be able to return them to circulation Maintain inventory of mending supplies and notify library staff promptly when additional supplies need to be ordered Refer any items beyond repair to a library staff for a decision to withdraw from system and/or replace

Job Requirements:

Must be dependable Must be able to tolerate dust, mold, glues, and other chemicals associated with the task Must be neat and detail oriented Must work well with library staff Have good small motor skills & eyesight All volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation before beginning volunteering at the library

Volunteer orientations occur at Hanford Library in April & August.

Volunteer applications will be kept on file for six (6) months.

 

DESCRIPTION

Do you like History? If you do-- than the Kings County Library is looking for you!

The Hanford branch has a local history room. A Local History Coordinator is needed to help assist staff with the use of the room and its materials. Duties may include retrieving historical documents/photos, organizing new materials or assisting patrons in the use of the room. The ideal candidate must have good customer service skills; a background/love of local history and computer skills.

This position will allow the volunteer to work with library staff, other volunteers and really cool historical items!

All volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation before beginning volunteering at the library

Volunteer orientations occur at Hanford Library in April & August.

Volunteer applications will be kept on file for six (6) months.

SKILLS

Inventory Management , Photography , Exhibition Arts , Public Relations , Office Management

DESCRIPTION

This work involves checking the Library shelves for accurate placement of books and other materials. You need to have a good command of the English language, the alphabet, and the sequencing of numbers using decimals to place items in correct Dewey Decimal order. You are responsible for keeping shelves neat by aligning books with front edge of shelf whenever possible, shifting books when necessary to make them evenly distributed on designated shelves and tightening the book ends.

* Go to the assigned area and make sure the items are in correct order by reading the call number on the spine (or front cover) of each item
* Rearrange items as necessary

* If a large number are out of order, notify library staff.

Required Skills: Detail oriented, pleasant and courteous, dependable, be able to stand and squat repeatedly, experience using a foot stool, attention to detail, work well independently, able to use alphabetical and numerical filing systems, able to follow written and oral instructions, able to work independently following training, able to keep track of time worked by signing in and out, able to interact well with staff, able to concentrate and pay attention to details.

All volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation before beginning volunteering at the library

Volunteer orientations occur at Hanford Library in April & August.

Volunteer applications will be kept on file for six (6) months.

REQUIREMENTS Other Requirements: Training as needed

TIME COMMITMENT

Minimum six months, one or two hours a week

SKILLS

Organization

Dedicated to promoting children’s library services Volunteer reader at bi-weekly story times Prepare materials for planned craft activities, story times, and special events Set up holiday displays, book displays, and the Children’s Room Christmas tree Host class visits, story times, and tours in the Children’s Room Assist staff with family programming such as the Summer Reading Program, Winter Open House and other library outreach activities Help to administer the Summer Reading Program: donations, activities, prizes Attend monthly BookBuddies meeting (last Monday of each month at 11am)

Most BookBuddies attend a monthly meeting at 11 a.m. on the last Monday of each month in the library meeting room, and read one to two times every month at our story times, Wednesdays at 3 p.m. and Thursdays at 10 a.m. They also volunteer their time at special children’s events throughout the year.

Former and current teachers and librarians are encouraged to apply.

All volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation before beginning volunteering at the library

Volunteer orientations occur at Hanford Library in April & August.

Volunteer applications will be kept on file for six (6) months.

REQUIREMENTS

Orientation or Training

Other Requirements: Training given by current BookBuddies before beginning to volunteer.

TIME COMMITMENT

Minimum six months, one - two reading days a month

SKILLS

Acting , Dance , Singing , Reading / Writing

Reviews volunteer application forms and, in consultation with staff, determines probable placement. Oversees volunteer records and statistics.

Volunteer applications will be kept on file for six (6) months.

REQUIREMENTS

Other Requirements: This position is mainly based at the Hanford Branch library. TIME COMMITMENT

Minimum six months

SKILLS

Organization , Public Relations , Community Outreach , People Skills , Relationship Building , Verbal / Written Communication

DESCRIPTION

The Kings County Library in partnership with the Friends of the Library is looking for a book loving, people pleasing, community minded person to volunteer as our Book Sale Coordinator.

If libraries are your favorite place, you’ll be able to hang out at the library all day, with the fulfillment of knowing that you are helping The Friends of the Library coordinate the Annual Book Sales to benefit the Kings County Library Summer Reading Program and Special Library Projects.

The Book Sales are a time honored community event that allows our public to step into new worlds through literature, reach their aspirations through books that teach and inspire, or discover new writers that entertain and enlighten.

You’ll have the opportunity to work with library staff, Friends of the Library, and other volunteers. The Coordinator will be required to work in all aspects of the Book Sale, including cashiering, receiving/sorting book donations, and event set-up, and sales assistance. We are looking for a person with exceptional customer service and communication skills.

All volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation before beginning volunteering at the library

Volunteer orientations occur at Hanford Library in April & August.

Volunteer applications will be kept on file for six (6) months

SKILLS

Inventory Management , Office Management , Customer Acquisition , Public Relations , Sales Process , Sales Coaching & Training

 

DESCRIPTION Will post online donated and withdrawn materials for sales through the library’s Amazon.com account. Responsible for sorting through donated items to see if they are worth posting for sale. Will update Excel spreadsheet to track sales and profits made through the online account. If needed, will train other volunteers in the selection and listing of items to be posted for sale Training provided as needed Must be able to lift heavy boxes, walk up and down stairs, work in front of computer for long periods of time, good record keeping/clerical skills, ability to estimate value of items in various conditions, experience working with online finances. All volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation before beginning volunteering at the library

Volunteer orientations occur at Hanford Library in April & August.

Volunteer applications will be kept on file for six (6) months.

REQUIREMENTS

Other Requirements: Individuals who have experience listing items for sale on eBay, Amazon, and/or Craigslist.  TIME COMMITMENT

Minimum six months, three days a week

SKILLS

E-commerce , Financial Literacy