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Branch Volunteer- Special Events Aide Position Description


Position: Branch Volunteer- Special Events Aide

Hours vary based on event

Locations: Various library locations – Frostburg, Georges Creek, LaVale, South Cumberland, Washington Street and Westernport

Reporting Relationship: This Position reports to the Branch Service Leader

Summary:

Performs a variety of duties: you will be playing a direct role in creating a friendly, welcoming, and a fun environment for guests during special events. Special Event Hospitality Volunteers will provide on-site support to staff, supervisors, and fellow volunteers during community, outreach, and special events.

Essential Functions:

  • Assist staff with setup prior to event (may require set up of tables and chairs)
  • Greet and welcome guests and volunteers as they arrive
  • Assist each guest with signing in
  • Assist staff with various tasks throughout the event
  • Help with clean up at the close of the event

Standard Functions:

  • Is dependable and punctual;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt
  • Records volunteer hours
  • Maintains a positive, friendly and cooperative attitude
  • Upholds all library policies and procedures of the Allegany County Library System
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to complete repetitive tasks with complete accuracy;
  • Ability to work independently and dependably to complete routine tasks;

Minimum Qualifications

13 years of age with the ability to read, write and understand instructions.

Physical and Environmental Conditions of Work

Significant standing, walking, carrying, bending, reaching and handling, pushing and pulling. Requires physical agility and strength to bend, reach, lift, and carry (up to 25 lbs) over 60% of the time; and extensive use of a computer terminal. Ability to work with limited supervision. Ability to maintain composure in a work environment serving the public.

Allegany County Library Systems reserves the right to terminate the volunteering assignment at any time with or without cause or notice.