Volunteer Policy and Procedure

ACLS welcomes and appreciates individuals who would like to volunteer their time to assist the library fulfill its mission.

Eligibility and Application Process:

• Anyone who is interested in volunteering at ACLS must complete a volunteer application.
• All Volunteer applications must be submitted to Human Resources for consideration
• Human Resources will work with The Coordinator of Branch Services and the Service Leader to determine the need and requirements of the volunteer
• The length of time the volunteer may assist the library will be at the discretion of the Service Leader.
• The minimum age requirement is 13 years of age.
• Service Leaders will interview participants to determine if they are able to perform the tasks safely and successfully.
• Currently employee of ACLS may not volunteer
• Human Resources will perform a Judiciary Search on the candidate
• ACLS reserves the right to terminate the volunteering assignment at any time with or without cause or notice.
• Unless pre approved by Human Resources volunteers are not allowed in patron records.

Approved Volunteers:

• If the volunteer is approved, Human Resources will notify the Service Leader and ask them to contact the volunteer to set up a start date and schedule.
• On their first day of volunteering the volunteer will:
  • Be given the job description and The Volunteer Handbook
    • A Signature will be required for both documents to proceed
  • The signs documents will be sent to HR
• The Service Leader will give the volunteer a tour of the building and introduce them to all the staff.
• The Service Leader will meet and discuss with the volunteer their expectations while volunteering for ACLS
• Be given a volunteer badge to be worn at all times while on ACLS property
• The volunteer will be given the shelving guide and quiz before they are permitted to shelve.

This policy will also serve as the policy for internships and other various partnerships.

You can read the complete document here on our website. If you’d like a printable PDF copy for your convenience, please contact us and we’ll be happy to provide one.