Albina Library: Greeter (age 18+)
Serve as a knowledgeable resource and friendly, welcoming face for library visitors. Volunteers will answer directional questions and offer them basic information about library services.
Time commitment: 2-4 hours weekly for a minimum of three months
Available shifts
Sundays, 12:00 - 2:00 pm
Age requirement: 18+
Tasks & Responsibilities
- Welcome patrons as they approach the desk
- Answer directional questions and share basic information about the library
- Point out the Book Drop
- Defer questions about checking out materials, reader services and library accounts to staff
Skills & Qualifications
- Be able to interact with the public
- Skilled at interacting with a wide range of customers of diverse ages/backgrounds
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Responsible, punctual and able to commit to a weekly schedule
Benefits
- Get to know the inner workings of the library
- Get hands-on library experience
- Be a part of Multnomah County Library’s mission: Empowering our community to learn and create
Training
- Task-specific training provided at the library
