Volunteer @ Calvert Library

Circulation Support

Branch:  All locations 

 Age: 16+ 

 Schedule: 2 hours weekly   

 Overview: Our Circulation Support Volunteers assist librarians in getting materials to customers in a timely and accurate manner. 

Responsibilities may include:

  • REPORTS – Locate materials on reports 
  • PICKLIST — Locate materials in the library for customers based on a list of requested items 
  • DELIVERY — Unpack and check in boxes of library materials. Sort to appropriate delivery bin. 
  • Use a computer login to scan each item 
  • Closely follow the directions for each item shown on the computer screen 
  • Sort items onto carts or into delivery boxes 
  • Interfile new “Holds” on the Hold Shelves in the public area 

Preferred Skills: 

  • Confidence in basic computer use 
  • Ability to arrange items in alphabetical and numerical order  
  • Ability to push, bend, stretch and lift  
  • Ability to follow instructions accurately  
  • Ability to work independently  

Required Training: 

Ready to Volunteer?

Just complete and bring in to the branch of your choice:

Volunteer application

Other documents:

Volunteer Reference Form

Calvert Library is happy to welcome you to our organization.