Mississippi Library - Unpaid Volunteer
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Mississippi Library - Unpaid VolunteerApply at Mississippi LibraryPosition DescriptionThis is an unpaid volunteer position. Interviews will take place as applications are received for those selected to move forward in the screening process based on current library needs.At this time, the Mississippi Library is only looking to fill volunteer positions for Technology Assistants and Reading Mentors.Reading Mentors (open to volunteers ages 15+)Technology Assistants (open to volunteers ages 15+)All roles require a minimum commitment of 3 months with typical shifts of 1-2 hours per week.Work LocationMississippi branch located at 410 Mississippi St NE, Fridley, MN 55432Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesThese examples are not all-inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of the primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Library Volunteer.Reading Mentor Duties:Meet with your assigned student at the library each week at the same day and time during after-school hours for the Reading Bridge season (fall, winter, summer)Lead a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grader in weekly 45-minute sessions including reading aloud to the student, having the student read aloud, playing games and doing activities designed to build literacy skills, choosing books to read together and checkout for reading at home, and setting goals for the week to come.Reading Mentors must complete an online training and a short in-person orientation at the library before mentoring.Technology Assistant Duties:Assist patrons with using the printer, making copies, and scanning documents to their email.Help patrons browse the internet.Guide patrons in navigating websites and filling out online forms.Help patrons with digital tools like setting up an email account, using the library's online catalog to place holds on items, downloading and using the library's eBooks app, etc.Qualifications and Requirements:Successfully pass a criminal and driver's license background check.Selection ProcessIt is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.Pre-employment RequirementsAnoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought.About Anoka CountyAs the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner.Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity EmploymentAnoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification.If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-###-#### and reference the posting title and number.#J-18808-Ljbffr