The Riverside Libraries need you!

Can you serve a few hours per week to help out your local library?

Library volunteering offers a social experience, exercise, and a valuable chance to contribute!

Here are just some of the current volunteer positions:

• Adopt-A-Shelf Volunteer -Maintains order, accessibility, and appearance of assigned sections of shelving.
• Magazine Shelver/Refurbisher – Maintains the magazine collection in good condition and in good order.
• Circulation Support Volunteer – Responds to the needs of the Circulation section by providing support for back room projects and activities.
• Page Volunteer – Responsible for accurately shelving library materials and maintaining appearance of assigned sections of shelving.
• Gift Books Assistant – Assists in adding selected donations to the collection.
• Handouts Volunteer – Responsible for the appearance and timeliness of the branch handout area and bulletin board displays.
• Technology Volunteer – Helps customers use electronic equipment throughout the library.
• Children’s Department Assistant – Assist Children’s Librarian with story time and crafts.
• Craft Assistant for First Sundays – Between 1-5:00 p.m. help is needed at the craft tables.
• Homework Assistant/Peer Tutor – Helps students understand and organize their homework assignment. Assist students in learning how to use the library for homework.
• Reference Assistant – Assists the library by helping maintain reference materials and assist customers.
• Library Collection Support Assistant – Assists the Library with maintaining a current and useful collection.
• Technology Assistant – Assists patrons in the branch and computer lab with basic computer questions.
• Audio Visual Assistant – Supports audiovisual section of library.
• Home Delivery for Shut-ins – Each volunteer will be assigned to an individual who is unable to visit the library, who has registered for home-delivery service. The volunteer, in consultation with the patron, will select materials (books, audiobooks, music recordings) and arrange a delivery and pick-up schedule.
• Mender – Mends all materials; magazines, book spines, torn book covers, so that they can be used by the public.

If you are interested in volunteering or have questions, please contact Sue Struthers at (951) 826-5208 or sstruthers@riversideca.gov.