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Published 11/12/25 2:04PM

Shelf Reading Volunteer

Vernon Area Public Library District
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Lincolnshire, IL
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Shelf Reading Volunteer

    Perform a variety of tasks involved in the arrangement, order, upkeep and maintenance of shelved library materials.

    • 1 regularly scheduled day Monday - Friday
    • A minimum of once weekly - 2 hours a week
    • Between 9 am - 4 pm
    • Up to twice weekly is welcomed for those who are interested.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

    • Reading shelved items for accuracy.
    • General straightening and maintaining of shelved material and public areas.
    • Special projects as assigned.

    MUST BE:

    • at least 18 years of age.
    • able to make a minimum 6 month commitment.
    • able to stand, bend, lift, reach to 75 inches, stoop and crouch.
    • detail oriented and able to file accurately in alphabetical, numerical, and Dewey Decimal order.
    • able to understand and follow written and oral directions.

    Location

    On-site
    Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Rd, Lincolnshire, Illinois, US
    300 Olde Half Day Rd

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