Adult Volunteers

Eligibility

• Over 18 years of age
• Familiar with alphabetizing
• Able to follow directions
• Able to physically move books from cart to shelf
• Be punctual based on the schedule set up with the volunteer coordinator
• Must be willing to abide by all Library and City of Bentonville rules and policies
• Please consider carefully whether this time commitment will fit your schedule, we will depend on you
• Court-ordered community service not applicable

Benefits

• Satisfaction from giving support to the community and promoting literacy
• Spend a few hours volunteering in a positive environment
• Keep the Library an attractive and enjoyable place to visit in Benton County
• Develop additional communication and interpersonal skills

Volunteer Duties

• Shelving books, DVDs, CDs and other Library items
• Maintaining shelf order
• Review books for damage
• Book repair, which includes spine repair, rebinding and taping
• Straighten and dust book shelves
• Assist with craft projects when needed
• Resurfacing/cleaning DVDs
• Special projects when required

How to Apply

Please complete the online volunteer application.  Or, applications are available at the Bentonville Library.  Upon receipt of a complete application, library staff will contact you to discuss volunteer opportunities and schedule an appointment.  All adult volunteer applicants over 18 years of age are subject to a background check.

Volunteer Coordinator

Robin Mitchell is the Coordinator for the Adult Volunteer Program at Bentonville Public Library.  Please contact her via email rmitchell@bentonvillear.com or telephone 479-418-8655.