The Durham Public Library uses volunteers to perform tasks not assigned to the staff and to enhance library service to the community. Volunteers generally provide support services to staff or work on special projects.
Volunteers are selected based on their qualifications and the needs of the library at any given time. Selection of volunteers is the responsibility of the Director. A prospective volunteer must complete an application form and be interviewed by the Director and / or the staff member who will be supervising the volunteer.
Volunteers will receive training in the assigned duties from a library staff member.
Volunteers work during the hours when adequate supervision is available. Schedules will be arranged by the volunteer and library supervisor.
