Volunteer in Youth Services
Youth Services Volunteer Policy
The Library welcomes the community in and around Redlands as their Volunteers. Volunteers will participate with staff to offer the best service
possible to our patrons. Due to Federal and State regulations regarding
Workman’s Compensation and Labor laws, we are only able to allow those
meeting the following guidelines to become volunteers in our Library:
- Volunteers must be able to make a commitment of at least one month so that the investment in training is realized
- Volunteers will not be used to do the work of current paid staff
- Library staff are not responsible for documenting hours of work
performed unless prior arrangements have been made - The City of Redlands requires that all City volunteers go through a criminal background check before starting
- Volunteers will dress according to the City’s dress code
Youth Services - Volunteers and Shelving Assistants
Volunteers will clean and shelve returned books; read shelves to maintain accurate book placement, and straighten books to keep shelves orderly. Physical stamina is required (stooping, standing, walking, and pushing carts). Additional skills include attention to detail; ability to use alphabetical and numerical filing systems; ability to interact pleasantly with staff and patrons; ability to follow written and oral instructions; and a service orientation.
A.K. Smiley Public Library hours are:
| Monday | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am – 9:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am – 9:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Sunday | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm |