Newspaper Special Project
ORGANIZATION: Johnson County Library
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Do you love history? We are looking for volunteers to help with a special local history project.
Volunteers are needed to go to the Johnson County Archives facility (19310 159th St, Olathe, KS 66062) to help us assess a digitalization project on two local newspapers which are no longer in print. Volunteers will be keeping track on a paper spreadsheet of which volumes we have, how many pages are in each issue, the size of the paper, and whether the newspaper is color or black & white. This could be a lengthy project based on the number of decades each publication was in print.
Volunteers would need to commit to a regular three hour weekly shift (Tuesday or Thursday 9AM-Noon or 1-4PM), do a volunteer interview, and undergo a short training.
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About Johnson County Library
Location:
8700 Shawnee Mission Pkwy, Merriam, KS 66202, US
Mission Statement
The purpose of the Johnson County Library is to provide access to information and promote life long learning and growth for all ages. Volunteers are vital to the daily operation of all 14 of our locations across Johnson County. You can volunteer in an ongoing position for 2-3 hours per week and a minimum 6 month commitment or you can sign up to join us for one time events as your schedule allows - join us!
Description
Our primary need includes materials management. Volunteers assist with pulling books that need to be transferred to other locations. In addition, they assist with sorting and shelving of materials. If you enjoy working with books, this is the job for you!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
19310 159th StreetOlathe, KS 66062
DATE POSTED
October 17, 2024
SKILLS
- Literacy / Reading
- Administrative Support
- Project Management
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 19
- Orientation or Training
- One 3 hour shift weekly for approximately 2-4 months