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Volunteer Policy

The Berthoud Community Library District (BCLD) welcomes community volunteers as needed.
Volunteers have been a vital part of BCLD’s operation since its founding and remain a valued
resource. BCLD will abide by all local, state, and federal laws regarding recruiting and utilizing
volunteers. Volunteers shall not be paid, but volunteers are eligible to apply for open positions
should they arise.

Adult Volunteers

  • BCLD utilizes its volunteers to enhance public service to the community. Volunteers work on tasks and special projects.

  • Volunteers are selected based on their qualifications and the needs of BCLD at any given time. Persons interested in volunteering are required to fill out a volunteer application.

  • Volunteers will be given a job description that outlines qualifications, duties, and training requirements. Volunteers are expected to take direction from the staff member who is responsible for their work. Volunteers may be removed by that staff member. Identification badges are provided and should be worn by all volunteers.

  • Work schedules and specific time commitments are arranged individually by each volunteer and their supervising staff member. Volunteers who cannot meet a scheduled work assignment should inform their supervising staff member in advance.

  • Adults must consent to a background check as a condition for becoming a volunteer.

Special Volunteer Initiatives

BCLD may accept Berthoud area residents for court assigned community service based on the needs of BCLD at any given time. Applicants are screened by BCLD staff and assigned to various tasks based upon their skills and library needs. Training, supervision, and scheduling follow the policies stated above.

What volunteers can expect from BCLD:

  • An interview to ensure best placement

  • Equitable treatment

  • A written job description

  • Orientation and training

  • Support and supervision

  • Safe, healthy working conditions

  • Respect for volunteer contributions

Adopted 5/10
Revised 7/13/16
Revised 10/14/2020
Revised 5/11/2022
Revised 3/8/2023

Court assigned community service.

Teen Volunteers.

BCLD accepts youth volunteers aged 12 and up to help with the summer reading initiative, events during the school year, and other projects. Younger volunteers will be accepted at the discretion of the Youth Services Librarian. Applicants are screened by the Youth Services Librarian. For more details, see separate Teen Volunteer application.

What BCLD expects from volunteers:

  • Honesty about goals, skills, limitations and motivations

  • Support of library policies as well as all local, state, and federal regulations; and cooperation with staff

  • Recognition of BCLD’s need to screen, reassign, or remove volunteers when necessary

  • A flexible and open-minded attitude

  • A commitment to maintain confidentiality of any information about library users – see Privacy Policy for details

  • Reasonable notice of resignation

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