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Position Overview and Impact:

Do you love your Library and enjoy talking to people? An Outreach Representa- tive will learn about, plan and attend community events. These events play a vital role in spreading awareness of free Library services offered to the residents of Pasco County, with hopes of making a positive difference in their lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist staff with Outreach events such as street festivals, fairs and commu- nity events by manning booths/tables that positively represent the Library

• Help staff set-up and tear down event tables after community events

• Stay up to date on the variety of programs and services the Library has to offer to be able to correctly answer questions from the public

Qualifications:

• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time

• Ability to lift boxes of flyers and promotional items, tables and/or portable tents to set up booths at community events

• Must be dependable, arrive on time and dress accordingly

• Have a friendly and outgoing personality

Training and support provided:

• Training, orientation and mentoring will be provided

Time Commitment:

• Depending upon the event, 2 hours weekly for planning

• Generally two (2) to four (4) hour shifts, but varies for each event

Benefits of Volunteering:

• Learn about library services

• Help people that need you

• Meet new people and make new friends

• Support literacy and life-long learning