Volunteer Staff Aide: RFID Assistant

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RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) is an inventory control system that relies on a radio signal, rather than barcode scanning for the checking out and returning of materials. The Denver Public Library will be converting to RFID throughout 2009. Conversion entails the placement of an RFID tag on/in each item in the collection. Tagging is a simple 2-step process in which a volunteer or staff member scans the existing barcode using a barcode scanner, this programs the tag with the unique item number from the barcode. The staff member or volunteer then places the RFID tag on or in the item.

General Statement of Duties
Assists staff members with:

• Gathering Central or branch library books
• Inventory Tagging of Central or branch library book returns
• Inventory Tagging of Central or branch library books in stacks
• Labeling Central or branch library books

Promotes a positive public image of the Denver Public Library through all contacts with library staff, volunteers and customers.

Qualifications
Basic clerical skills, basic computer skills, willingness to help and to learn new skills, openness to new ideas and experiences.

Has the ability to work quickly, and to perform repetitive tasks.

Has the ability to demonstrate teamwork, as teams of 2-3 will work together during any given shift.

Volunteers need to be flexible as the schedule may be adjusted when necessary. 

Time Frame
Project will be performed during regular Central Library hours, or on days branch library is closed to the public. Work hours vary by library location, and consist of 1-8 hour shifts between the hours of 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. depending on the branch schedule.

Contracts for at least 1 individual month of service, or for 1 group project.

Supervisor
RFID Coordinator, Volunteer Supervisor, Circulation Clerk or other designated library staff.

Training
Detailed on-the-job training will be provided.

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