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Machine Repair Technician
The Machine Repair Technician repairs and reconditions playback equipment (portable cassette players) for registered borrowers of the Talking Book Program. It is helpful to have knowledge of integrated circuits, diagnostic equipment, and ability to read machine schematic diagrams. We rely on your ability to troubleshoot and diagnose machine malfunctions. Training is provided. We will work with your schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. And, it is possible to take machines home to repair. We have a professional work area with tools and replacement parts available. We welcome long term and short term commitments. Location is at the Oregon State Library, 250 Winter Street NE, Salem. For more information contact Robin Speer, Volunteer Program Coordinator, 503 378-5014, E-Mail: robin.d.speer@state.or.us
Book and Documents Mender
The Book and Documents Mender mends and repairs library materials for the Oregon State Library and the Willamette Valley Genealogy Society. All required equipment and supplies are provided by the State Library. Qualifications helpful for this volunteer position are: experience and/or training in mending and repair of books and other library materials; experience using photo copy machine. Training will be provided for all assigned tasks. The work station is located at the State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, Oregon. For more information contact Robin Speer, Volunteer Program Coordinator, 503 378-5014, E-Mail: robin.d.speer@state.or.us
Brochure and Website Designer
The Brochure and Website Designer updates and redesigns the Oregon Documents Depository Program Website, and, updates a companion brochure for print. This position works with the Government Research Services team. Qualifications: experience and/or training in layout and design for websites and print brochures; with graphic software for designing websites; and with writing copy for websites and brochures. The work station is located at the State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, Oregon. For more information contact Robin Speer, Volunteer Program Coordinator, 503-378-5014, email: robin.d.speer@state.or.us.
Genealogy Information Assistant
The Genealogical Research Center is a partnership project of the State Library and the Willamette Valley Genealogical Society. Resources and assistance are available to anyone doing family history research. This position assists library patrons with genealogy research using CD's, databases, books, reference materials, online catalogs, and microfilm. Qualifications: Good knowledge and background in genealogy research, database search and research experience, ability to work with public in person, by phone and email. Training provided. Shifts available: Monday through Friday 10:00-1:00, and 1:00-4:30. Location is at the Oregon State Library, 250 Winter Street NE, Salem. For more information contact Robin Speer, Volunteer Program Coordinator, 503 378-5014, E-Mail: robin.d.speer@state.or.us
Cassette Machine Cleaning
The Machine Cleaning position cleans returned cassette players for the Talking Book and Braille Services at the Oregon State Library. Talking Books is a free library service for anyone who is visually impaired or print disabled. The work consists of cleaning the exterior case of cassette players using a non toxic cleaning solution and cleaning utensils. Shifts are available Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Training is provided. Location is at the Oregon State Library, 250 Winter Street NE, Salem. For more Information contact Robin Speer, Volunteer Program Coordinator, 503 378-5014, E-Mail: robin.d.speer@state.or.us
NEW *** Volunteer Positions coming in the near future***
We are working on the development of the following project that we will be recruiting volunteers to perform:
Oregon Index data input - enter data into computer database from Oregon Index collection. Requires attention to detail, computer skills, ability to transcribe information. Positions will be in place sometime in the Fall 2009.
For more information please contact Robin Speer at 503-378-5014, robin.d.speer@state.or.us
Contact Volunteer Program Coordinator
If you are interested in any of these positions, please contact the Volunteer Program Coordinator:
Robin Speer
phone: 503-378-5014
email: robin.d.speer@state.or.us
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