Sno-Isle Libraries Board Policy

Purpose

To express the roles and responsibilities of Sno-Isle Libraries (Library District) staff and volunteers in supporting excellent library services for customers.

Scope

The Sno-Isle Libraries Board of Trustees (Board) recognizes that volunteers extend and enhance library services in Library District communities. The volunteer program exists to support the work of the Library District by providing an opportunity for community members to volunteer and make positive contributions to their quality of life and their community.

Volunteers provide assistance and support to the Library District and are not intended to replace existing staff.

Implementation

Definitions

Volunteers: Community members who give time and talent to community libraries or departments within the Library District without pay.
Staff: Paid employees.
Staff liaisons: Staff assigned to work with volunteers.

Roles & responsibilities

The Library District will administer and coordinate the Library District's volunteer program.
Staff liaisons will provide volunteers training, clear work direction, opportunities for personal growth, and supervision on a regular basis.
All staff will support and recognize the work of volunteers.
Volunteers shall represent the Library District with a commitment to excellent customer service, respect, and abide by the Library District’s policies and values.
Volunteers and staff will work in partnership showing mutual cooperation, respect, understanding, and acceptance of each other's role.
The Library District will regularly review, assess, and report on the contributions of volunteers to the Board.
The Board will regularly recognize the work of volunteers and express its appreciation.

Associated Policies and Laws

• Washington State RCW 27.12.210. Library trustees—Organization—Bylaws—Powers and duties
• Sno-Isle Libraries Board policy. Equity

Process

This policy is reviewed every four (4) years by the Executive Director (or designee) who makes recommendations to the appropriate Board committee. The committee reviews the recommendations, revises the policy as necessary and appropriate, endorses, and advances the policy to the full Board for approval.

Policy History

Date approved: May 28, 2024
Next review date: 2028
Adopted: 2012