Library Coordinator
- Position Type: Volunteer Position Overview: The Library Coordinator at Calvary Chapel Fort Walton Beach plays a pivotal role in creating a valuable collection of resources for the church and the community. This volunteer position is perfect for someone with a love for literature, organization skills, and a passion for building a ministry that can benefit many.
- Key Responsibility:
- Overseeing the Library: Responsible for establishing and managing our lending library. This role involves developing a self-service system, curating the library's collection, receiving donations, and exploring opportunities to expand the offerings, including new books, Bibles, and gifts.
- Other Activities:
- Prayer: There’s no substitute for the depth of spiritual resources only obtained through prayer. Consider praying for the church, the leadership, the volunteers, the attendees, the visitors, and the rest of the team throughout the week. Embrace all activities in this role in a prayerful way, being full of the Spirit and staying in step with the Spirit.
- Library Setup: Establish a self-service system for checking out and returning books, ensuring ease of use for the congregation.
- Collection Curation: Weed out books that do not align with the statement of faith from the National Association of Evangelicals. Manage damaged books and establish a disposal process.
- Donation Management: Develop a process for receiving book donations and cataloging them into the library collection.
- Volunteer Recruitment: Enlist volunteers to assist with library operations and encourage their involvement in the ministry.
- Expansion Proposal: Present a proposal to the board to expand the library's offerings to include new books, Bibles, gifts, and art, all on a self-service donation basis.
- Open Hours: If approved by the board, organize and post open hours during the week when volunteers are available to assist people in utilizing the library.
- Social Media Promotion: If approved by the Board, create and manage a separate social media account for the library, promoting its offerings and events within the community.
- Monthly Report: Draft a monthly report of activities and events for the Board of Trustees in their role of oversight of the church.
- Qualifications:
- A committed Christian with an exemplary personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Strong organizational and cataloging skills.
- A passion for literature and a commitment to maintaining a collection that aligns with the National Association of Evangelicals beliefs.
- Ability to recruit and coordinate volunteers effectively.
- Effective communication and outreach skills.
- Assent to the Statement of Faith of Calvary Chapel Fort Walton Beach
- Time Commitment:
- Initial library setup and cataloging.
- Ongoing library maintenance, including curating the collection, handling donations, and volunteer coordination.
- Attend Key Volunteer meeting once a month.
- Time to develop and present the expansion proposal to the board, if desired.
- Benefits:
- Opportunity to serve and make a meaningful impact in the church and the broader community.
- Personal and professional growth in library management and ministry development.
- Personal and spiritual growth as a Christian.
- Fellowship and support from a dedicated team of volunteers.
- The chance to be part of leadership at Calvary.
If you are interested in serving with us as a Library Coordinator at Calvary Chapel Fort Walton Beach in this unique role, we encourage you to contact Pastor Andy Falleur using the button below