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Volunteer: Library Computer Tutor

Hennepin County
Email

Location 

Downtown Minneapolis

Job Type

Volunteer

Job Number

23LIBvolJR001

Department

Library

Opening Date

03/03/2023

Description

Hennepin County Library is looking for Computer Tutor Volunteers at a few of our libraries to assist patrons with computer basics. This opportunity will help library patrons improve their basic computer skills and job search skills through one-to-one assistance.
 
 Locations in need:

  • Augsburg Park Library located at 7100 Nicollet Ave. Richfield, MN 55423. Shifts available weekday afternoons between 1pm - 6pm.
  • Franklin Library located at 1314 E. Franklin Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55404. Shifts available Monday – Thursday afternoons 1:00pm - 3:00pm or 2:00pm - 4:00pm.
  • Hopkins Library located at 22 11th Ave. N. Hopkins, MN 55343.  Flexible shifts available on Saturdays.
  • Minneapolis Central Library Computer Tutor Walk in Lab located at 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55401.  Computer lab is located on the first floor in the Best Buy Learning Lab:
    • HOURS for NOVEMBER 2023
    • Mondays 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    • Tuesdays 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (shifts fulfilled on Tues.)
    • Wednesdays 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    • Thursdays 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Ridgedale Library Tech Help Desk located at 12601 Ridgedale Dr. Minnetonka, MN 55305.
    • Tech Help Desk Volunteer: Assists with setting up and accessing a variety of features on smartphones, laptops, accessing digital library resources, and email accounts. A volunteer in this role would feel comfortable explaining those technologies to attendees. Our current program hours are Tuesdays from 3pm – 5 p.m.
  • Webber Park Library located at 4440 Humboldt Ave. N. Minneapolis, MN 55412.
    • Shifts available at Webber Park on Wednesday or Friday mornings from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.  


About the volunteer position type:
This is an advertisement for an unpaid, volunteer position. Please click here to apply for this unpaid, volunteer opportunity.

In this volunteer position, you will:

  • Assist patrons with logging in, typing, and using a mouse to navigate the computer.
  • Help patrons navigate the internet (connecting to Wi-Fi, sign up for online accounts, login to email account, and changing passwords).
  • Support patrons with job search assistance: resumes, searching the internet for jobs, and job applications.
  • Proficiency in (or a willingness to learn) Microsoft Word and Excel.

Need to Have:

  • The ability to communicate with a wide range of people and be able to break down technology and job-related topics in an accessible way. 

Nice to Have:

  • The ability to speak another language in addition to English. 



 

Training provided by Program Coordinator, supervision by designated Hennepin County Library staff member.
 
 About the volunteer position type:
 This is an advertisement for an unpaid, non-benefit earning, volunteer position.


About the department:
Our mission is to inspire, facilitate, and celebrate lifelong learning.
Shaped by the information needs and aspirations of our residents, we envision the library as a shared space for enrichment and connection.
 
TO APPLY: Please click here for this unpaid, volunteer opportunity.
 

If you have any questions, please contact: 
Hennepin County Library Volunteer Services
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Volunteering@hennepin.us