Management Tools
Find applications, agreement forms, handbooks, training and orientation manuals and other tools here.
NOTE: These are examples from public libraries and should be reviewed and modified to ensure fit with local policies and culture.
| Title | Keyword | Tags | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
16 Smart Questions to Ask Volunteers Before They Start
Tobi Johnson lays out 16 great interview questions. |
Volunteer Screening / Interviewing | 2024 | |
Therapy Dog Engagement Materials - Columbus OH
These documents are used by the Columbus Metropolitan Library in when engaging pets and their owners in their Reading Buddies program: Pet Owner… more |
Volunteer Handbooks, Staff Guides for Working with Volunteers | Pet Therapy, reading, liability, dogs | 2024 |
PAWS to Read - Pleasanton CA
The Pleasanton (CA) Library has a PAWS to Read program. They partner with the local humane society, which actually does the volunteer… more |
Volunteer Handbooks | Paws to Read, dog, reading, Pet Therapy | 2024 |
Staff Focus Group Format - Los Angeles Public Library
Recently the Los Angeles Public Library's Volunteer Engagement department pulled together a group of 12 of their 70+ Branch Managers to gather… more |
Staff Guides for Working with Volunteers | focus group, staff buy-in, Friends | 2024 |
Best Volunteer Management Software
A comparison of volunteer management system products. |
Volunteer Management Systems | Data Management, Record Keeping | 2024 |
17 Top Volunteer Management Software Options for Nonprofits
Comparison of 17 volunteer management systems. |
Volunteer Management Systems | Tracking, Reporting, vms, Data Management | 2024 |
19 Top Volunteer Management Tools for Nonprofits & Schools
Reviews of 19 volunteer management systems. |
Volunteer Management Systems | Data Management, vms, Tracking, Reporting | 2024 |
Return on Investment Worksheet & Infographic Template
California's Get Involved Regional Leaders develop networking and training events for library volunteer engagement coordinators in their regions… more |
Publicity and Promotion | ROI, annual report | 2023 |
Staff Volunteer Appreciation Survey - Cedar Rapids IA
The Cedar Rapids Public Library uses this survey to gain feedback about volunteer engagement from staff. A wonderful tool to collect important data.… more |
Volunteer Recognition | surveys | 2023 |
Volunteer Onboarding Checklist - Oklahoma City OK
Need a checklist of things to remember and steps to take when bringing on new volunteers? These two documents from the Oklahoma City Metropolitan… more |
Volunteer Screening / Interviewing, Staff Guides for Working with Volunteers | interview, onboarding | 2023 |
Tutor & Learner Responsibilities - Carlsbad CA
These lists of responsibilities are used in preparing new adult learners and volunteer tutors for their roles at the Carlsbad City Library Literacy… more |
Confidentiality Policies, Volunteer Agreements, Volunteer Screening / Interviewing | adult literacy, literacy | 2023 |
Volunteer Recognition Survey - City of Corona CA
Volunteer Recognition Survey used by the City of Corona California |
Strategic Planning, Staff Guides for Working with Volunteers | surveys | 2023 |
Role Descriptions for Branch Volunteer Coordinators - Columbus OH
These outlines are used by the Columbus Metropolitan Library volunteer services office to describe the roles of volunteer engagement coordinators in… more |
Volunteer Coordinator Job Descriptions | branch coordinator | 2023 |
Volunteer Handbook - Charlotte Mecklenberg Library - NC
Charlotte Mecklenberg Library's Volunteer Handbook updated May, 2023. |
Volunteer Handbooks | policies | 2023 |
All About You Questionnaire - Charlotte-Mecklenberg NC
This form is used at the Charlotte-Mecklenberg library to help get to know their volunteers better. |
Volunteer Screening / Interviewing, Staff Guides for Working with Volunteers | Lived experience, surveys | 2023 |
Group Volunteer Interviews
The London Public Library has begun group interviews for volunteers. They have started with 4 potential volunteers in an interview group, but are… more |
Volunteer Screening / Interviewing | Interview Questions | 2023 |
Visiting Library Service Client Intake Form - Barrie Public Library
Form used by the Barrie Public Library to gather information from new potential users of their Visiting Library Service. |
Confidentiality Policies | Homebound, Home delivery, visiting library | 2023 |
Volunteer Handbook - Dayton Ohio
Volunteer Handbook revised in 2023 shared by the Dayton Metro Library. |
Volunteer Handbooks | policies | 2023 |
The Role of the Volunteer Coordinator
Indianapolis Public Library's take on the role of the volunteer coordinator. |
Volunteer Coordinator Job Descriptions | 2023 | |
Volunteer Exit Survey - San Mateo County Libraries
Exit Interview Survey used by the San Mateo County (CA) Libraries. |
Staff Guides for Working with Volunteers | surveys, Exit Interview | 2023 |