
Library
The Library is a valuable community resource and there are many ways that you can contribute.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer click here to sign up!
For more information about volunteering, contact the Volunteers’ Office on 9978 4126 or email volunteer@mosman.nsw.gov.au.
Home Library Service Volunteer
Role
- Collect books/cds from Home Library Service Office
- Deliver books/cds to Home Library Service Reader
- Return books/cds to Barry O’Keefe Library
- Relay any messages or requests from the reader to the Home Library Service Librarian
Scheduling
Days and times of visiting will be negotiated between the volunteer and reader but is usually once a fortnight. The length of time spent with the reader is flexible and to be determined between the reader and volunteer.
Qualifications
- Genuine care and concern for the housebound
- Reasonable level of fitness because books are quite heavy
- Reliability
Benefits
- Satisfaction in providing a much appreciated service
- The enjoyment and rewards of building a friendship with the reader
- Knowledge that you are improving the reader’s quality of life
Report to Home Library Services Librarian
Local Studies – Oral History Interviewer
Role
- Undertake oral history interviews with past and current Mosman residents, business owners and students.
Key Position Objective
- Gathering and preserving the history of Mosman
Essential Skills/Experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Patience and enthusiasm
- Interest in historical research
Other Requirements/Experience Desired
- Familiarity with use of recording equipment
- Drivers licence – as it may be necessary to travel to another suburb
Benefits
- Satisfaction in providing a much appreciated service
- Assisting in gathering and preserving the history of Mosman
- Increasing volunteer’s knowledge and understanding of Mosman’s history
- The opportunity to develop research skills and communication skills
Report to Local Studies Librarian, Donna Braye – 9978 4101
Local Studies – House History Researcher
Role
- Assist Mosman Library users and Mosman residents with researching the history of a Mosman building or site.
Key Position Objective
- Raising awareness of the Mosman Library Local Studies Collection
Essential Skills/Experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Research skills
- Knowledge of resources such as Sands directories, subdivision maps and plans, valuation records, electoral rolls and land title documents.
- Patience and enthusiasm
Other Requirements/Experience Desired
- Familiarity with use of equipment such as microfiche/microfilm readers (not essential – training will be given.
- Familiarity with online searching and use of databases.
- Familiarity with computers
Benefits
- Satisfaction in providing a much appreciated service
- The opportunity to develop research skills and communication skills
- Developing an awareness of available resources and agencies
Report to Local Studies Librarian, Donna Braye – 9978 4101
Local Studies – Family History Researcher
Role
- Assist Mosman Library users with their family history research
Key Position Objective
- Assist Library users with the fundamentals of family history research
- Assist Library users with the use of Mosman Library’s family history resources
- Raise awareness of family history research resources
Essential Skills/Experience
- Knowledge of/experience in family history resources and agencies
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Patience, enthusiasm and enjoyment of family history research
Other Requirements/Experience Desired
- Familiarity with use of family history research tools and equipment
- Familiarity with computers
- Familiarity with online searching and use of databases.
- Training experience
Benefits
- Satisfaction in providing a much appreciated service
- The opportunity to develop research skills and communication skills
- Developing an awareness of available resources and agencies
Report to Local Studies Librarian, Donna Braye – 9978 4101
Local Studies – Exhibitions Assistant
Role
Assist Local Studies Librarian with all aspects of mounting an exhibition as required, including:- research
- clerical assistance
- mounting/launch of exhibition
Key Position Objective
- Raise awareness of the Barry O’Keefe Library Local Studies Collection by mounting exhibitions and displaying material.
Essential Skills/Experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Research skills
- Clerical skills
- Willingness to assist at launch of exhibitions
Other Requirements/Experience Desired
- Familiarity with use of equipment such as microfiche/microfilm readers (not essential – training will be given)
- Basic photographic skills
- Familiarity with use of photocopiers
- Familiarity with computers
Benefits
- Satisfaction in providing a much appreciated service
- Developing and demonstrating research and display/creative skills
- Interacting with staff
- Knowledge and satisfaction in assisting with community project
Report to Local Studies Librarian, Donna Braye – 9978 4101
Local Studies – Archives Assistant
Role
- Undertake the identification and description of archival records held in the Barry O’Keefe Library Local Studies Collection
Key Position Objective
- Preserve the history of Mosman
Essential Skills/Experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Historical research skills
- Clerical skills
- Attention to detail
Other Requirements/Experience Desired
- Familiarity with use of equipment such as microfiche/microfilm readers and photocopiers
- Familiarity with computers
- Familiarity with online resources
Benefits
- Satisfaction in providing a much appreciated service
- Opportunity to develop research and communication skills
- Developing an awareness of available resources and agencies
- Interacting with staff
- Knowledge and satisfaction in assisting with community project
Report to Local Studies Librarian, Donna Braye – 9978 4101
Local Studies – Oral History selection and assessment
Role
- Undertake the selection of extracts from oral history interviews with Mosman residents. These extracts will be placed on the Mosman Voices website
Key Position Objective
- Preserving and sharing the history of Mosman
- Promoting the Mosman Oral History Collection
Essential Skills/Experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent comprehension skills
- Patience and enthusiasm
- Interest in historical research
Other Requirements/Experience Desired
- Familiarity with use of recording equipment
- Familiarity with Microsoft Word
Benefits
- Satisfaction in providing a much appreciated service
- The opportunity to develop research and communication skills
- Assisting in preserving the history of Mosman
- Increasing volunteer’s knowledge and understanding of Mosman’s history
Report to Local Studies Librarian, Donna Braye – 9978 4101