Expectations for All Paid Workers

This page applies to nothers. It's still a bit of a work in progress.

General Good Worker Expectations

• All collective workers are required to report all the hours that they work.
• Puts the interests of Free Geek before personal interests while working.
• Communicates effectively (i.e. specific communication with other staff/core concerning needs of his/her area, giving and receiving constructive criticism, communicating directly to solve conflict, offering a safe space to communicate if issues arise.) - this might be a lot. (works to solve conflict, asks for staff help when necessary)
• Appropriately uses the standard tools Free Geek has available to do her/his job. (These tools might include email lists, RT, the wiki, bulletin boards, etc.)
• Has basic computer knowledge (use of web browser, email and word processor, database and spreadsheet).
• Is able to work in an informal environment with a diverse staff while maintaining a positive attitude even in the face of adversity.
• Is able to remain flexible as Free Geek grows and changes.
• Is able to work well under stress in an unusual, somewhat chaotic setting while being courteous and friendly.
• Is self-motivated and able to multi-task (i.e., can supervise, organize and maintain an area and work on other projects (while maintaining awareness of volunteer needs) almost entirely without supervision) but not afraid to ask questions.
• Is aware of safety on the job.
• Must set goals, have a job description and participate in a peer review process.
• Treats co-workers and volunteers with courtesy and respect (i.e., arrive on time or call if going to be late, be efficient and make good use of time, use the phone, socialize and take breaks at appropriate times). about:

Volunteer Management / Coordination

• Leaves volunteer-inhabited areas clean and ready for next shift.
• Makes volunteers and donors feel welcome, actively reaches out.
• Actively involves volunteers in appropriate projects.
• Listens to volunteers/donors and tries to meet their needs.about:
• Is a volunteer coordinator.
• Is patient and courteous with the public.
• Is able to work with and coordinate volunteers with a wide range of skills and experience.

Sharing the Load

• Actively participates in meetings.
• Is a reliable member of at least two standing committees, including the committee which most directly pertains to his/her job.
• Accurately assesses her/his own abilities and constraints when taking on commitments.
• Follows through with commitments.
• Contributes to other areas of Free Geek as related to their primary area.
• Integrates into the whole of Free Geek.
• Participates in collective management structure.
• Participates in a consensus decision making process related to staff and policy issues. - consults with staff members regarding potential change to procedure and policy.
• Shares in tackling the undesirable tasks