Volunteer at the Library

Contribute to your community as a Library volunteer!
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Make a Difference

Volunteers are the most important resource a community organization can have. Working for the betterment of the community in which you live is a win-win for you and us!

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Current Opportunities

See a list of volunteer opportunities, duties, and requirements.

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Become a Volunteer

Apply Now! Complete the online form. After the form is received, you will be contacted via email for an in-person interview.

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Volunteer Login

Check schedules, record your hours, sign up for openings, and update your profile.

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Become an ESL Mentor

ESL Mentors are essential in helping English-learning members of our community reach their goals.

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Junior Volunteers

For volunteers under 14 years old, we have summer opportunities available.

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Friends of the Library

Help the Friends with their book sales and fundraising efforts.

Who can volunteer?

You can if you’re at least 14 years old. Library volunteers come from all walks of life: teenagers learning new skills, parents and executives sharing lifelong passions, and retirees enjoying new friendships. If you’re 18 years old or older, you must pass a background check.

We take volunteers for on-going and one-time assignments. If you need to satisfy educational or court-ordered requirements, just let us know ahead of time. If you’re a college student interested in gaining experience, we have limited internship opportunities available every semester. Just ask!

What do volunteers do?

Typical volunteer activities include:

  • Special events and programs needing set-up, floor assistance, supervision or clean-up
  • Computer/technology class and device assistance
  • Summer Adventure desk help for all levels
  • Spanish speakers assist with storytimes, computer classes, and more
  • Homebound delivery of library materials
  • Representing the library at festivals and events
  • Photography and videography
  • Special projects

Questions

Call the Volunteer Office at (970) 224-6183 or email mw*********@po*************.org.

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