Library - Pearl Avenue Branch


Library Services - Library Services Volunteer-Shelving

Are you looking for a rewarding way to help your community? Do you enjoy walking into a library that looks clean and inviting? Would you love to organize and help the library?

Then join our team of volunteers! The San José Public Library is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to maintain and improve our libraries.

How You Will Make a Difference

The library is a wonderful space where people from all ages come together to learn, explore, and work. By volunteering, you will make a valuable contribution to your community by ensuring that all who use the library can easily access the materials, programs, and services in a positive and inviting environment.

Typical day as a Volunteer

Volunteers are needed to:
  • Organize and display materials
  • Shelve large collection of children's picture books
  • Help maintain a clean and welcoming library environment
  • Assist with library programs

Benefits

  • Meet new people and network with library staff and volunteers
  • Gain experience for your resumé and/or college application
  • Connect with your community to provide an important service

Commitment/Schedule

All our volunteers should be dedicated and punctual. Volunteers must contact the library ahead of time if they have to cancel or be late. Required commitment involves:

  • Minimum 2 hours per week with a 6-month commitment.  
  • The days required are Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons.  Saturday is all day, any hours.

Qualifications

  • Age 15 or over (age requirement varies depending on library branch)
  • Fingerprint clearance required for volunteers age 18 and over
  • Oral/Written English skills
  • Responsible, dependable, and punctual
  • Able to file alphabetically, follow directions, and work independently
  • Perform physically demanding work such as pushing carts, bending and stooping to shelve books. 

 

Qualifications Required

  • Age Must be at least 15+
  • Oral and written communication skills in English Must be at least High
  • Staff Training: Orientation for Staff working with Volunteers Completed Must be Yes