Make a difference. Volunteer!

The Escondido Public Library has volunteers that work in all departments performing various tasks. Volunteers must be a minimum of 14 years old.

PLEASE NOTE: The library does not accept any court-ordered community service.

What do I need to be a volunteer?

• Enthusiasm.
• Ability to work independently.
• Desire to help the library and your community.
• Commitment to a regular schedule.
• Good work habits.
• Skills appropriate to the tasks assigned.
• Compliance with library rules, policies and procedures.
• Fingerprinting & background check required for all volunteers.
• Interview with the Volunteer Coordinator to make sure needs and goals are compatible.

These are some examples of our volunteer opportunities:

• Technology Assistant- Adult volunteers needed to assist patrons with technology related questions in the adult computer area. Must have experience with Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, e-mail, scanning, and other common computer use tasks. Availability: weekday evenings from 3 p.m.- 6 p.m.
• DVD Cover Creator - Adult volunteer needed to create and duplicate DVD slip covers for library DVDs. Weekday availability preferred, for 5-8 hours per week.
• Friends of the Library Volunteer- Adult volunteers needed to work in Friends Shop and workroom, selling books and media materials. Find out more.
• Pioneer Room Volunteer - Adult volunteers needed to perform archival clerical duties in our local history/genealogy room. Find out more.
• Literacy Tutor - Adult volunteers needed to teach other adults how to read. Find out more.

Please contact us at 760-839-4601 for current opportunities.

Are you a teen looking for ways to earn community service hours*?

• Review Crew - For every 3 qualifying book reviews earn 1 hour of community service.
• Teen Advisory Board - Become a member of Escondido Public Library's Teen Advisory Board! Reasons to join: Make new friends, earn community service hours, become involved with your community, plan teen programs, and participate in special events. Meetings are on the first Wednesday of every month from 3:30-5 p.m. in the Turrentine Room.
  
  *Participation in these two groups does not require fingerprinting and a background check.