Miami-Dade Public Library System

lunteer Services assists volunteers and potential volunteers in orientation, placement and training.

• Why should I volunteer?
• What jobs do volunteers do?
• How do I become a volunteer?

Why should I volunteer?

• To give back to the community
• To help others
• To feel good
• To build your resume and gain job experience
• To better understand your library, your community and yourself

What jobs do volunteers do?

Some of the jobs volunteers include:

• Assisting in the library office
• Mending books and other materials
• Shelving books and magazines
• Greeting patrons at the door
• Helping patrons with the library’s computer resources
• Assisting the children’s librarian
• Teaching an adult to read

Hours and work locations are flexible.

How do I become a volunteer?

Step 1: Are you eligible?

• Adults: Candidates must be at least 18 years of age or older.

Step 2: Complete a Volunteer Application*.

Volunteer Applications are available:

• At any branch library. Click here for a list of library locations.
• Click here to download either an an adult volunteer application.
• Call or e-mail Volunteer Services to request an application by mail.

A fingerprint requirement must be completed before applicant can be placed.