Volunteer Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the City of Palm Desert, Palm Desert Library. Your commitment to serving our community is truly commendable and we are thrilled you’re considering joining our team.
Is Volunteering Right For You?
The Palm Desert Library is looking for dedicated, passionate volunteers who align with its mission to enhance lifelong learning by connecting patrons to popular materials, programs and services.
Are you the right match for volunteering at the library? Here’s a quick guide to find out.
You love the library and are aligned with its mission to enhance lifelong learning and literacy.
Commitment to a minimum of 40 hours or 4 months of service.
You’re 16 or older.
You believe that the library is for everyone in the community
You are able to pass a background check.
What Are The Objectives Of The Volunteer Program?
The Volunteer Program is intended to provide structured and meaning volunteer opportunities that empower residents to make a positive impact in their community. The program strives to create an inclusive environment where volunteers can develop skills, gain valuable experience, and build a sense of pride and ownership in their city. Benefits of volunteering include:
Civic Engagement | Meet new people |
Personal growth and development | Educational opportunities |
Sense of purpose | Make a difference in your community |
Frequently Asked Questions
Library operations: Assist with daily tasks such as shelving book, shelf reading, and minor cleaning.
Library programs: Assist with program set-up/take-down, attendance management, and minor crafts.
Books Sales: Support our library sales by maintaining book inventory, merchandise bookstore space and manage and box unsold inventory.
Yes, that would be mutually agreed upon before onboarding.
No, we are unable to accept volunteers that have been assigned court-ordered community service.
Becoming A Volunteer
Follow these steps to become a volunteer:
Once your Interest Form is received, you will receive a request for a one-on-one meeting with the Volunteer Coordinator to establish volunteer fit and expectations.
If there is a library/volunteer fit, volunteers will proceed with completing a volunteer application which includes a background check.
Volunteer Application
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for the Palm Desert Library. All applicants are required to undergo a LiveScan background check. Any fees associated with the LiveScan will be reimbursed by the city. This added step is necessary as many of our programs require working with youth.
We look forward to building a vibrant volunteer community at the Palm Desert Library.