Volunteer
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the New Ulm Public Library! Volunteers are given activities based on their skills, availability, and interests. Training will be provided. We offer a flexible schedule and the opportunity to meet new people, share your talents, and serve the community.
Ongoing Volunteer Activities
- Adopt-a-Shelf: Pick a favorite section in the library and keep it neat and in proper order on a regular basis. This is an excellent group volunteer opportunity.*
- Assist with setup and maintenance of displays.
- Assist with setup of library programs and activities.
- Assist with weeding materials.*
- Basic office tasks (photocopying, filling printer trays).
- Clean books/CDs/DVDs.
- Create booklists, series lists, and other readers’ advisory information.
- Light cleaning (dusting shelves).
- Light maintenance (picking up outside).
- Put “to be shelved” carts in order.*
- Read shelves.*
- Straighten books and shelves.
* Requires special training.
Requirements for Volunteers
- Age 16 and up.
- Reliable, flexible, and responsible.
- Willing to perform assigned duties.
- Willing to abide by library policies and procedures.
The City of New Ulm will complete a background check on all volunteers who complete the application and interview processes.
**Volunteers will be utilized only when supervisory staff and work are available.**
How to Apply
Please complete an application form and return it to the library. You will be contacted for an interview.