Volunteers (ages 18+)

Volunteer Process

Volunteers make all the difference at the Library. If there is an open position listed in Current Opportunities, simply apply, and we will set up an informal interview. If you do not see any current openings, please check back rather than using the form. Thank you!

Don’t see something that fits your talents or interests? When we have open positions, simply contact us online and we can discuss the options with you.

Have a teen who would like to earn community service credit, have fun with other teens, and be a mentor to kids? Learn more about Teen opportunities.

Current Opportunities

  1. Archives/Local History Volunteer

    Are you interested in Lafayette history? The Library is seeking one adult volunteer to help out in the Library. Listen to oral history interviews of residents while looking at written transcripts, and then fill out a worksheet listing keywords/topics covered in the interview along with writing a short summary. This project will help us move towards our goal of making the oral history interviews searchable online.

  2. Circulation Aide

    Assist staff by gathering customer hold items. Embrace a collection of your choice in the Library, and help shelve and groom in that area so that materials are correctly placed, on display and neatly organized. If you enjoy working in a friendly atmosphere, being on your feet and getting some exercise, and promoting an excellent library experience for our community, please apply!

  3. Computer Coach

    Share your tech talent: be a Computer Coach! Got great people skills? Enjoy helping beginning computer users with technology? You don’t have to know everything to be a computer coach in the Library’s computer lab. We are looking for volunteers who want to explore and learn as they help people with computer and technology questions. Apply now and put your curiosity and capabilities to excellent use!

Seasonal or Occasional Opportunities

  1. AARP Tax Aide Volunteers

    The AARP occasionally recruits volunteers to assist with seasonal tax preparation at the Library. At this time, all positions for the February-April season are filled. Check back next fall!

  2. Friends Member or Fundraiser

    Friends of the Lafayette Library Foundation work hard for our community. They are instrumental to supporting Library programs, and they need our help! How can YOU help? Here are two easy ways:

    • Join the Friends - it’s fast and easy to join; your membership provides much-needed revenue for the Friends, who underwrite our Summer Reading program, as well as programs throughout the year. Like our programs? Be a friend!
    • Be a Fundraising Friend! Apply now to be part of a much-needed fundraising group.

  3. Makerspace Mentor or Workshop Leader

    Studio 775 is a collaborative, community-driven space where users can learn to use new tech tools in creative ways. Volunteer mentors assist, support, and encourage community members (teens and adults) as they learn to use new equipment and develop projects. We are also looking for community members interested in sharing their expertise—do you want to teach a class in coding, 3D printing, or something else? Have other questions? Fill out the volunteer application form and we will be in touch!
    Visit the Studio 775 web page