Volunteering

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are a vital part of the library team. Volunteers do a variety of tasks which volunteers perform that release the staff to assist library users. The best way to become a library volunteer is to call the Volunteer Pasadena Program which is a City of Pasadena program that matches citizens’ skills and energy with current needs in our city.

The first step for potential volunteers is to complete the Volunteer Application Forms. Upon review of the application and the passing of a background check, the Volunteer Pasadena Manager will contact the applicant regarding his/her interests and qualifications.

We will place you as soon as possible in a position which will best match your needs and our needs. There are short-term or long-term assignments available. Volunteer hours per week vary greatly according to the needs of the library an your available time.

Other Volunteer Groups

In addition to giving your time as an individual to your local branch, you can contribute your time to a group:

City of Pasadena Public Library Board

The nine-member unpaid City of Pasadena Library Board is nominated and appointed by the Mayor of Pasadena and confirmed and approved by the City Council. Members serve for two year terms.

Library Advisory Committees

Pasadena Public Library plans to create committees made up library patrons who desire to participate in ongoing long range planning for library services. Committees will represent various service groups such as young adults, Hispanics, and Business. If you are interested in participating please contact the library.

Friends of the Pasadena Public Library

The Friends enhance the public library system by funding programs, services, and publications. Membership is open to individuals, families, and corporations. Dues vary from $10 for annual individual membership to $25,000 for platinum lifetime members.

Questions about Volunteering?

For questions about volunteering with a branch of the Pasadena Public Libraries, please contact the volunteer Coordinator at 713-475-4852.