Library Volunteers

Library Volunteers

Location

Oceanside, CA, CA

Job Type

Volunteer

Job Number

01-26

Department

Library

Opening Date

02/23/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Introduction

RIDE THE TIDE IN OCEANSIDE

LIBRARY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

THE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

Volunteer

The Citys Volunteer program is designed to coordinate and manage citywide volunteer efforts which support existing City services provided to the community. The program addresses community service needs, while placing special emphasis on the Citys priorities.

The Citys volunteer program will utilize the skills and talents of volunteers in assisting staff as a team. Volunteers will be able to supplement existing services, and at the same time encourage civic pride and community involvement by helping their community.

Examples of Duties

These are unpaid volunteer opportunities.

No compensation or benefits are received.

Opportunities

The Oceanside Public Library offers a wide range of services to our community. For information on the library volunteer programs please visit the link here:

• Library Volunteer Opportunities

Under the Age of 18? No problem, we have opportunities within our Teen Partners program for teens between the ages of 14-18. Teen Partners is a great way for teens to gain work experience, earn community service credits, or just help out as needed in library programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Volunteer Requirements

Volunteers must be at least 14 years of age. The city will not accept court ordered volunteer services. Adult volunteer positions require a minimum of 6 months commitment.

Working Conditions and Selection Process

Volunteer Application Process

All potential volunteers are to complete a Volunteer Application. Applications must be submitted online. Paper applications will no longer be accepted.

Screening Candidates

All potential volunteers must go through the Citys screening process to ensure their potential suitability for the volunteer position.

Each potential volunteer will have an interview with the department in which he or she is considering on an as needed basis.

Volunteer positions will require additional methods of screening, such as fingerprinting and background checks.

Volunteers represent the City of Oceanside and must abide by City policy regarding a drug-free and harassment-free work environment.

No Benefits

01

Please select one of the following options in which you are applying.

• Adult Volunteer
• Teen Partner Volunteer (Ages 14-18)

02

Please select the opportunity area(s) in which you would like to volunteer.

• Library Services
• Library Friends
• Library Literacy
• Library Teen Partners (Ages 14-18)

03

Please select the days that you are available.

• Monday
• Tuesday
• Wednesday
• Thursday
• Friday
• Saturday
• Sunday

04

Please select your availability options.

• Mornings
• Afternoons
• Holidays

05

Please select the duration of time that you are available to volunteer for.

• 1-6 months
• 6-12 months
• 1-2 years
• Continous

06

Please list any physical limitations you may have that require reasonable accommodations in order to perform your volunteer duties.

07

Summarize special skills you have acquired from previous employment, or through other activities, including hobbies or sports.

08

Why are you interested in volunteering?

• Explore career opportunities
• Gain experience towards a certification
• Personal interest
• School requirement
• Serve the community

09

By submitting this application, I affirm that the facts set forth in it are true and complete. I understand that if I am accepted as a volunteer, any false statements, omissions, or other misrepresentations made by me on this application may result in my immediate dismissal. In the event that I am accepted as a volunteer for the City of Oceanside, I agree to comply with all its policies, rules and regulations. I fully understand and agree to provide my services to the City of Oceanside as a volunteer in a volunteer capacity, and that I will receive no compensation or benefits for services provided. Submitting an application Does Not guarantee placement. If accepted, I will undergo a background check which will include fingerprinting/livescan. I AGREE THAT I UNDERSTAND AND CONSENT TO THE ABOVE STATEMENT. If volunteer is under 18, signature of the parent/guardian is required (applicants must be 14 years of age to volunteer).

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Required Question

Employer City of Oceanside

Address 300 North Coast Highway, City Hall South

Oceanside, California, 92054

Phone 760-435-3511

Website http://www.ci.oceanside.ca.us