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Give your time and knowledge!

If you are an adult or teen (age 12 or older) we would love to have you join our volunteer team! Our libraries would not be the same without volunteers. This group of exceptional individuals help with everything from clerical support to shelving books to assisting with children’s programming. Volunteers serve at all 13 of our libraries and in several of our behind-the-scenes departments!

Volunteer Application

We need you!

You have special skills and talents that can enrich the lives of the community members we serve! By giving the gift of time and knowledge there are many things you can accomplish as a volunteer, including:

  • Assisting staff to make Story Time extra-special for children
  • Assisting members with finding books and materials
  • Keeping the libraries clean
  • Assisting with shelving and item organization
  • Working at our help desks
  • Managing book sales

Volunteers can also become involved with a Friends of the Library group to raise funds and awareness of Library needs. View our Friends of the Library page for more details.

Reasonable Accommodations

All of our libraries are ADA accessible. YCL will provide reasonable accommodation(s) to all qualified volunteers.

Adult Volunteers At Martin Library Block Party Teen Volunteer Checking In Books At Arthur Hufnagel Library Adult Volunteer Instructing Teen On Audio Equipment At Martin Library Adult Volunteer Straightening Books At Village Library

How do I volunteer?

To volunteer at one of our libraries, please submit our online Volunteer Application.

Clearances

Volunteer clearances must be received before the first day of volunteering and are to be dated within 5 years of your start date. If you are 18 or older, you will need the following clearances to volunteer at one our libraries:

These background checks are meant to ensure the safety of all children in the library community. Prospective volunteers are responsible for covering any costs involved in obtaining these clearances.

For more information about obtaining clearances, click on the Volunteer Clearances Form for step-by-step instructions.

Please obtain all of your clearances before you schedule a volunteer interview. These clearances must be submitted at the time of your interview.

Applicants: Please Read

Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability. The use of this application does not create a contract between you and York County Library System. The use of this application does not guarantee that there are positions open, and does not in any way obligate you or York County Library System. Only candidates that will be given further consideration will be notified. Please answer all questions as completely as possible. You can also print and return your application to the library where you wish to volunteer.

Volunteer Application