Volunteer Opportunities
The library loves and appreciates our community volunteers. However, due to COVID-19, to maintain the health and safety of our customers and staff within our library buildings, we have very limited opportunities. Some of our libraries are accepting new volunteers, and many others are working towards that by the end of the year.
Please check back for further opportunities or contact your local branch location.
The County Library Welcomes Community Volunteers
The Volunteer Program at the Salt Lake County Library enhances the high quality of service delivered to the community. We value our volunteers for the support they provide staff in achieving the mission and goals of the library.
Community Volunteer Opportunities
We are excited to work with a wide range of volunteers in our libraries. Please contact your neighborhood library for more information on community volunteer opportunities near you. We have volunteers serving in all of the following ways:
- Community Volunteers
- Boy Scout & Girl Scout Troops
- Honor Society Students
- Teen Advisory Board
- Graduate School Interns
- Library Board
Court Order Service Volunteer Opportunities
The Salt Lake County Library is happy to accommodate court-mandated service if charges are within our parameters. All Court Ordered Volunteers are screened by the Library System Volunteer Coordinator prior to service. Court Ordered Community Service opportunities are limited.
Required Documentation for All Volunteers
- Salt Lake County Library Volunteer Application
- Salt Lake County Volunteer Contract
- Background Check Waiver (18 years and older)
- All volunteers over 18 years old are required to pass a background check prior to volunteering.