Support the Library

The Library Auxiliary

Members are dedicated to the success of the library and hold fundraisers that may include:  an annual bake sale, Christmas Wrapping activities, and discussions of Summer activities.  Please speak with the Library Director if you are interested in serving the community.  A financial donation may be made in lue of participation in the fundraisers.  

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are an important part of the services offered by the public library. You help us provide the community with exciting programs and events for all ages free of charge. For more information, please come by the library to pick up a blank application form.  Or, you can print the one at the bottom of this page.  When you return it to the Library Director, please bring your Texas ID card or Texas Drivers License.  We will use these documents for the background check we will run. 

Volunteer Circulation Assistant

Return completed application below
with a copy of your Texas Drivers License
to the Library Director. 

Opportunity Contact:  Sherry Brecheen (Librarian@cityofonalaska.us) or 936-646-2665. 

Timing:  Ongoing opportunity. Hours are part-time, morning or afternoon duties, and up to 3 days a week with flexible shifts. 

Opportunity Description:  Greet patrons and help them with checking out materials and checking in returned materials. Assist patrons with a variety of needs such as: using the online catalog of materials, locating materials in the library, answering general questions, accessing library services or programs, making copies, sending faxes, or scanning documents for patrons.  Duties may also include as needed: Assist circulation staff by shelving materials, searching for reserved materials, and answering the telephone. 

Requirements for the Opportunity include:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, Customer-focused attitude, Respect for patrons’ privacy and confidentiality, 
• Current Texas Driver’s License, Passing a background check, The minimum age is 18. 
• Beginning Level of Computer skills needed are data entry, email, and internet navigation.