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Volunteer Program
 Make a difference @ the Library!

Volunteers are a welcome and integral part of our library. They help us to offer the very best services to our community. They are part of the Library Team!

The Volunteer Program at the Tompkins County Public Library includes senior citizens, students, and professional people. All you need to join is interest in, and enthusiasm for, volunteering!

Read the Volunteer Newsletter

Past Issues:
December 2006
July 2006
May 2006

 

Volunteer opportunities include:

  • Answering business phones
  • Greeters
  • Internet trainers
  • Shelf Readers
  • Special projects
  • Emptying book return bins

Visit the Tompkins County Public Library Foundation volunteer opportunities page for opportunities unique to the Foundation.

To find out more contact John Cohen, Volunteer Coordinator:

  • Apply Online
  • Call 607-272-4557 ext. 226
  • E-mail jcohen@tcpl.org
  • Stop by the Reference or Circulation Desk for a volunteer application.
  • Coordinator's Hours
    Mondays - Thursdays : 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
    Fridays: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Thank you!

Volunteer Application

Privacy Policy:

In respect to your privacy, all information submitted is confidential and is only used to comply with your request.

Name:

Date:

I am over 18 years of age:

Yes No

Birth Date (optional) (mm/dd)

Address:

City, State, Postal Code:

Telephone (Day):

Telephone (Evening):

Cell:

E-Mail:

In case of an emergency, contact:

Contact Name:

Contact Telephone:

Relationship:

Reference:

Reference Name:

Reference Telephone:

Reference Email:

Reference Type:

Work Personal

Employment Information

I am . . .

Currently Employed Currently Not Working Retired Student

Employer (If Applicable):

Occupation:

Supervisor's Name :

Supervisor's Phone:

Student Information: Complete this section if you are currently a student.

Education (check most current)
High School: 9 10 11 12
College: 1 2 3 4
Graduate: 1 2 3 4

What School are you currently attending?

Will you receive school credit for volunteering / is this required for a course?

Yes No

If yes, please explain

Number of hours required for credit:

Volunteering

Why are you interested in volunteering?

Is this required community service? Yes No
If yes, please explain:

Number of hours required?

Do you have any previous Volunteer Experience? Yes No
If yes, please describe:

Please describe any interests or special skills you have that might help the library (foreign languages, computer skills, etc.) :

Are there any tasks that you would prefer not to be assigned to?

Availability

Please fill out the following chart with your available volunteer times:
Number of hours per week desired:

Day

Times

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Authorization

If under 18, you will need to bring proof with you stating that you have permission from your parent / guardian.

By clicking on the "Submit Application" button below, I agree to regard my assignment as a serious commitment and abide by the polices of Tompkins County Public Library. I also agree to maintain communication with my supervisor regarding my assignment and request clarification as necessary.

Note: If you experience difficulties applying online, please call:
(607) 272-4557 ext. 226.

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