Opportunities From: City of San Mateo

Volunteer: Computer Aide

Help monitor public use of library computers and provide one-on-one assistance with navigating basic computer and internet functions, printing, and using Microsoft applications.

Time Commitment: We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months

Program: Library

Help monitor public use of library computers and provide one-on-one assistance with navigating basic computer and internet functions, printing, and using Microsoft applications.

Time Commitment: We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months

Program: Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94402

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Welcome Greeter

Create a welcoming atmosphere by greeting library patrons, assisting with directional information, and assisting patrons utilize the Library technologies in the lobby.

Time Commitment: We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months

Program: Library

Create a welcoming atmosphere by greeting library patrons, assisting with directional information, and assisting patrons utilize the Library technologies in the lobby.

Time Commitment: We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months

Program: Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94402

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Discard Support

This opportunity is dedicated to supporting the process through which books (and other materials) from the library's collection and public donations are discarded. Materials that are deemed discards are nonetheless handled with care so that they can reach the next phase of their life, whether that means being resold by an external vendor or being recycled.

In this volunteer role, you will:

Scan discard materials (books and media) and separately them accordingly. Prepare materials for pick-up. Handle, carry, and move loaded boxes.Potentially take on other tasks relevant to discarded materials.

Please note: Due to the nature of this opportunity's tasks, interested volunteers should be able to lift boxes that weigh between 25-40 lbs. 

Time Commitment: We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months

Program: Library

This opportunity is dedicated to supporting the process through which books (and other materials) from the library's collection and public donations are discarded. Materials that are deemed discards are nonetheless handled with care so that they can reach the next phase of their life, whether that means being resold by an external vendor or being recycled.

In this volunteer role, you will:

Scan discard materials (books and media) and separately them accordingly. Prepare materials for pick-up. Handle, carry, and move loaded boxes.Potentially take on other tasks relevant to discarded materials.

Please note: Due to the nature of this opportunity's tasks, interested volunteers should be able to lift boxes that weigh between 25-40 lbs. 

Time Commitment: We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months

Program: Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94402

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Latino Library Advisory Committee

The Latino Library Advisory Committee started in 2005 to promote Latino cultural events within the library. They continue to host events for the community that highlight and celebrate Latino culture. 

Duties for this role include:

Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.

This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis. Events include Las Posadas and Cinco de Mayo.


Program: Library

The Latino Library Advisory Committee started in 2005 to promote Latino cultural events within the library. They continue to host events for the community that highlight and celebrate Latino culture. 

Duties for this role include:

Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.

This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis. Events include Las Posadas and Cinco de Mayo.


Program: Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94402

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Asian American Library Advisory Committee

Duties for this role include:

Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.

This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis

Program: Library

Duties for this role include:

Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.

This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis

Program: Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94402

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: African American Library Advisory Committee

Duties for this role include:

Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.

This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis.

Program: Library

Duties for this role include:

Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.

This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis.

Program: Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94402

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Iranian Library Advisory Committee

Duties for this role include:

Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.

This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis.

Program: Library

Duties for this role include:

Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.

This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis.

Program: Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94402

Allow Groups: No