Thank you for considering volunteering your time and labor at the Ernie Pyle Library in Albuquerque!
Much of the Library’s work is routine, or requires training provided by Library staff. Volunteers play an important role in assisting the Library to offer our services to the community on a continuing basis. Volunteers are selected based upon their qualifications and the needs of the Library at any given time.
While we appreciate every person who wishes to volunteer at the Library, opportunities are sometimes limited. Please be aware that we may not have a volunteer position available at this time that suits your interests and abilities. If you are accepted as a volunteer, we may ask you to alter your duties to meet the changing needs of the Library. Additionally, if your work is no longer necessary or proves unsatisfactory, you may be released.
A criminal background check will be required. City policy requires anyone who wishes to volunteer at the Library to consent to the performance of a background investigation by an outside agency. There is no cost to you.
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Prior to being selected as a volunteer you will be asked to complete a short interview with the branch's Volunteer Coordinator and Programing staff member.
What do Program Set Up Volunteers do?
Special events are where our volunteers will really shine. Volunteers will provide assistance during storytime and summer reading events, by helping with setting up, taking down, cleaning and sharing information about our events.
This is a seasonal volunteer position that will run May 2026-October 2026
Schedule:
May 7th until October 31st
Thursdays 9:30am-1:00pm
June, & July
Fridays 9:30-noon
August- 1st Saturday of the month 9:30-noon
Ernie Pyle program set up, volunteer tasks
- Primary responsibilities include setting up and taking down programs by carrying items to and from the shed to program area including but not limited to:
- metal folding chairs, tarps, blankets, ground cushions, tables, storytime accessories
- Cleaning storytime toys and instruments
Some of the necessary skills or abilities:
- Good attention to detail
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to ask questions when clarification is needed
- Patient with good social skills
Physical Requirements
- Able to carry objects over 15 lbs.
- Able to walk on uneven ground while carrying heavy objects
- Able to work outdoors
- Ability to stand, stoop, kneel
This volunteer position is physically demanding. These tasks must be performed in an accurate and timely manner so the library's programs can start on schedule.
Thank you for considering the Ernie Pyle Library for your volunteer service!
The Ernie Pyle Library is not ADA accessible because the historic building and grounds include steps, narrow passages, and small spaces. The building was Ernie and Jerry Pyle’s 1,129 square foot home built in 1940. It is a National Historic Landmark and it is on the State, City and National registers of historic places. The closest ADA accessible Libraries include the San Pedro Library, South Broadway Library and Erna Fergusson Library.
