Opportunities From: One Albuquerque Volunteers

Volunteer: Westgate Library Teen Volunteer (age 13-17)

Thank you for considering volunteering your time at Westgate Library in Albuquerque!

Do you need to earn service hours for school, or for a special project? Do you want to gain work experience? Do you love Libraries and want to learn a little bit more about how they work?

Volunteers play an important role in assisting the Library to offer our services to the community on a continuing basis—and our teen volunteers are no exception!

Teen volunteers are selected based upon their qualifications, enthusiasm, and the needs of the Library at any given time.

 

What are some of the volunteering opportunities?

A sample of teen volunteer assignments is listed below. Not all opportunities are available at all times or at all branch locations. For a full list and descriptions, please ask at the Front Desk.

Shelf readerSpecial Programs AssistantBook Displays

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.

 

What are some of the necessary skills or abilities?

The skills we prefer our teen volunteers have experience with depends on the assignment. Here is a sample of skills we look for:

Good attention to detailKnowledge of alphabetical orderAbility to learn the Dewey Decimal SystemAbility to match bar code and titleAbility to follow oral and written instructionsAbility to work independentlyAbility to ask questions when clarification is neededAbility to become familiar with all sections of the branch

Please note that not all skills are necessary for all volunteer assignments.

 

Have an idea for a Library community activity?

Our teen volunteers have great ideas for community activities (especially for youth)! Besides the opportunities listed above, if you have another idea for an activity you think your branch Library could benefit from that you could volunteer for, let us know. At various branches, we have activities like chess club, storytimes for younger children, science programs, book clubs (in various languages)—the list goes on! You are welcome to talk to the Youth Volunteer Coordinator at your local Library to discuss what's possible.

 

AgreementAs a Library youth volunteer, you agree:To follow staff directions.To arrive on time and check in with staff upon my arrival.To inform the Branch as soon as possible if I am unable to volunteer during my regular schedule.

 

The Library agrees:To provide you with a safe work environment.To provide supervision and training by a member of the Library staff.To address your requests and concerns.

 

What else do I need?

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.

You will also be asked to complete a short interview with the branch's Volunteer Coordinator.

 

**Please note: Based on the New Mexico Child Labor Laws, youth ages 13-15 may only volunteer for up to 4 hours per week during the academic school year; and, when school is out, for up to 20 hours per week.**


IMPORTANT: Once you have read all of the above, please contact Josh R. at 505-768-4462 to discuss opportunities and availability.


Thank you for considering the Library for your volunteer service!

Organization: Westgate Library

Thank you for considering volunteering your time at Westgate Library in Albuquerque!

Do you need to earn service hours for school, or for a special project? Do you want to gain work experience? Do you love Libraries and want to learn a little bit more about how they work?

Volunteers play an important role in assisting the Library to offer our services to the community on a continuing basis—and our teen volunteers are no exception!

Teen volunteers are selected based upon their qualifications, enthusiasm, and the needs of the Library at any given time.

 

What are some of the volunteering opportunities?

A sample of teen volunteer assignments is listed below. Not all opportunities are available at all times or at all branch locations. For a full list and descriptions, please ask at the Front Desk.

Shelf readerSpecial Programs AssistantBook Displays

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.

 

What are some of the necessary skills or abilities?

The skills we prefer our teen volunteers have experience with depends on the assignment. Here is a sample of skills we look for:

Good attention to detailKnowledge of alphabetical orderAbility to learn the Dewey Decimal SystemAbility to match bar code and titleAbility to follow oral and written instructionsAbility to work independentlyAbility to ask questions when clarification is neededAbility to become familiar with all sections of the branch

Please note that not all skills are necessary for all volunteer assignments.

 

Have an idea for a Library community activity?

Our teen volunteers have great ideas for community activities (especially for youth)! Besides the opportunities listed above, if you have another idea for an activity you think your branch Library could benefit from that you could volunteer for, let us know. At various branches, we have activities like chess club, storytimes for younger children, science programs, book clubs (in various languages)—the list goes on! You are welcome to talk to the Youth Volunteer Coordinator at your local Library to discuss what's possible.

 

AgreementAs a Library youth volunteer, you agree:To follow staff directions.To arrive on time and check in with staff upon my arrival.To inform the Branch as soon as possible if I am unable to volunteer during my regular schedule.

 

The Library agrees:To provide you with a safe work environment.To provide supervision and training by a member of the Library staff.To address your requests and concerns.

 

What else do I need?

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.

You will also be asked to complete a short interview with the branch's Volunteer Coordinator.

 

**Please note: Based on the New Mexico Child Labor Laws, youth ages 13-15 may only volunteer for up to 4 hours per week during the academic school year; and, when school is out, for up to 20 hours per week.**


IMPORTANT: Once you have read all of the above, please contact Josh R. at 505-768-4462 to discuss opportunities and availability.


Thank you for considering the Library for your volunteer service!

Organization: Westgate Library

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 87121

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Enrichment Construction - East

Help us assemble sweet treats and enrichment items to help keep our pets mentally active, curious and stimulated. Come to the Eastside Shelter and you will have all the materials needed or ask about good options to make the items at home or outside our facilities by emailing awdvolunteer@cabq.gov.

Minors may need to be accompanied by an adult. 

If you're interested, for a more comprehensive list of our opportunities divided by pet, listings of the trainings needed to volunteer and all of the details about how to continue your volunteering process with us, please visit www.oneabqvolunteers.com/awd

Organization: AWD Animal Shelter

Help us assemble sweet treats and enrichment items to help keep our pets mentally active, curious and stimulated. Come to the Eastside Shelter and you will have all the materials needed or ask about good options to make the items at home or outside our facilities by emailing awdvolunteer@cabq.gov.

Minors may need to be accompanied by an adult. 

If you're interested, for a more comprehensive list of our opportunities divided by pet, listings of the trainings needed to volunteer and all of the details about how to continue your volunteering process with us, please visit www.oneabqvolunteers.com/awd

Organization: AWD Animal Shelter

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 87112

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Esports Tournament Organizer - West Mesa

Esports events are organized by Parks and Recreation in the community room at Central and Unser Library, typically on the 4th Saturday of the month, from 9:00a.m. to 6:00p.m. Volunteers help assist with a wide variety of tournament functions, such as unloading equipment, arranging table layouts, plugging in computers and consoles, reporting tournament results, and moderating gameplay. Parks and Recreation will provide all equipment necessary and guide volunteers on proper setup procedures.

Register at least 3 days before the event.  We will email the location and specific time to meet for sign-in two weeks before the event. This helps us communicate more effectively and limit last minute changes and communication difficulties. 

Only water is allowed in the community room, all food and drinks are prohibited at the library.
Please email zmartinez@cabq.gov  or call 505-549-0508 with any questions!

Organization: Parks and Recreation - Recreation Division

Esports events are organized by Parks and Recreation in the community room at Central and Unser Library, typically on the 4th Saturday of the month, from 9:00a.m. to 6:00p.m. Volunteers help assist with a wide variety of tournament functions, such as unloading equipment, arranging table layouts, plugging in computers and consoles, reporting tournament results, and moderating gameplay. Parks and Recreation will provide all equipment necessary and guide volunteers on proper setup procedures.

Register at least 3 days before the event.  We will email the location and specific time to meet for sign-in two weeks before the event. This helps us communicate more effectively and limit last minute changes and communication difficulties. 

Only water is allowed in the community room, all food and drinks are prohibited at the library.
Please email zmartinez@cabq.gov  or call 505-549-0508 with any questions!

Organization: Parks and Recreation - Recreation Division

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 87121

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Esports Tournament Organizer - Explora

Esports events are organized by Parks and Recreation in the X Teen Studio at Explora, typically every other Sunday from 11:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.

Volunteers help assist with a wide variety of tournament functions, such as unloading equipment, arranging table layouts, plugging in computers and consoles, reporting tournament results, and moderating gameplay. Parks and Recreation will provide all equipment necessary and guide volunteers on proper setup procedures.

Register at least 3 days before the event.  We will email the location and specific time to meet for sign-in two weeks before the event. This helps us communicate more effectively and limit last minute changes and communication difficulties.

Please email zmartinez@cabq.gov  or call 505-549-0508 with any questions!

Organization: Parks and Recreation - Recreation Division

Esports events are organized by Parks and Recreation in the X Teen Studio at Explora, typically every other Sunday from 11:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.

Volunteers help assist with a wide variety of tournament functions, such as unloading equipment, arranging table layouts, plugging in computers and consoles, reporting tournament results, and moderating gameplay. Parks and Recreation will provide all equipment necessary and guide volunteers on proper setup procedures.

Register at least 3 days before the event.  We will email the location and specific time to meet for sign-in two weeks before the event. This helps us communicate more effectively and limit last minute changes and communication difficulties.

Please email zmartinez@cabq.gov  or call 505-549-0508 with any questions!

Organization: Parks and Recreation - Recreation Division

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 87104

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Esports Tournament Organizer - Downtown

Esports events are organized by Parks and Recreation in the community room at Main Library, typically on the 3rd Saturday of the month, from 9:00a.m. to 6:00p.m. Volunteers help assist with a wide variety of tournament functions, such as unloading equipment, arranging table layouts, plugging in computers and consoles, reporting tournament results, and moderating gameplay. Parks and Recreation will provide all equipment necessary and guide volunteers on proper setup procedures.

Register at least 3 days before the event.  We will email the location and specific time to meet for sign-in two weeks before the event. This helps us communicate more effectively and limit last minute changes and communication difficulties.

 Only water is allowed in the community room, all food and drinks are prohibited at the library.

Please email zmartinez@cabq.gov or call 505-549-0508 with any questions!

Organization: Parks and Recreation - Recreation Division

Esports events are organized by Parks and Recreation in the community room at Main Library, typically on the 3rd Saturday of the month, from 9:00a.m. to 6:00p.m. Volunteers help assist with a wide variety of tournament functions, such as unloading equipment, arranging table layouts, plugging in computers and consoles, reporting tournament results, and moderating gameplay. Parks and Recreation will provide all equipment necessary and guide volunteers on proper setup procedures.

Register at least 3 days before the event.  We will email the location and specific time to meet for sign-in two weeks before the event. This helps us communicate more effectively and limit last minute changes and communication difficulties.

 Only water is allowed in the community room, all food and drinks are prohibited at the library.

Please email zmartinez@cabq.gov or call 505-549-0508 with any questions!

Organization: Parks and Recreation - Recreation Division

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 87102

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Mayor's Youth Advisory Council

The Albuquerque Mayor's Youth Advisory Council (MYAC) is a group of young people who provide advice and input to the city's mayor and other officials on issues affecting youth in the community. The council advises the mayor and city officials on policies, programs, and initiatives that impact young people. This includes providing insights on issues such as education, public safety, health, and recreational activities.

Applications are being accepted for eight At-Large positions.

Apply at cabq.gov/boardapply

Organization: City of Albuquerque-Boards & Commissions

The Albuquerque Mayor's Youth Advisory Council (MYAC) is a group of young people who provide advice and input to the city's mayor and other officials on issues affecting youth in the community. The council advises the mayor and city officials on policies, programs, and initiatives that impact young people. This includes providing insights on issues such as education, public safety, health, and recreational activities.

Applications are being accepted for eight At-Large positions.

Apply at cabq.gov/boardapply

Organization: City of Albuquerque-Boards & Commissions

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 87102

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Green Thumb Heroes: Help Us Grow & Thrive!

At the Herman Sanchez Community Center, we're excited to offer a new volunteer opportunity for those who love gardening and caring for plants! We're looking for volunteers to help revive and maintain our indoor and outdoor plants, ensuring that the center remains a welcoming and green space for all. Whether you have a green thumb or are just starting out, your help in nurturing our plants will make a big difference in creating a vibrant, healthy environment for everyone in our community. Join us in bringing life back to our garden spaces!

Organization: Herman Sanchez Community Center

At the Herman Sanchez Community Center, we're excited to offer a new volunteer opportunity for those who love gardening and caring for plants! We're looking for volunteers to help revive and maintain our indoor and outdoor plants, ensuring that the center remains a welcoming and green space for all. Whether you have a green thumb or are just starting out, your help in nurturing our plants will make a big difference in creating a vibrant, healthy environment for everyone in our community. Join us in bringing life back to our garden spaces!

Organization: Herman Sanchez Community Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 87102

Allow Groups: Yes