Mississippi Library - Volunteer

Mississippi Library - Volunteer

Job Posting End Date:
February 26, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

Join to apply for the Mississippi Library - Volunteer role at Anoka County. The library utilizes volunteers in a number of ways to fulfill its mission to connect the community to ideas, information, and inspiration. From helping keep materials neat and shelved to assisting patrons with technology to mentoring youth, there is a variety of options for volunteering and gaining experience at the library.

This is an unpaid volunteer position. Interviews will take place as applications are received for those selected to move forward in the screening process based on current library needs. There are two volunteer roles available for a recurring experience at the library:
Reading Bridge Mentors (open to volunteers ages 15+) and Technology Assistants (open to volunteers ages 15+). All roles require a minimum commitment of 3 months with typical shifts of 1-2 hours per week.

For adults looking to volunteer for one-time events throughout the year, please contact the Friends of the Anoka County Library. They hold book sales and assist staff with programs and outreach events on an as‑needed basis. Teens looking for 5 hours or less to complete a school requirement or a one‑time service event can sign up via the Service Programs Calendar.

Work Location:

Mississippi branch located at 410 Mississippi St NE, Fridley, MN 55432

• Meet with your assigned student at the library each week during after‑school hours for the Reading Bridge season (fall, winter, summer).
• Lead a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grader in weekly 45‑minute sessions including reading aloud, student read‑aloud, playing games, activities to build literacy skills, selecting books together, checkout for home reading, and setting goals.
• Complete an online training and a short in‑person orientation at the library before mentoring.

• Assist patrons with using the printer, making copies, and scanning documents to their email.
• Help patrons browse the internet, navigate websites, and fill out online forms.
• Guide patrons in using digital tools such as setting up an email account, using the library’s online catalog to place holds, downloading and using the eBooks app, etc.

• Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities needed.
• Successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Selection Process:
  Application must show all relevant education and experience, and verify answers to supplemental questions.
• Pre‑employment requirements:
  May be required to sign an informed consent form for background checks. Applicants not signing will not be considered.

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Anoka County is committed to the principles of its affirmative action plan and equal employment opportunity. The County seeks no discrimination on basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, marital status, genetics, public assistance status, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.