Volunteer

There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available including material delivery and pickup, program assistance, light housekeeping, collection assistance, and more. Contact our Special Services Coordinator or call (262) 569-2193, ext. 206.

Adults (18 Years or Older)

  1. Fill out a Volunteer Application (choose one):
  2. Submit your application at the Checkout Desk.
  3. Applicants will be contacted to set up an interview if volunteer opportunities are available.
  4. Applications are not processed during the summer.

Teens (Ages 12-17)

School Year

Teens interested in volunteering during the school year should contact our Youth Services Librarian to receive emails about teen volunteer opportunities.

Summer

Applications for summer volunteer opportunities will be available in the spring.

Teens—Volunteer With Us This Summer!

Need volunteer hours for National Honor Society? Want a fun, rewarding summer and a chance to make new friends? We’ve got you covered!

We’re looking for teen summer library program volunteers ages 12–18 (including 11‑year‑olds entering 7th grade for the 2026–2027 school year). Choose the opportunity that fits you best:

Summer Reading Room Assistant

Help families sign up for the Reading Challenge, hand out prizes and drawing tickets, and keep the Summer Reading Room stocked and tidy.

Event Assistant

Help set up, run, and clean up events throughout the summer—perfect for teens who like movement and variety.

Big Griff Mentor

Get paired with a younger reader from the Oconomowoc area and help them set and achieve a summer reading goal. Teens and kids who complete the program will be entered into a drawing for a Shop Oconomowoc Gift Certificate.

Questions?

If you have questions or want to learn more, contact Miss Lizzie at ebrazelton@oconomowoclibrary.org.

Apply Now!

Please fill out the teen summer library program volunteer application form, and make sure you complete any sections that apply to your volunteering interests. If you are interested in multiple volunteering options, you are welcome to apply for any number of them.