Behind the Scenes Volunteer:
The Role: Are you a detail-oriented "maker" who prefers to work out of the spotlight? We need independent helpers who work behind the scenes to make our programs, events and displays even better.
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Key Tasks: Prepping "Take and Make" craft kits (cutting, sorting, assembly), filling supplies, folding documents, and assembling Welcome Kits, Cricut machine work and other duties as assigned.
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Ideal Match: Someone who enjoys repetitive, tactile tasks and can work efficiently with minimal supervision.
Community Ambassador:
The Role: Do you love the Cobourg Public Library and want to tell the world about it? Help us take the Library beyond our four walls!
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Key Tasks: Representing the Library at community events alongside staff, promoting our resources, and assisting with both in-house and off-site programming.
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Ideal Match: An outgoing, "people person" with great communication skills and a passion for community engagement.
Library Garden Steward:
The Role: Do you have a green thumb and a passion for the outdoors? We are looking for dedicated volunteers to help our Library’s garden flourish! This role is essential for maintaining a beautiful, ecological space for our community to enjoy from spring through autumn.
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Key Tasks: Hands-on maintenance including watering, weeding, and planting throughout the growing season (May to October).
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The Commitment: Volunteers must be able to adhere to a consistent, pre-determined schedule at the Cobourg Public Library to ensure our plants stay healthy.
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Ideal Match: Someone who loves gardening, enjoys being active outdoors, and is reliable enough to stick to a watering schedule even in the summer heat.
Home Services Delivery:
The Role: Bring the Library to those who can't come to us. This role combines a love of reading with a vital social connection, ensuring our homebound patrons stay inspired and engaged.
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Key Tasks: Curating a monthly selection of materials based on a patron's unique interests (with staff guidance) and making personal deliveries.
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Essential Requirements: * A valid Full G Driver’s License.
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Willingness to drive within both Cobourg and the Township of Hamilton.
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Ideal Match: Someone reliable, empathetic, and organized who enjoys building one-on-one relationships.
Note to Applicants: We are currently at full capacity for our Home Services Delivery volunteer team. However, we are always happy to accept applications for our waitlist to be contacted when a position becomes available!
