Volunteers

Volunteers can play an important role within our libraries and we aim to provide meaningful work and an inclusive, fair and welcoming experience. Our volunteer involvement includes:

—Full recruitment, induction and training

—A clear role description

—A Volunteer Agreement process

—Support and supervision

—Relationship building with our Staff team members

—Program support: supporting our employees to prepare and deliver high-quality library programs for all ages

—Branch support: assisting with library presentation and helping our team keep our libraries pleasant and welcoming for everyone

—Skilled Volunteers: Skilled volunteers may be able to assist with provision of services, programs and activities that support our Vision and Mission.

Our Home Library service supports our community members who may not be able to come into their library due to illness, injury, mobility and access issues, or they may be caring for someone else. We keep an open mind about why people may need this special service.

Volunteers can help with selecting materials and delivering them to people. It’s a great chance to help someone in your community maintain their relationship with their library, and to engage with a client about their reading needs and desires.

The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) at Myli is a specialised volunteer position for passionate individuals committed to inclusivity and diversity. CAC members are volunteers who play a vital role in shaping library services to meet the diverse needs of communities, advocating for inclusive programs, and fostering community engagement.

CAC applicants should preferably reside or work within Bass Coast, Baw Baw, Cardinia, or South Gippsland Shires, possess or be eligible for a Working With Children Check (WWCC), commit to attending a minimum of two meetings annually, and not be affiliated with Myli or any Member Council. Additionally, they should demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community empowerment, along with excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills, coupled with a passion for innovation, library services, and community development.

To apply, please send your application to recruitment@myli.org.au. Your application should include a cover letter that explains your motivation to join the committee, how you can contribute to Myli’s purpose of creating inclusive libraries, and any relevant work or lived experience you bring to the role.

Reasonable adjustments can be made available for applicants with disabilities at any stage of the process. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as positions become available.

We offer limited work experience placements at our library branches, with up to two students per branch each year. If accepted, students work alongside staff to support library operations, although not in a direct customer service role.

To enquire about work experience at Myli, please send an email to support@myli.org.au.

Interested in becoming a volunteer? Please complete our Volunteer Enquiry Form. Alternatively, ask your local library team members (see Library locations and hours).

To view current volunteer opportunities at Myli, please click here.