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Published 3/26/26 3:01PM
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East County Library grand opening!

Multnomah County Library
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Gresham, OR
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Start Date:
    May 16, 2026
    End Date:
    May 17, 2026
    Available Times:
    Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    75
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education, Science & Technology, Seniors & Retirement, Volunteering
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    16+
    Other Requirements:
    A volunteer application must be completed before becoming a volunteer. Volunteers must be 16+ or any age if volunteering with a parent/guardian.
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    The grand opening of East County Library will be a vibrant, celebratory, multigenerational and multicultural event!

    We are anticipating a large number of attendees and are looking for volunteers who are flexible and willing to help out where needed. Various shifts are available on Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17, 2026. Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks depending on what is needed most at the time. We are also looking for volunteers who are comfortable with technology to assist in the AV studio during the opening weekend.

    Volunteer training will be on Saturday, May 9, 10:00-11:30 am. Volunteers will get a tour of the library and learn about the weekend schedule and different volunteer roles.

    Location: East County Library, 475 NW Division Gresham, OR 97030

    Age Requirement: 16+ or any age if volunteering with a parent/guardian

    Available Shifts

    • Saturday, May 16, 8:00 am - 11:00 am (ribbon cutting)
    • Saturday, May 16, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
    • Saturday, May 16, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    • Saturday, May 16, 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
    • Sunday, May 17, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
    • Sunday, May, 17, 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
    • Sunday, May 17, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Tasks & Responsibilities

    • Help set up and break down the event
    • Greet event guests and help them find their way
    • Assist with guest seating
    • Distribute food and beverages
    • Assist performers
    • Help manage line queues

    Special Skills & Qualifications

    • Excited about new libraries
    • Enjoy talking with people
    • Conversationally fluent in English
    • Able to work in a busy and fast paced environment
    • Able to stand for the majority of the shift and lift up to 20 pounds
    • Able to work independently
    • For AV studio roles:
      • Comfortable using technology
      • Experience and/or comfort using video and sound recording equipment
      • Greet patrons and share information about the studio
      • Assist patrons with studio technology
      • Assist performers and help manage line queues

    Benefits

    • Enjoy amazing performances
    • Be a part of the grand opening celebration of this beautiful new space

    Training & Other Requirements

    • A volunteer application must be completed before being assigned to a shift
    • Wear a volunteer badge when you're volunteering

    Location

    On-site

    East County Library

    475 NW Division St, Gresham, OR 97030, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Review current opportunities and apply online.

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