Employment & Volunteer Opportunities

Library Employment

Employment applications are available at all branches of the Public Libraries of Saginaw or you may click here for an application available in Adobe Acrobat Reader format. You’ll have to print it and fill it out, then take it in to any Public Libraries of Saginaw branch. Applications are kept on file for six months for review in the event of a vacancy.

Download the Employment Application Here

Current Openings

Library Board Trustee

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Brief Job Description:

The Public Libraries of Saginaw is seeking a new member to join our Board of Trustees. We invite community members who are passionate about library services and community enrichment to apply. 

Eligibility Requirements: 
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, a qualified voter, and must reside in one of the following areas:

  • City of Saginaw
  • Kochville Township
  • City of Zilwaukee 

 

To be considered, please submit a letter of interest that addresses the following questions:

  1. Why do you want to serve on the Library Board?
  2. What specific expertise would you bring to the Library Board?
  3. Describe your vision for the Public Libraries of Saginaw.
  4. What are the three most critical issues facing the Public Libraries of Saginaw at this time? 

Along with your letter of interest, please include a current resume. 

Deadline to Apply: June 6, 2025 

Submit materials to: Maria McCarville, Director mmccarville@saginawlibrary.org 

We appreciate your interest in supporting the mission and future of our public libraries and look forward to hearing from potential candidates.

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Library Volunteer Opportunities

The Public Libraries of Saginaw recognizes and appreciates citizen participation through volunteer service. Please note that volunteer hours are based on each library branch's needs and are not always available.

  1. Volunteers must complete a volunteer application form and be age 14 or older. Volunteers under the age 18 must have written permission from their parent or guardian and present a valid work permit to volunteer for the library.
  2. Volunteers will be accepted as needs arise. Submission of the volunteer application does not guarantee acceptance as a volunteer.
  3. Volunteers will not take the place of paid staff. Volunteers will be expected to set, and adhere to, a schedule with the supervisor where they are assigned.
  4. Volunteers are recognized by the public as representatives of the Library and shall be guided by the same work and behavior code as employees. Volunteers will wear an identification badge when volunteering at the Library.
  5. Volunteer applicants will sign a liability waiver. Criminal background checks are done for those 18 years or older.

To be considered for volunteer opportunities, complete and submit the Volunteer Application form to any of our branches. 

Download the Volunteer Application Here