Opportunities From: Volunteer Portal | City of Hillsboro

Be the first friendly face patrons see as they enter Brookwood Library. Volunteers welcome each patron as they enter and thank them as they leave.  You'll help with way finding, assist staff in occasional simple projects that can be done at the desk, and answer patron questions about library services.  Greeters share two hours per shift between hours of 10 AM-6 PM anytime library is open (occasional evening shift for an after hours event).  

Join us for the Harvest 5K and help create a fun, safe, and welcoming experience for runners and walkers!

Volunteers will support the event in a variety of roles, including helping at the registration table, directing participants along the course, assisting at street crossings, and cheering on runners as they make their way to the finish line.

This is a great opportunity for volunteers who enjoy being outdoors, encouraging others, and helping bring a community event to life. Volunteers should be comfortable standing for most of the shift, although you are welcome to bring a chair if needed.

The Harvest 5K takes place rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Age Requirement: 16+
Location: Outdoors
Volunteer Roles: Registration, course direction, street-crossing support, and cheering on participants

Help bring OrencoFest to life! Parks & Recreation is looking for volunteers to support a full day of fall activities, live performances, vendors, games, crafts, and more at Jerry Willey Plaza.

Volunteers will help create a fun, welcoming experience for community members throughout the event. Assignments may vary depending on event needs and could include:

Event setup and breakdown

Craft station support

Concessions support

Games and prizes

Activity zone support

General event assistance

Volunteers working at craft and activity stations should be comfortable interacting with children and families, helping manage supplies and materials, and assisting participants with activities.

Shifts

Two volunteer shifts are available:

AM Shift: 11 am–3:30 pm

PM Shift: 3–8 pm

We are looking for four volunteers per shift, for a total of eight volunteers.

Food, beverages, and breaks will be provided. Shift times include any necessary orientation, setup, or cleanup responsibilities.

What to Expect

This is an active, outdoor volunteer opportunity. Volunteers should be prepared to:

Stand and walk for extended periods

Interact with children, families, and other community members

Help move tables, chairs, tents, supplies, and other event materials

Lift up to 50 pounds as needed

Work outdoors in September weather with limited shade

Be flexible and assist where needed throughout the event

Training and instructions will be provided at the beginning of each shift.

What to Wear

Please wear:

Closed-toe shoes

Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing

Volunteers are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle.

Help us celebrate the Parks & Recreation staff who serve our community every day! Volunteers will support the Parks All Staff Appreciation Event at Hidden Creek Community Center and help create a welcoming, fun, and organized experience for staff.

Volunteer assignments may vary based on event needs and could include:

Assisting with bingo and other activities

Welcoming staff and helping with event check-in

Serving as an event floater to answer general questions and provide directional support

Helping with event setup and tear down

Assisting with other event needs as they arise

Volunteers will receive instructions and any necessary training when they arrive. Staff will be available throughout the event to provide guidance and support.

Commitment

Volunteers are asked to serve from 10 am–3 pm on Friday, September 4. Breaks, lunch, and beverages will be provided.

Desired Skills and Abilities

This opportunity is moderately physical and may include standing, walking, lifting light event materials, and moving between indoor and outdoor spaces.

We are looking for volunteers who are:

Friendly, welcoming, and comfortable interacting with others

Flexible and willing to help where needed

Comfortable answering basic questions and providing directions

Enthusiastic about helping create a fun and positive event

Please dress comfortably and appropriately for both indoor and outdoor activities.

Help set up the chairs for this presentation on the world of Artificial Intelligence in Business.  After set up you'll greet attendees, keep a count of the number of people, then help put the chairs away at the end.  

Welcome participants and guide small group conversations, introduce simple discussion topics and activities, encouraging everyone to participate while creating a supportive environment for English learners of various skill levels.  This is an informal conversation hour, not a structured English language class,  hosts are here to provide a positive, welcoming, safe place for people to practice learning a new language.  An ability to patiently and positively support patrons is required, prior teaching or facilitation skills helpful but not required.  An overview of how to initiate and keep the conversations going will be provided.  Hosts may sometimes need to do a simple room set up which may include setting up chairs or tables and restacking the chairs, placing tables back in storage area at the end. 

Assist patrons with learning how to use their devices from smart phones to laptops, and occasionally how to use basic computer programs.  Must be patient, and able to explain clearly how to use a device, or to answer patron questions so they can get the most out of their desktop, laptop, smart phone, smart watch etc.  Bilingual skills helpful but not required.  An ability to work with a wide array of age groups, but a special sensitivity for working with elders is important, as they are the ones most likely to make use of this service.  Ability to work in both android and apple products highly desired, with an above average understanding of the operating systems and how to navigate them on the various devices.

Spend the day helping create a fun and active experience for youth ages 6–12 during SHARC’s No School Day program.

Volunteers will engage with youth throughout the day by leading age-appropriate games and activities, supporting staff with group management, and helping children stay involved and included. Activities may take place inside SHARC, outside in Shute Park, at the library, in the swimming pool, or during other planned adventures.

This is an active volunteer opportunity. Volunteers should be comfortable walking, standing for long periods, getting down on the ground to interact with children, being outdoors in different weather conditions, and swimming at SHARC.

Training will be provided at the start of the shift.

Senior Center: Library & Game Collection Organizer

Location: Senior Center, City of Hillsboro, OR
Reports To: Senior Center Administrative Support Specialist

Position Overview

The Library & Game Collection Organizer helps maintain the Senior Center's Little Library and community game collection, ensuring they remain clean, organized, welcoming, and enjoyable for all visitors. This volunteer role supports literacy, lifelong learning, and social engagement by keeping books and games in good condition, neatly displayed, and appropriate for the Senior Center community.

As part of this once-a-week volunteer opportunity, you will help organize books, remove damaged or inappropriate materials, dust shelves, arrange games, and create an inviting space that encourages seniors to browse, borrow, and enjoy the collection. Your attention to detail and commitment to providing a welcoming environment will help support the City of Hillsboro's mission of fostering an inclusive and engaging community for older adults.

Key Responsibilities

Organize the Little Library:

Maintain the Library Area:

Organize the Game Collection:

Support a Welcoming Environment:

Collaborate with Staff & Volunteers:

Support Mission & Values:

Qualifications

Experience:

Skills:

Traits:

Physical Requirements:

Schedule

Benefits

Location: Senior Center, City of Hillsboro, OR

Reports To: Senior Center Administrative Support Specialist

Position Overview:

The Senior Center Greeter is the first point of contact for all visitors, providing a warm and welcoming environment to seniors, families, and community members. This role is crucial in ensuring that everyone who walks through the door feels seen, heard, and guided with respect and professionalism. As a Greeter, you will help create a positive and vibrant atmosphere by assisting guests in finding the events or activities they’re seeking, answering questions, and connecting them with additional resources or information as needed.

Your customer service skills, friendly demeanor, and passion for supporting the Hillsboro community will help you embody the mission and values of the City of Hillsboro. You will be a representative of the Senior Center’s dedication to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and supportive space for all.

Key Responsibilities:

Welcome & Engage Visitors:

·                     Greet all visitors with a friendly and positive attitude, making them feel valued and appreciated.

·                     Provide general information about the Senior Center’s daily activities, events, and services.

·                     Offer guidance to help visitors navigate the space and locate specific events or programs.

Direct Visitors to Events & Activities:

·                     Be familiar with the schedule of events and activities, providing accurate directions and recommendations to visitors.

·                     Assist in checking in attendees for scheduled events or programs.

·                     Ensure that individuals with special needs are supported and informed about the available services or accommodations.

Customer Service:

·                     Provide clear, concise, and polite responses to questions about the Senior Center’s offerings, policies, and community resources.

·                     Assist with minor troubleshooting or concerns and direct more complex inquiries to appropriate staff members.

Maintain a Welcoming Environment:

·                     Keep the entrance area tidy and inviting.

·                     Create a positive, respectful atmosphere for all visitors, embodying the Senior Center’s mission of inclusion and support.

Collaborate with Staff & Volunteers:

·                     Communicate effectively with Senior Center staff and fellow volunteers to ensure smooth operations.

Support Mission & Values:

·                     Actively contribute to maintaining an environment that aligns with the City of Hillsboro's values of respect, service, integrity, and innovation.

·                     Ensure that all visitors feel welcomed regardless of background, ability, or circumstance.

Qualifications:

Experience:

·                     Previous customer service or volunteer experience preferred, particularly in community or senior-focused environments.

Skills:

·                     Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

·                     Ability to engage with a diverse range of people in a friendly and professional manner.

·                     Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Traits:

·                     Friendly, patient, and approachable personality.

·                     Passion for serving the community and helping others.

·                     Ability to work independently while maintaining a team-oriented mindset.

Physical Requirements:

·                     Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

·                     Comfortable with occasional light lifting or moving of materials (e.g., event flyers, seating arrangements).

Benefits:

·                     Make a positive impact in your community by supporting the well-being of seniors and helping create a welcoming environment.

·                     Gain experience in customer service, volunteer coordination, and community engagement.

·                     Opportunity to meet new people, build connections, and be part of a compassionate team.

·                     Flexible shift hours to accommodate your schedule.

Volunteer Position: Greeter

Location: Senior Center, City of Hillsboro, OR

Reports To: Senior Center Administrative Support Specialist

Position Overview:

The Senior Center Greeter is the first point of contact for all visitors, providing a warm and welcoming environment to seniors, families, and community members. This role is crucial in ensuring that everyone who walks through the door feels seen, heard, and guided with respect and professionalism. As a Greeter, you will help create a positive and vibrant atmosphere by assisting guests in finding the events or activities they’re seeking, answering questions, and connecting them with additional resources or information as needed.

Your customer service skills, friendly demeanor, and passion for supporting the Hillsboro community will help you embody the mission and values of the City of Hillsboro. You will be a representative of the Senior Center’s dedication to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and supportive space for all.

Key Responsibilities:

Welcome & Engage Visitors:

·                     Greet all visitors with a friendly and positive attitude, making them feel valued and appreciated.

·                     Provide general information about the Senior Center’s daily activities, events, and services.

·                     Offer guidance to help visitors navigate the space and locate specific events or programs.

Direct Visitors to Events & Activities:

·                     Be familiar with the schedule of events and activities, providing accurate directions and recommendations to visitors.

·                     Assist in checking in attendees for scheduled events or programs.

·                     Ensure that individuals with special needs are supported and informed about the available services or accommodations.

Customer Service:

·                     Provide clear, concise, and polite responses to questions about the Senior Center’s offerings, policies, and community resources.

·                     Assist with minor troubleshooting or concerns and direct more complex inquiries to appropriate staff members.

Maintain a Welcoming Environment:

·                     Keep the entrance area tidy and inviting.

·                     Create a positive, respectful atmosphere for all visitors, embodying the Senior Center’s mission of inclusion and support.

Collaborate with Staff & Volunteers:

·                     Communicate effectively with Senior Center staff and fellow volunteers to ensure smooth operations.

Support Mission & Values:

·                     Actively contribute to maintaining an environment that aligns with the City of Hillsboro's values of respect, service, integrity, and innovation.

·                     Ensure that all visitors feel welcomed regardless of background, ability, or circumstance.

Qualifications:

Experience:

·                     Previous customer service or volunteer experience preferred, particularly in community or senior-focused environments.

Skills:

·                     Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

·                     Ability to engage with a diverse range of people in a friendly and professional manner.

·                     Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Traits:

·                     Friendly, patient, and approachable personality.

·                     Passion for serving the community and helping others.

·                     Ability to work independently while maintaining a team-oriented mindset.

Physical Requirements:

·                     Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

·                     Comfortable with occasional light lifting or moving of materials (e.g., event flyers, seating arrangements).

Benefits:

·                     Make a positive impact in your community by supporting the well-being of seniors and helping create a welcoming environment.

·                     Gain experience in customer service, volunteer coordination, and community engagement.

·                     Opportunity to meet new people, build connections, and be part of a compassionate team.

·                     Flexible shift hours to accommodate your schedule.

Volunteer Position: Bilingual Spanish Ambassador

Location: Hillsboro Community Senior Center, City of Hillsboro, Oregon

Reports To: Senior Center Administrative Support Specialist, Berenice Melson

Position Overview

The Bilingual Spanish Ambassador serves as a welcoming and trusted resource for Spanish-speaking older adults, families, and community members visiting the Hillsboro Community Senior Center. This volunteer plays an important role in creating an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment by helping reduce language barriers and ensuring visitors have access to programs, services, and information.

As one of the first points of contact, the Bilingual Spanish Ambassador greets visitors in both English and Spanish, assists with wayfinding, answers general questions, and helps connect community members with Senior Center staff and resources. This position supports the City of Hillsboro's commitment to equity, inclusion, accessibility, and exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Welcome and Assist Visitors

Language Assistance

Community Engagement

Customer Service

Support Staff and Volunteers

Support the City's Mission and Values

Qualifications

Language Skills

Experience

Skills

Personal Qualities

Physical Requirements

Benefits

If you enjoy the Walters Performance Series and would love to volunteer, then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and help people find their seats. You may be asked to assist performers with merchandise sales and staff with light clean-up tasks at the end of the show (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.). Volunteer shifts available for evening performances as well as for our weekend family matinees.

Key Responsibilities:

If you enjoy the Walters Performance Series and would love to volunteer, then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and help people find their seats. You may be asked to assist performers with merchandise sales and staff with light clean-up tasks at the end of the show (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.). Volunteer shifts available for evening performances as well as for our weekend family matinees.

Key Responsibilities:

If you enjoy the Walters Performance Series and would love to volunteer, then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and help people find their seats. You may be asked to assist performers with merchandise sales and staff with light clean-up tasks at the end of the show (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.). Volunteer shifts available for evening performances as well as for our weekend family matinees.

Key Responsibilities:

If you enjoy the Walters Performance Series and would love to volunteer, then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and help people find their seats. You may be asked to assist performers with merchandise sales and staff with light clean-up tasks at the end of the show (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.). Volunteer shifts available for evening performances as well as for our weekend family matinees.

Key Responsibilities:

This storytime is always focused on a science theme including a science based activity related to the story.  Volunteers assist with set up, and are proactive in assisting young attendees with the hands on science portion of the activity. Volunteers will assist with clean up afterwards. Volunteers should be prepared for a high degree of interaction, have patience, and the ability to know when to provide help to the little learners. All will be attending with an adult, but some adults are more engaged than others. Volunteers will support storyteller by making sure supplies are available and being safely used, and anticipating the needs to keep the activity components ready to go at all times.  Discovery Storytime alternates with Simple Science monthly alternating between both libraries. 

This storytime is always focused on a science theme including a science based activity related to the story.  Volunteers assist with set up, and are proactive in assisting young attendees with the hands on science portion of the activity. Volunteers will assist with clean up afterwards. Volunteers should be prepared for a high degree of interaction, have patience, and the ability to know when to provide help to the little learners. All will be attending with an adult, but some adults are more engaged than others. Volunteers will support storyteller by making sure supplies are available and being safely used, and anticipating the needs to keep the activity components ready to go at all times.  Discovery Storytime alternates with Simple Science monthly alternating between both libraries. 

Assist storyteller Librarian by helping set up the room, pass out namebadges, help attendees find a seat, help with the activities as directed by librarian and help clean up the space after the story.  This storytime is for babies, birth to 12 months.  

Assist patrons who drop in to use the Silhouette digital Die Cutter and the Heat Press to do creative projects.  Hosts need proficiency in using both machines and the ability to provide guidance and troubleshooting to the patrons who have stopped in to use the equipment.  Hosts will help patrons navigate Silhouette Studio, prepare and cut vinyl designs, weed and position materials and then safely use the heat press.  You'll also answer beginner questions, troubleshoot simple project issues, monitor equipment use, and assist with setting up the area and cleaning up afterwards.  Because this is a drop in option, you may have one person, you may have three or four, and sometimes you might not have anyone.  When it's just you, you have the opportunity to create something of your own.  Often when you are working on your own project, patrons will inquire, giving you the chance to engage them in trying something on their own.  Edgar will provide, (by arrangement) training to prepare you to faciliate these sessions, and make sure you understand using the Studio platform and the equipment.  

Volunteers provide patrons with one-on-one support with basic sewing skills including; pattern reading, fabric prep, machine set up, threading, hemming, and troubleshooting projects.  Volunteers encourage participants and maintain a positive, welcoming environment while insuring the safe use of the Collab's sewing equipment.  A proficient knowledge of sewing and sewing machine use is required.  Training on the use and operation of the library sewing machines will be provided.  This is a drop in "clinic", with no guarentee of how many people may stay by during the posted times.  When no patrons are using the service, volunteers should be prepared to work on a project of their own, as often that will inspire patrons to engage with you giving you the opportunity to promote the drop in sessions.  You may also answer questions about other Collaboratory services, you'll be provided a general overview of what the collaboratory offers.  You'll also help set up the sewing stations and clean up at the end. 

Simple science is a hands on mini science event held once a month alternating between the two libraries. Volunteers help the STEM librarian with setting up the science activity tables, helping patrons experience the hands on science, and then staying to clean up and put away the supplies.  These events typically attract older toddlers to about grade 3, are very popular, and can be somewhat chaotic and loud. Some parents are more engaged then others so volunteers must be proactive in looking for opportunities to help little learners who may not understand the concept and need help accomplishing the hands on task. Online overview available to view prior to your first shift. Contact Volunteer office for link.

English/Spanish storytime for toddlers to pre-K helpers support the storyteller by welcoming patrons, helping set up the room, helping with any crafts, and helping to clean up.  Most helpful to have a somewhat fluent grasp of Spanish to be able to interact with attendees.

Help make the magic of story time happen!  Helpers assist with setting up the story space, sometimes prepping make and take materials a head of time (by arrangement), welcoming patrons in the room, helping them find a place to sit, then helping the story teller engage the guests in the story!  You'll do the hand gestures, sing the songs, act things out right along with the librarian leading the story time.  You'll help with the make and take activity then help say goodbye to patrons and help clean up the space.

Help make the magic of story time happen!  Helpers assist with setting up the story space, sometimes prepping make and take materials a head of time (by arrangement), welcoming patrons in the room, helping them find a place to sit, then helping the story teller engage the guests in the story!  You'll do the hand gestures, sing the songs, act things out right along with the librarian leading the story time.  You'll help with the make and take activity then help say goodbye to patrons and help clean up the space.

If you enjoy the Walters Performance Series and would love to volunteer, then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and help people find their seats. You may be asked to assist performers with merchandise sales and staff with light clean-up tasks at the end of the show (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.). Volunteer shifts available for evening performances as well as for our weekend family matinees.

Key Responsibilities:

If you enjoy the Walters Performance Series and would love to volunteer, then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and help people find their seats. You may be asked to assist performers with merchandise sales and staff with light clean-up tasks at the end of the show (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.). Volunteer shifts available for evening performances as well as for our weekend family matinees.

Key Responsibilities:

If you enjoy Dance Nights at the Walters, this opportunity is for you!

Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and assist with light clean-up tasks at the end of the event (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.).

Once ticket holders are checked in, you can even take a spin on the dance floor yourself!

Key Responsibilities:

If you enjoy the Walters Performance Series and would love to volunteer, then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and help people find their seats. You may be asked to assist performers with merchandise sales and staff with light clean-up tasks at the end of the show (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.). Volunteer shifts available for evening performances as well as for our weekend family matinees.

Key Responsibilities:

If you enjoy the Walters Performance Series and would love to volunteer, then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and help people find their seats. You may be asked to assist performers with merchandise sales and staff with light clean-up tasks at the end of the show (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.). Volunteer shifts available for evening performances as well as for our weekend family matinees.

Key Responsibilities:

Bilingual in Vietnamese helpful but not required, familiarity with assisting with our Library storytimes suggested.  You'll help with set up and clean up, hand out storytime supplies, and enthusiastically support the storyteller as she weaves her magic, you'll sing and clap along, maybe even encourage others to do a little dance.  Plus at the end of the storytime there will be a meet and greet with bunnies courtesy of Rose City Rabbit Rescue.  To keep the bunnies safe, this will be a "special" secret surprise for our storytime participants.  Volunteers are welcome to stay and help manage the lines of people who will want to meet and pet the bunnies.  

Help patrons celebrate this Asian cultural harvest festival also known as the Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival.  It is marked by the full moon symbolizing prosperity and good fortune.  You'll help with welcoming patrons, facilitating a simple craft, helping at the temporary tatoo station and cleaning up.  Volunteers must enjoy interacting with children and their families, and be comfortable participating in a sometimes loud and crowded room.  This is one of our most attended family cultural events, it gets bigger every year!  

Lots to do to turn the event room into an Asian heritage festival!  Come help decorate, set up tables, chairs, and activities.  Usually includes some crafty tasks like cutting things out, or light assembling of paper lanterns.  Some lifting (the heaviest would be the chairs which are a couple of pounds), bending, reaching, stretching.  Lots of being on your feet for a couple hours, but moving all the time.

If you enjoy the Walters Performance Series and would love to volunteer, then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and help people find their seats. You may be asked to assist performers with merchandise sales and staff with light clean-up tasks at the end of the show (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.). Volunteer shifts available for evening performances as well as for our weekend family matinees.

Key Responsibilities:

If you enjoy the Walters Performance Series and would love to volunteer, then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and help people find their seats. You may be asked to assist performers with merchandise sales and staff with light clean-up tasks at the end of the show (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.). Volunteer shifts available for evening performances as well as for our weekend family matinees.

Key Responsibilities:

If you enjoy the Walters Performance Series and would love to volunteer, then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and help people find their seats. You may be asked to assist performers with merchandise sales and staff with light clean-up tasks at the end of the show (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.). Volunteer shifts available for evening performances as well as for our weekend family matinees.

Key Responsibilities:

If you enjoy the Walters Performance Series and would love to volunteer, then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and help people find their seats. You may be asked to assist performers with merchandise sales and staff with light clean-up tasks at the end of the show (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.). Volunteer shifts available for evening performances as well as for our weekend family matinees.

Key Responsibilities:

If you enjoy the Walters Performance Series and would love to volunteer, then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and help people find their seats. You may be asked to assist performers with merchandise sales and staff with light clean-up tasks at the end of the show (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.). Volunteer shifts available for evening performances as well as for our weekend family matinees.

Key Responsibilities:

An evening story time designed to be a bit more calming!  Feel free to dress in your favorite PJ's and slippers!  The Librarian will tell a quiet story and have a very calming activity or simple craft sometimes, but more often this storytime is designed to be calming and not super active.  Most attendees are toddler to Kindergarten.  This storytime alternates with our International language storytimes at Brookwood Library, and is usually held twice per month on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday nights. 

Volunteer orientations are mandatory for all ongoing volunteers. At the orientation, volunteer responsibilities, scheduling, dress code, code of conduct, opportunities, and more will be discussed. A criminal background check is also part of the process and it must be completed prior to your first volunteer shift. 

All volunteer orientations are currently conducted virtually in a group setting. We will send out a Microsoft Teams meeting invitation the week of your scheduled volunteer orientation.

Enthusiastically inspire patrons to participate in our signature event, The Summer Reading Program!  Each year has a different theme, but the task is consistent.  Volunteers invite patrons to the table and share information about how to participate in the summer reading program.  Readers of all ages may participate, with slightly different forms for each sections (children, teens, adults).  Online training is provided giving you an overview of the year's process/theme.  Many patrons have done this for years, so just need to pick up their new reading log, and if they are children or teens, get a chance to select a free book!  If time allows, (Meaning you don't have another patron waiting for information) you'll help guide them through the different age categories for their free book.  (they don't have to pick a book from their age category, some of them may read above or below their age, so they can choose what they want).  Be sure to share with them the schedule of programs (outreach and in library) that go along with the summer theme.  (Details usually in the summer event guide, or on a handout you can give them).  Once they've completed their reading log, they'll bring it back and you, the volunteer, enthusiastically praise the accomplishment, have them (or the parent) fill out the short survey, and then award them their certificate, raffle ticket, and a ticket to the end of summer reading program party!  During downtimes, keep the shelves stocked and looking nice.  It's always a great idea to take a look at the various books so you can suggest things to the patrons.  It's always an opportunity to ask them if they have a library card, if they don't be sure you refer them to the librarians at the service desk so they can get one!  

Join us in maintaining the beautiful Harold Eastman Rose Garden! This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, meet new people, and contribute to the community. No prior knowledge of deadheading roses is needed; instructions will be provided on-site.

What to Bring:

What We Provide:

We look forward to seeing you there and appreciate your help in keeping our rose garden in pristine condition. Please sign up in advance to secure your spot.

Help our patrons keep up with reading over the summer by hosting our summer reading program display at each library.  You'll explain how the summer reading program (SRP) works, help people understand how to use their reading log and help them pick out a free book to start them on their reading journey. It's busiest in June, so SRP volunteers are encouraged to help support our summer outreach and summer family events too during the rest of the summer.  The kiosk display remains through August.  Volunteers view online training prior to taking a shift at the display.  Shifts are two hours during open library hours with the busiest times typically 10 AM-4 PM.  

Shute Park Library offers Spanish language computer/technology skills classes for our patrons.  We're looking for a bi-lingual tech class helper to support our teacher and patrons during these classes.  No teaching experience needed, but you do need to be conversationally fluent in Spanish, be comfortable with basic computer skills, familiar with Chromebooks and Google Apps (Docs, gmail, drive), and have an ease working with people with varying backgrounds and skill levels.  

Join us to learn all about Hillsboro's Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)!

*Attendees must attend class on BOTH October 22, 2026 and October 27, 2026*

Hillsboro’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. 

This 8-hour introductory course is offered in two, four-hour classes and is mostly in a classroom setting. This introductory course is open to anyone interested in learning how they can prepare for an emergency as well as those interested in becoming part of the Community Emergency Response Team.

If you enjoy Dance Nights at the Walters, this opportunity is for you!

Volunteers greet guests, scan tickets at the door, answer questions, and assist with light clean-up tasks at the end of the event (picking up litter, folding tablecloths, etc.).

Once ticket holders are checked in, you can even take a spin on the dance floor yourself!

Key Responsibilities:

Position Overview: Assist the Hostess in setting tables with glassware, silverware, sugar, and cream. For special occasions, may be asked to assist with decorations in the Dining Hall.

Key Responsibilities:

Position Overview: Food Distribution Line volunteers are invaluable members of our team, playing a crucial role in the post-lunch food distribution of donated foods at the City of Hillsboro. In this registered volunteer position, Ambassadors are responsible for sorting foods from boxes to ice bins or reorganizing foods to facilitate easy patron choice selection. Please note that some food boxes may individually weigh as much as 20 pounds, which may limit some volunteers during this part of the process.

Key Responsibilities:

Position Overview: The Hillsboro Community Senior Center receives donations from Trader Joe’s on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and New Seasons Market every Tuesday. Volunteer drivers use City of Hillsboro vehicles. Employees at the stores can help move donations into the trunk. Unloading typically ends around 10 am at the Community Senior Center.

Key Responsibilities:

Position Overview: As a Hostess Volunteer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our weekday lunch service. Your primary responsibilities will include handling lunch payments, distributing place mats, and managing the cash box. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our community and support our mission of providing quality services to our patrons.

Key Responsibilities:

Position Overview: Volunteers are needed to serve meals, monitor the salad bar, assist the hostess with seating, keep the beverage station stocked, and work with kitchen staff to ensure all patrons are served in a timely, effective manner. A commitment of once per week is preferred.

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