The Manske Library staff extends a sincere and heartfelt thank you to all Library volunteers who give of their time and talents to help the Library better serve the Farmers Branch community.

Volunteer Application Procedures

TEENS

1. Applicants MUST be at least 15 and no older than 17 to apply.
2. Pick-up a Teen Volunteer Packet at the Library.
3. Fill out every form and ensure that a parent or guardian signs the Emergency Contact Form and the Release Form.
4. Email address on the Release Form MUST be that of the applicant.
5. Return the packet to the Children's Desk or the Youth Services Supervisor.
6. Applicants should be notified within 5 days if approved as a volunteer.

ADULTS

1. Applicants aged 18+ must fill out an Adult Volunteer Packet.
2. Pick-up an Adult Volunteer Packet at the Library.
3. Fill-out every form and ensure that all required signatures are present.
4. Email address on the Release Form MUST be that of the applicant.
5. Return the packet to the Children's Desk or the Youth Services Supervisor.
6. Pending approval by the Youth Services Supervisor, the Release Form will be sent to City Hall.
7. Approved applicants will receive an email from City Hall with instruction to fill out background information. Background check may take up to 15 days.
8. After completing a background check, City Hall staff will notify applicants whether they are approved or denied as a volunteer.

For questions about volunteering at Farmers Branch Manske Library, please call 972.919.9815.