Home > About >> Support >> Docent Program

Docent Program: A Special Volunteer Opportunity

Opportunity Commitment Benefits Training & More Info Positions Form

The Docent Program at the Denver Public Library

You can help Library staff deliver top-quality service at the Central Library or at one of the 22 Denver branch libraries. We are looking for volunteers with a variety of talents and the ability to work with a diverse group of people. Bilingual docents are needed in all docent assignments.

A Docent (dó-sent) is:
a.	A recognized teacher or lecturer (not on the salaried staff).
b.	A knowledgeable guide (especially one who conducts visitors through the institution and delivers a commentary on the collections).

Interested? Please fill out the Docent Interest Form.

You may also print and return the form by mail or to any Denver Public Library.

We Need You...Join!

Docents and customers

Docents have a unique opportunity to:

Teach individuals how to access the Library’s electronic catalog and Internet.
Answer general questions.
Guide tours of the Central Library for a variety of ages, interests and groups.
Promote library services and programs.
Teach group Internet classes.
Assist staff with special projects and special events.
Assist Central Library customers with various Word Processing and Excel applications.

As part of the program, Docents agree to:

Complete the Docent training course.
Volunteer three hours per week for at least one year.
Attend Docent meetings.

Benefits to Being a Docent

Serve your local community with newly acquired skills.
Participate in the Library's training classes offered to paid staff.
10% discount at the Library Coffee Cafe.
Discount book purchases.
Courtesy library card with no overdue fines.
Parties, camaraderie and fun!

Training Materials

Beginners Online Training Manual (PDF)
Basic Computer Skills Tutorial Includes mouse tutorial

How Can I Learn More?

For more information about the Docent Program, please call the Docent Manager at 720-865-2043. TTY service for the deaf and hearing impaired, 720-865-1472.