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Book Lover, Librarian for Book Fairies Book Bank Coordinator

Part Time
Entry Level

Job Category:

Programs/Services

Location:

Nassau County

Job Sector:

Nonprofit Warehouse Coordinator – Part-time

Freeport, NY Literacy Nonprofit is looking for a book lover to help share the management responsibilities of our warehouse and work with our team to grow our mission.

Part-time

Days: Typically, Tuesday through Friday plus one Saturday or Sunday a month. You will be job-sharing this position with one other person.

Hours are from 9:30 am – 3:00 pm (flexibility a plus)

Starting pay will be between $18 – $20 based on experience

We have a unique opportunity for a book enthusiast to join our growing non-profit team. We are looking for an experienced, compassionate individual who has a love of books, may be looking to earn transferrable skills for public library work and is physically fit, with a roll-up your sleeve attitude for our fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. Must be able to work with Special Needs Individuals.

Duties – will include but are not limited to;

· Hands-on supervision of the book bank

· Oversee the receiving, loading, and unloading of book inventory, including working with our special need partners who may provide some of our pick-ups and deliveries or volunteer in the book bank

· Organize and maintain a neat, clean book storage area

· Train, evaluate and manage volunteers/corporate groups up to 20 people at a time who provide support daily support

· Ability to manage the categorization of books for sorting and packing

· Act as a spokesperson when introducing the mission to volunteers, donors, and partners

· Work with Program Director & Executive Director to identify, recommend and/or implement new procedures that guide the organization in maintaining and improving streamlined operational procedures

· Coordinate with our Program Director to manage the delivery/pick-up of books in our Freeport book bank as well as at our off-site storage units

· Monitoring book bank supply needs; order products and supplies in a timely manner

· Initiate and coordinate major projects such as book bank layout changes, equipment, and space needs and utilization with the ability to pivot when needed

· Work to ensure the safety of all who enter the warehouse.

· Identify and segregate adult books for sale and coordinate with book buyers.

· Arrange for recycling pick-up

· Coordinate with Logistics Coordinator daily to solidify details for pick-ups, deliveries, and volunteer activity

· Other tasks as needed

Skills/Requirements:

· Must be physically fit and able to lift 30lb+ boxes throughout the day

· Solid understanding of book categories and age levels

· Problem-solving and analytical ability

· Ability to manage inventory

· Must be able to work with/show compassion with special needs individuals

· Ability to multi-task and stay level-headed in a fast-paced workspace

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Strong Organization and time management skills

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

The Book Fairies