Part-time Programs Assistant

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Job Summary

Book’em is seeking a part-time Programs Assistant to join our committed team – someone who is passionate about books, literacy, and children/teens and wants to help us provide more books and reading role models for Nashville’s youth. At Book’em, we work hard, have fun, and believe in work/life balance. We encourage and celebrate diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.

The mission of Book’em is to create a more literate Nashville and ignite children’s passion for reading through book ownership and enthusiastic volunteers. We envision a future in Nashville where all children own books and know first-hand the joy and value of reading. For more information about Book’em, please visit www.bookem-kids.org.

This position is in-person (you have to be where the books are) for 24 hours/week. Our regular hours are 9:00 to 5:00 Monday through Thursday and this employee will help determine their schedule within those days and hours. Some evenings and weekends will be required with advance notice.  

If you are looking for a place to use your skills to make a difference for Nashville’s youth, please consider Book’em.

Job Purpose

To assist with our book and reading programs and help with other needs and priorities. Employee will primarily help with processing books for distribution and collaborate with staff to fulfill our mission. The Programs Assistant reports to our Program Managers.

 

Job Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process in book donations and purchases
• Fulfill book requests and book distributions
• Train and work with individual volunteers and volunteer groups helping with book processing
• Assist with book pick-ups and book drop offs
• Deliver books and pick up books as needed
• Assist with other needs when they arise
• Update and complete forms and paperwork
• Maintain working relationships that ensure the success of Book’em. This includes maintaining positive interpersonal relationships with partners, donors, volunteers, and staff.
• Assist with operations, volunteers, technology, marketing, social media, office functions, books, fundraising, and other duties as needed; and assist other staff members and board of directors as needed.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Project planning, time management, volunteer or people management and organizational skills.
• Excellent English language skills: oral, written, reading, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively without daily instruction, as well as ability to work well with a team.
• Must be comfortable working with a diverse population of volunteers, educators, business leaders and individuals.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance are required. Use of personal vehicle will be required at times.

Education and Experience Required

• High school diploma or equivalent, college student, college degree and/or more.
• One year of work experience in any field is desired.
• Volunteer experience (any type) is desired.

Environmental Conditions and Physical Demands

• Above moderate / frequent physical activity.
• Manual dexterity to reach/handle items, work with fingers and perceive attributes of objects and materials.
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds frequently.
• Employee is required to stand, walk, sit, climb and balance.
• Final candidate must pass a thorough background check.

Work Schedule

• Part time position: 24 hours per week, during normal weekday business hours (9am-5pm Monday through Thursday) with some early mornings, evenings, and weekends required with advance notice.
• In-person position.

Equal Opportunity Employer – diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Company facilities and school campuses are tobacco-free and gun-free environments.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position and is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities. 

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please email the following to Melissa Spradlin at melissa@bookem-kids.org.

• a cover letter describing how you are qualified for this position and why you are interested in it
• your resume

 

Details

• Date Posted: April 21, 2022
• Type: Part-Time
• Job Function: Other
• Service Area: Children / Youth
• Start Date: 05/31/2022
• Salary Range: $14.00-$15.00/hour
• Working Hours: 24 hrs/wk; M-Th between 9:00am and 5:00pm; some evenings and weekends required