Corporate Engagement Associate

Oct 20

Brooklyn Public Library
Brooklyn, NY

Anticipated Start Date: Late 2025

Description

BPL seeks a well-organized, proactive, and mission-driven professional to join its Strategic Partnerships team. The Associate is responsible for the organization and implementation of corporate and group volunteer opportunities working closely with BPL’s Volunteer Resources department.

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Development, will manage more than 40 projects annually and engage over 500 corporate volunteers across Brooklyn. This is a full-time, non-union, exempt position. The salary range for this position is $56,000 - $75,000. A cover letter should be included with all applications.

Responsibilities

Manage BPL’s corporate volunteer program, responsible for the successful execution of 40+ service projects annually with participation from more than 500 corporate volunteers
Collaborate across departments and branches to identify and coordinate high-impact volunteer opportunities that align with BPL programs in education, literacy, workforce readiness, arts & culture and public service
Serve as primary liaison for corporate partners and internal stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication, responsiveness, and alignment with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) goals
Lead flawless logistics and on-site coordination for corporate service days, including scheduling, materials procurement and management, branch staff communication, facilities management and volunteer engagement
Track and report outcomes, maintaining accurate project data, volunteer numbers, budgets, and impact summaries for stewardship, grant reporting, and partnership development
Contribute to fundraising strategy, assisting with corporate prospect research, proposals, cultivation events, and recognition activities
Assist in organizing and executing periodic events with prominent funder presence, as well as BPL branch openings

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum one to two of relevant experience in corporate engagement, volunteer coordination, event planning, fundraising, or CSR
Strong organizational and project management skills with proven ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Customer-service oriented responsiveness and ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders
Comfort with public speaking and leading groups in both indoor and outdoor settings
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including availability for occasional evening and weekend events
Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office; Salesforce or CRM experience a plus
Some heavy lifting (items up to 20lbs) required
Must possess high ethical standards and good judgment to effectively handle sensitive and confidential information

Salary Range and Employee Benefits

This is a full-time, non-union, exempt position. The salary range for this position is $56,000 - $75,000. A cover letter should be included with all applications.

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About the Organization

The Development Department at Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) raises private funds to support the vision and mission of the Library. The 12-person department comprises a dynamic group of professionals who together represent expertise in all areas of fundraising including individual giving, corporate relations, special events, foundation and government grants.

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