Corporate Engagement Associate

The Development Department at Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) raises private funds to support the Library’s mission and vision. The 13-person team comprises a dynamic group of professionals with expertise across all areas of fundraising, including individual giving, corporate relations and strategic partnerships, special events, and foundation and government grants.

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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum one to two years 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

We offer an excellent and comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and insurance plans (medical, dental, optical and prescription coverage), retirement savings, paid leave time (3 weeks of vacation, paid sick time and holidays) and more.