We work to expand access to educational programs and resources to create an educated, equitable, empowered, and engaged community here in San José. Whether we are leading campaigns, working with community partners, or growing our supporter base, our team is always working to advance our mission.
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In March 2021, Mayor Sam Liccardo initiated the Resilience Corps, a program designed to provide young adults with employment opportunities while addressing five critical areas of community resilience. One of these areas is mitigating the educational setbacks faced by struggling students. To address this, the San José Public Library spearheads a project aimed at accelerating learning progress among high-need K-12 students in San José. This initiative will employ up to 50 qualified part-time Resilience Corps Associates who will work in cohorts across six expanded learning programs.
The Resilience Corps Manager plays a pivotal role in this initiative. Key responsibilities include coordinating and administering the program, acting as the employer of record, and collaborating with the Library’s Expanded Learning Unit. The focus of this role is on workforce development, career support and coaching, and facilitating career placements within the educational sector. Essential skills for this position include relationship management, program organization, prioritization, and effective time management.
About the Organization:
Do you love libraries and want to work at one of the most well-known buildings in San José? The San José Public Library is proud to be one of the nation’s best public library systems with 25 branches across the city. Part of its success is owed to the dynamic and committed Library Foundation, which is a separate 501(c)3 established in 1987 by a group of community volunteers who understood that a great library system needed more than public funding. The San José Public Library Foundation (SJPLF) has raised more than $45 million to enhance the Library above and beyond what tax-based funding provides for buildings, programs, collections, and services. The Foundation takes its fundraising direction from the Library’s identification of persistent and emerging community needs. Our mutually respectful and collaborative work will result in more students being prepared for success from kindergarten to college and career; more adults being fully informed and able to participate in civic life; greater access to information in print and digital forms; and for everyone to find the spark that ignites their curiosity, imagination, and wonder.
Working at SJPLF
With comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k with matching contributions, and ample paid time off that increases with tenure, our benefits package reflects our dedication to supporting our team members. We also believe in fostering professional growth, providing opportunities for advancement.
At SJPLF, our group norms guide everything we do: putting people first, doing the most good with our resources, celebrating successes, and communicating with care.