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Careers at Book Harvest

At Book Harvest, we're driven by a powerful mission: every child deserves an abundance of books, and literacy is a fundamental right! We achieve this through the talent and dedication of our team, with each member bringing unique skills and perspectives, allowing us to approach challenges with creativity and innovation.

 

We value excellence in all that we do, fostering a culture of curiosity and a commitment to continuous improvement, and accountability. We believe that by holding ourselves to high standards, we can make the greatest impact on the children and families we partner with every day.

Our culture thrives on mutual respect, collaboration, and open communication. We prioritize creating a supportive environment where every voice is valued. At Book Harvest, work-life balance is more than just a buzzword—it’s a principle we live by. We understand that rest, recovery, and time with loved ones are essential for our team members to bring their best selves to work. 

Learn more about our team members and their unique backgrounds.

What We Offer

Competitive Compensation & Growth Opportunities

We're dedicated to providing a compensation package that reflects your value and supports your professional growth. We offer competitive salaries, determined by a comprehensive and regularly updated analysis of comparable positions at similarly-sized non-profits in our region, with clear and defined salary ranges for each role. To ensure pay equity on our team, your starting point within the range is determined by your relevant experience.

 

We’re also committed to investing in your future: as you develop your skills and contribute to Book Harvest's success, you can advance within your salary band through predictable steps. Our transparent and objective compensation strategy ensures fair and equitable pay for the skilled and dedicated individuals who are essential to our mission.

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Robust Benefits that Support Your Wellbeing

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in thriving, both professionally and personally, including:

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% company contribution. We also offer life insurance options for added peace of mind.

Generous Time Off

Enjoy a work-life balance with ample paid time off, including holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid family leave, and even a unique R&R retreat

Growth & Development

We invest in your professional growth with a dedicated professional development budget and regular learning opportunities.

A Supportive Culture

Be part of a passionate, book-loving team committed to literacy for all.

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Our Hiring Process

We're committed to building a team of diverse talents and strive to make our hiring process transparent, rigorous, and fair. Here's what you can generally expect:

Step 2: Exploratory Calls and Interviews

A team will review your application and determine a group for initial conversations. We'll schedule a brief exploratory call to get to know you and discuss the role in more detail, plus 1-3 live interviews, depending on the role. To ensure fairness and reduce bias, our interviews are structured with pre-determined questions and scoring criteria.

Step 3: Demonstrating Your Skills

Some roles may require a work sample to showcase your abilities. We provide clear guidelines for any work sample requests.

Step 4: Final Steps

We'll check references for finalists and conduct a background check for the selected candidate upon offer acceptance.

We value your time and appreciate your interest in Book Harvest. Explore our open positions and apply today!

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About Us

Since 2011, Book Harvest has provided more than 2.4 million books to families, ensuring that parents have the tools and power to ignite and strengthen their children's literacy. With programs that are grounded in evidence, Book Harvest believes that literacy starts at birth, in the home, powered by parents, and nourished with books.

Connect With Us

(252) 497-BOOK
2501 University Drive, Durham, NC 27707

Business Hours: Monday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM
Family Space Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM

Book Harvest's 2022 IRS 990 is available here.

Book Harvest's most recent audit is here.

©2025 by Book Harvest NC.

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