Work at Barbershop Books

We’re passionate about inspiring Black boys and other vulnerable children to read. If you want to join our team, take a look at our open positions and apply!

Chief Operating Officer

Barbershop Books is seeking a strategic and collaborative Chief Operating Officer (COO) to help lead the organization through its next phase of growth and impact. Reporting to the Executive Director, the COO will oversee day-to-day operations, strengthen financial systems, and help foster a high-performing, inclusive team culture. This virtual role supports a distributed team with staff in New York City and Philadelphia. The ideal candidate is an experienced nonprofit leader with a systems mindset, a strong commitment to equity, and a passion for advancing Barbershop Books’ mission to inspire Black boys and other vulnerable children to read for fun.

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