Part-time Health & Wellness Book Club Manager - Remote

Are you passionate about health and wellness and the power of books to improve how we live? Do you thrive in a dynamic virtual environment where your work directly impacts people's lifelong learning journeys? If so, we invite you to join our small but mighty remote team. In this role, you'll manage approximately 20–40 virtual book clubs connecting like-minded individuals around topics like fitness, nutrition, mental health, mindfulness, and personal growth—helping to cultivate meaningful discussions and deep community connections.If you love health and wellness books, have a knack for bringing people together, and are eager to support online learning communities, this position could be for you.Starting salary is $22/hr; 26–30 hours/week. About PBC Guru by Perpetual LearningPBC Guru is part of a family of companies powered by Perpetual Learning, based in Maryland, just outside Washington, D.C. We bring the traditional book club into the 21st century by combining technology and human facilitation to create meaningful virtual communities around books so participants can join from anywhere, anytime. We serve many different organizations, including health and wellness-focused book clubs for companies, hospitals, national associations, and public libraries. We strongly encourage candidates who will enrich a culturally inclusive environment to apply. Learn more at pbc.guru.ResponsibilitiesCommunity ManagementManage up to 40 online health and wellness book club forums globally, spanning fitness, nutrition, mental health, mindfulness, and general well-beingSend regular emails, post discussion questions, recommend books for group votes, and actively participate in discussionsReply to member requests, moderate forums, and incorporate feedback to continuously improve the programSupport onboarding of new community groups through marketing and launch phasesResearch book options and grow membership through engagement and meaningful member-to-member interactionsMaintain organizational structure across all communities via a technical workflowEvent HostingLivestream Author Talk Host and Moderator: lead 6–12 annual fireside chat Q&A conversations with bestselling health and wellness authorsContent DevelopmentDraft, edit, and proofread health and wellness book club discussion content for selected titles as neededClient Relationships & Internal ProcessesManage client relationships to ensure each program meets the organization's objectivesMeet with clients via Google Meet, Zoom, or phone to discuss program success and areas for improvementMonitor community health metrics, implement growth strategies, and report analytics to clientsProvide guidance on improving existing features and act as a client advocateRequirementsBachelor's Degree (health sciences, liberal arts, and/or business preferred)Experience managing online programming OR equivalent education/experienceOrganized self-starter with strong task prioritization, time management, and the ability to work independentlyExceptional verbal and written communication skills; keen attention to detailAbility to build rapport and collaborate across the company and with external clientsAble to collect and analyze data, spot trends, and recommend tools to enhance community engagementComfortable in a digital workspace, able to use and adapt to digital productivity tools; demonstrated capacity to produce top-quality deliverables with minimum supervisionPassion for health and wellness books and connecting with people in discussions about themDo Not Apply If:You are not able to stretch yourself for new challenges.You dislike hard work.Supporting a startup isn’t exciting for you.BenefitsComprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceCompletely virtual team, so you can work from anywhere in the US (Eastern, Central, or Mountain time zones preferred)Flexible working hours Starting hourly rate of $22 with performance-based increasesPaid time off, prorated for part-time hoursProfessional development opportunities, including access to training courses and toolsStipend for home office and technology needsMonthly book stipendSupportive, mission-driven team cultureThe chance to help launch a brand new program from the ground up and make a real difference in libraries and the communities they serveHow to ApplyIf you are confident that your skills and experience meet the criteria above and you think you would be a good fit for the role, please scroll down to view the link to the application. We will only consider applications submitted using the link below.The job application requires a resume, cover letter, three references, and answers to short-answer questions designed to surface your communication, organization, and problem-solving approach. We recommend not starting your application until you have the required pieces or sufficient time to complete it, as you cannot save an unfinished application.Submit your application here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedw940NvpkTGiuZRzgT35poe6eaAh-xf7hvqC8r9mS3Gb-VQ/viewform