Do you believe teens aren't just the future—they're now?
Under the direction of Director of Teen Programs and Diller Teen Fellows Program Coordinator, the
Assistant Director of Teen Engagement will play a vital role in supporting the JCC of Greater Boston's Teen Department's mission to engage teens in meaningful, relevant, and innovative ways. This position combines education, program management, and community collaboration to ensure our teens thrive and contribute meaningfully to a vibrant Jewish future.
JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.
Primary responsibilities include, and are not limited to:
Under the direction of the director, oversee day-to-day operations of teen programs:
- Oversight and execution of JTI Peer Leadership Fellows, including monthly Sunday facilitation of Peer Engagement Fellows
- Lead Greater Boston's JCC Maccabi Games® delegation, which includes logistical oversight, athlete recruitment, pre- and post-Games engagement opportunities, and one-week domestic summer travel to Games
- Oversee the design and implementation of new Teen Department programs and initiatives, including community service programs, social programming, and one-off experiences
- Act as a thought partner to the Director of Teen Programs, contributing to the expansion of JCC Greater Boston's dynamic and impactful teen programming and partner relationships
Provide Teen Department Program Support:
- Oversee the execution of specific projects and initiatives to ensure high-quality outcomes. Projects and initiatives will include community service days, social programming, and one-off workshops
- Ensure that all programs reflect the Teen Department's mission to engage teens in meaningful and relevant experiences
- Collaborate closely with the Director of Teen Programs to implement the strategic vision and goals of the Teen Department
- Act as a thought partner to the Director of Teen Programs, contributing to strategic planning, program development, fundraising, and departmental initiatives
- Provide logistical and operational support for the Teen Department including liaising with other JCC departments (Marketing, Finance, Facilities, etc.) as needed, supporting recruitment and enrollment processes, and handling administrative tasks related to program execution and participant engagement
- Perform additional responsibilities and tasks as assigned by the supervisor to support the Teen Department's mission and organizational goals
Participate in community collaboration and professional development:
- Occasionally represent the Teen Department at community events, panels, and discussions, supporting the Director of Teen Programs' vision and goals
- Collaborate with schools, synagogues, and other communal organizations to enhance program visibility and community engagement
Standard Staff Expectations:
- Actively create a welcoming dynamic where each individual is valued and welcomed
- Actively participate as an essential member of the Teen Department team
- Support JCC Greater Boston's mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration and transformation, including through personal role modeling
- Participate in all staff meetings and trainings as assigned and contribute to overall organizational success
- Attend JCCGB All Staff meetings
- Other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities: This role has dotted-line supervisory responsibility overseeing the Wellness cohort facilitator, a contracted partner employee of BaMidbar.
Supervisory responsibilities include, and are not limited to:
- Uphold the policies of the organization and align work with the overall mission, vision and strategic objectives of the JCC; report to the [supervisor] any related issues
- Create/facilitate an environment where employees can achieve individual goals
- Build and maintain a positive working relationship to achieve desired outcomes and the ongoing professional growth of the direct report
- Conduct supervisory meetings to provide on-going guidance, direction and supervision
This is a great chance to join JCC Greater Boston's respected and valued, people-orientated workplace of diverse community services providers, which is rapidly growing!
This full-time, year-long salaried position offers a comprehensive benefits package, a supportive, in-person (with some hybrid opportunities) work environment, and a competitive starting salary of $57,000-65,000 annually. The salary offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity.
About JCC Greater Boston
Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to its mission of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community by nurturing meaningful and lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.
JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!
The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.
To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/
JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.
Requirements
Education and Experience: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Education, Jewish Studies, or related field. An advanced degree in a related field is a plus. Requires 3-5 years of experience in youth programming, leadership training, Jewish education or similar fields. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC's discretion to meet this minimum hiring criteria.
Skills and Abilities: Requires knowledge and familiarity with the needs of teens, with a creative ability to translate ideas, feedback, and data into innovative and meaningful experiences that meet the needs of teens, including but not limited to:
- Must have strong computer skills: social media literacy, proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Canva, Google Suite
- Displays a record of success designing programs that integrate Jewish values to create compelling and joyful educational and engagement experiences
- Displays outstanding project management skills from design to implementation, managing deadlines with great attention to detail and maintaining high quality standards
- Demonstrates excellent organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrates the ability to multitask and manage situations effectively and diplomatically; ability to adapt to evolving needs and circumstances
- Must be a self-starter who takes the initiative
- Demonstrates a history of superb interpersonal and active listening skills
- Must have a record of successfully working well independently and with others, building/sustaining collaborative working relationships
- Demonstrates a commitment to building strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders
Physical Requirements: This is an in-person role; limited administrative duties may be effectively executed remotely while most responsibilities require an in-office presence. Must be able to work well in a busy, dynamic and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities. Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds (boxes of supplies, catering, etc.).
ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Benefits
In addition to a rewarding career within our mission-driven, values-driven, and family-centric environment, JCC Greater Boston proudly offers full-time employees a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive cost-sharing Health and Dental Insurance
- JCC Sponsored/Paid Health Reimbursement Account
- JCC Sponsored/Paid Group Life Insurance/LTD Coverage
- Generous paid time off supporting a quality work-life balance
- Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan
- Voluntary Supplemental Vision Insurance
- Additional Voluntary Supplemental Life/ADD coverage for you and your family
- AbilityAssist Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Norton Cyber Security Program
- LegalEase Insurance program
JCCGB Perks! This position is eligible for a free individual membership to JCC Greater Boston's top class fitness, recreation and wellness facility in Newton - offering virtual and in-person programs including indoor swimming, many fitness classes, and workout facilities, as well as discounts to many JCCGB events, classes, outdoor pool, and more! Complimentary individual membership includes:
- Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman
- Access to group fit classes, Arts & Culture adult programming at member rates,
- Discounts on a variety JCCGB's fitness/wellness programs and services
- Free wellness events!
- Discounted child care at JCCGB Early Learning Centers and after-school program
- Discounted JCCGB camp tuition
Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization, and plan documents are the primary determinant.
A Great Place to Work! JCC Greater Boston is consciously evolving as a great place to work! In our recent 2023 employee engagement survey, at least 88% of our staff gave us top ratings on:
- Supportive colleagues
- Team camaraderie
- How their managers treat them
- Individual autonomy
- Knowing what their work contributes to and how it impacts others
- Pride in working for the JCC
- Program and service quality
- Holding ourselves accountable
Our staff and leadership bring experience, excellence, and commitment to everything we offer and we are dedicated to a culture where all our employees may thrive. Our culture is built on our values, driven by our mission, and nurtured through the expert contributions of our professionals.
