The Engagement Program Coordinator will be responsible for assisting with program and event efforts for the JCC Arts, Culture and Community Engagement department and will report to the Director of Engagement. Department programs include Jewish life, Community and Arts programming, LGBTQIA+, Family Programs, Teen Program, and Arts offerings. These efforts include supporting program and event operations for JCC, MACC, and rental users. Weekend, evening, and holiday hours will be required.

Engagement Program Coordinator Responsibilities

Acting as needed in typical entry-level program positions for internal and external programs such as program assistant, administrative support assistant, activities assistant, event management assistant, etc. depending on skillset and experience; In addition this role will serve as a co-teacher for the toddler program Practice Preschool. 

Supporting community focused and intentional programming, strategic partnerships, and community connections as created and implemented by the programming team including: Parent Tot Classes, Weekly Enrichment Classes, Jewish Baby University, and Programming (Teen, Young Adult, Adult, Senior, LGBTQIA+, and Jewish Engagement);

Serving as an ambassador for the One J concept- providing connective opportunities for members and guests across the JCC. This includes facilitating and participating in many programs;

Providing a world-class experience and excellent customer service for all JCC and Mizel Arts and Culture Center users, members, patrons, and clients;

Ensuring JCC and Mizel policies and procedures and all relevant Federal, State, Local, and OSHA safety rules and regulations are followed; and

Assisting, monitoring, and providing customer support for internal and external programming and events.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience in community programs, engagement, events, outreach, and/or youth activities;
• Experience working with young children and comfort in managing multiple age groups;
• Ability to communicate and maintain a professional demeanor under stress;
• Ability to provide excellent customer service for all internal and external users, community members, non-profit representative/community partners, patrons, students, families, and clients;
• Basic competency with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Great multitasker with an attention to detail, hard-working and self-motivated
• Availability to work nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

These additional qualifications are preferred and will make candidates more competitive, but these are not required for the effective execution of the job responsibilities.

Associate’s Degree or higher in a related field;

Experience with community engagement, intergenerational engagement, LGBTQIA+ engagement, and/or event operations; and

Understanding of the Jewish Community and its constituents.

Benefits Overview

This part-time position is not benefits-eligible.

Paid Time Off is a day-one benefit, accrued based on years of service and hours worked, in compliance with the Colorado Health Families & Workplaces Act.

Part-Time employees of the JCC who regularly work 20+ hours per week receive a complementary individual membership to the JCC’s Fitness and Aquatics Center, as well as a range of staff discounts on which includes year-round access to the JCC’s fitness center and heated pool.

Part-Time employees of the JCC who regularly work 20+ hours per week are also eligible for a wide range of discounts, including up to 20% off for the JCC’s Preschool and Summer Camp childcare programs, discounted tickets to Mizel Arts and Culture events, discounted program and class costs, and more!

All employees of the JCC are eligible to join the “JCCs of North America” (JCCA) community, which includes access to the JCCA’s resource center, ongoing professional development and networking opportunities, as well as educational stipends for qualifying employees.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

The position requires the candidate to remain in a sitting position for prolonged hours in an office environment. While performing duties, the candidate is often required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. Candidate will often lift and or/move up to fifty (50) pounds.

Working conditions may include:

Being in an open (shared) workspace area;

Working outdoors for prolonged periods in sun and heat;

Working with young children/seniors; and

Sitting for prolonged periods in front of a computer screen.

The Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.