Location and Job Title:

Adult Enrichment Coordinator
Marjorie & Lewis Katz JCC
501 North Jerome Avenue
Margate City, NJ 08402

Principal Responsibilities:

The Adult Enrichment Program Coordinator develops and delivers cultural and educational programming while working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. This role provides our community with opportunities to explore a wide range of cultural, educational, recreational, and social activities for adults. The coordinator helps participants learn new skills, travel, engage in discussions on current events, and more--offering a rich variety of programs that promote personal growth, intellectual enrichment, skill development, and social connection.

Key responsibilities include planning and implementing programs, events, lectures, and adult education classes. Fundraising and budgeting experience are preferred, and a background in marketing is a plus. Familiarity with lay leadership and Jewish nonprofit structure is helpful. This position also oversees our grant-funded Mealsite Supervisor, who manages seven meal sites throughout Atlantic County.

The Adult Enrichment Program Coordinator supports the Katz JCC's mission to serve as a center for arts and culture by curating, developing, and executing programming such as film events, literary/author programs, music, special events, performances, lectures, and art.

Reporting Relationships

• Position reports to the Associate Executive Director
• Mealsite supervision reports to the CEO

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Class instructors
• Volunteers

Committee Responsibilities

• Serves as liaison to the Art Gallery Committee
• Trip Committee
• Special Event Committee(s)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to direct cultural arts and educational programs, including developing and managing the scope of events, classes, lectures, and art gallery spaces.
• Cultivate lay leadership and work with committee volunteers to develop programming and increase participation.
• Develop programming partnerships and coordinate with contracted programs and service providers to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services.
• Create annual program budgets and manage spending on a regular basis.
• Implement marketing plans to generate program participation and event ticket sales.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and thrive in an environment where situations change and adaptability is essential.
• Ability to travel to meal sites within a 30-mile range on a sporadic basis.
• Strong customer service approach with the ability to interact with members, staff, volunteers, and the public in a positive, enthusiastic, and courteous manner.
• Detail-oriented to ensure precise execution of programs and events.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team with other staff members.
• Professional appearance and ability to uphold the JCC's appearance and dress code standards.
• Strong computer, administrative, and organizational skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and customer service management software.
• Good telephone skills and the ability to respond appropriately with accurate information.
• Knowledgeable about the agency and its programs, with a background in Judaic culture preferred.
• Work schedule: Monday-Friday with flexible hours; evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Education & Experience

• Minimum of a BA degree required.
• Experience supervising staff, developing schedules and class calendars, and demonstrating strong member and staff relations skills.

Salary:

$55,000 - $65,000

Agency Information:

The Marjorie and Lewis Katz Jewish Community Center of Atlantic County is a nonprofit organization with many opportunities for growth and learning. Our mission is to foster an appreciation of Jewish identity, values, and culture; to promote the health, education, and welfare of our members; to strengthen Jewish family life; and to build a sense of community that ensures Jewish continuity for future generations.

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all employees feel welcomed and valued.

JCC Competencies

• Mission Advancement: Supports the Mission, Vision, and Direction of the JCC. Demonstrates the JCC values of Caring, Respect, Responsibility, and Honesty; shows flexibility and willingness to accept change; tries new methods and considers suggestions; displays strong commitment and enthusiasm for the JCC and its work. Demonstrates a desire to serve others, fulfill community needs, recruit volunteers, and build effective working relationships.
• Collaboration/Community: Embraces the role of volunteers and helps members and participants connect with others and with the JCC. Practices strong relationship-building skills and works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Treats everyone with courtesy, respect, and integrity; communicates clearly and pleasantly; listens actively; and responds to concerns in ways that make others feel valued. Strives to exceed expectations and seeks ways to better serve and involve members, participants, and internal customers.
• Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments and applies learning across different situations. Embraces new approaches to enhance member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, participates actively in meetings and required trainings, and demonstrates responsible and safe work practices. Follows organizational standards, policies, and budgeting procedures and reports financial irregularities immediately. Works reliably, punctually, and efficiently to support high-value experiences for members.
• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development to enhance job performance. Demonstrates openness to change, accurately assesses personal strengths and limitations, and understands how they impact relationships. Maintains functional and technical knowledge needed to perform well, stays current with best practices and technology, accepts constructive feedback, and works cooperatively as a team member.
• Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here reflect those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Employee Benefits

• Discounted childcare at our JCC campus in Margate, NJ
• Free Fitness Center membership
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for Full Time Employees
• Paid sick and vacation time

EEOC & Accommodations Statement

The Katz JCC is dedicated to Equal Employment Opportunity. We provide equal opportunities based on merit and ability, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship and veteran's status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, or any other prohibited factor. Individuals with mental or physical disabilities are eligible for employment provided they can perform essential job functions with reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation poses undue hardship, eligibility may be reconsidered.