Adult Program Manager

Job Summary

The Adult Program Manager will facilitate planning and lead execution of CLG evening programs and promote all adult programs through community outreach and engagement.

Job Responsibilities: 

Plan, budget, and evaluate CLG evening programs and curriculum for adults ages 45 ; recruit and supervise instructors; coordinate all CLG execution logistics; promote and market CLG programs; survey CLG participant satisfaction; enhance community visibility of Lifelong Learning and Soc/Rec programs for ages 60 to increase registrations and program attendance. Innovate and lead new approaches and programs to increase adult engagement in JCC programs. Recruit and manage volunteers to support CLG evening program execution.

• Lead CLGprogram planning including evening classes, Sunday adventures, special events
  1. Includes CLG and LLL instructor recruitment 
  2. Support LLL program planning
• Coordinate effective execution of CLG evening programs including room set ups; building communications and room reservations; instructor scheduling, coordination and prep; program communications and oversight; class recruitment and registration, participant confirmation, and communications; materials prep
•  Promote and recruit CLG participants, instructors, and volunteers 
  • Local outreach
  • Coordinate social channels
  • Strategic partnerships 
  • Brochure 
  • Member communications 
  • Community visibility 
• Monitor and manage CLG budget, revenues and expenses to achieve financial performance targets 
• Conduct surveys about instructor effectiveness, and solicit participant feedback and input about programs of interest
• Serve as CLG evening host; welcome participants the first evening of any new course; support evening set-up and trouble-shoot as needed
• Work with instructors to ensure classes deliver learning, social connection, and fun
• Attend weekend activities
• Cultivate an engaged adult community in South Jersey based at the Katz JCC
•  Manage events 

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree 
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in program management, adult education, community engagement, or relevant field
• Experience preferred in:
• Jewish learning, programs, culture
  • Communications
  • Planning
  • Project management
  • Supervision 
  • Use of technology
  • Presentations skills
  • Budgeting
  • Writing 
  • Creative solutions and risk taking 
  • Curriculum planning 
  • Social skills
• Requires evening and Sunday work schedule 
• Planning
• Written Communications
• Presentations/public speaking
• Familiarity with program budgets
• Energy and enthusiasm

“Benefits include - Generous PTO; Medical, dental, and vision care included.  403b plan eligible; Group term life insurance; Voluntary disability insurance plan; FSA & HSA options available; Gym membership included, and other employee discounts are available.”

EEO Statement:

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, and our family of agencies, is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon a person’s actual or perceived gender, race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital/civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, veteran or military status, disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, or other legally protected characteristics.

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The Federation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us via the link on this posting.  EOE