Program Associate

At Junior Achievement of New Jersey, our mission is to empower young people to discover their potential and thrive. We collaborate with New Jersey schools and businesses to help students become financially capable, work-ready, and entrepreneurially minded. We are committed to developing talent and building a diverse, and high-performing team while offering flexibility and opportunities for growth. JANJ offers a collaborative, inclusive work environment, and the opportunity to impact the lives of young people in our community. BE a part of our team–bring your ingenuity, and your ideas, and BE the difference

Title: Program Associate

Area: Programming

Status: Part-Time, Hourly

Impact

JA is seeking organized and energetic associates to support the implementation of student field
trips that take place at our Education Center in Edison. This role is responsible for working with
the JA Education Team to assist with the daily operations of the JA BizTown and/or JA Finance
Park simulation, and ensure that the programs provide a high-quality, meaningful experience for
students, volunteers, and educators.
This is a part-time position, with flexibility in scheduling. Candidates should have availability to
work 2-5 days per week during the school year (October-June, no weekends or holidays). Field
trip simulations place from approximately 8 am to 2 pm. Pay is $18 per hour.

Primary Responsibilities:

Simulation Prep & Reset – Ensure that the simulation space and all materials for students
and volunteers are prepped and ready prior to their arrival.
• Simulation Support – Provide daily support to the JA BizTown and/or JA Finance Park
simulation lead and program manager, including:
o Administrative duties – scheduling; printing, distributing, and collecting materials.
o Volunteer Support – ensure volunteers are staying on schedule and answer any
questions they have.
o Student Support – help manage student behavior and make sure that they are
completing all necessary tasks.
o Tech support – troubleshoot common issues with technology used in the
simulations.
• Volunteer training – Conduct volunteer training to prepare volunteers for the simulations.
• Student Safety & Security - Assist with the orderly unloading and loading of buses upon
arrival and departure, escort students into secure space, and verify student numbers on arrival
and departure.
• Customer Service – Provide the highest level of customer service to all visitors
(volunteers, teachers, middle school students, etc.) to the Education Center.
• TEAMWORK! – Look for opportunities to support teammates and ask for support when
needed to ensure that a high level of quality is maintained across all areas through
communication and collaboration.

Qualifications (required)

• Passion for working with students, educators, and volunteers from diverse backgrounds
in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills, comfortable using a microphone.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and computer skills.
• Proficiency in customer service including problem-solving, decision-making, and
troubleshooting.
• Preferred Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, or working towards a degree.

Application Process

To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to info.janj@ja.org. In the subject line of your email please include the following: "ATTN Christy Biedron (Program Associate Application)"