Location: Columbus, Ohio
Pay: $50,000-$52,000
At BBYO, we're motivated by our mission, inspiring us to reimagine work to make it fun, flexible, and fulfilling. We are looking for a passionate BBYO Genesis Fellow to join our team and make a difference. As a BBYO Genesis Fellow, you'll play a pivotal role in the success of BBYO by working closely with teens to create strong programs, develop leadership skills, and make their chapters great for Jewish teens. Alongside your teammates, you'll connect in a dynamic environment and create a positive impact on teens, our community, and the world.
SHAPING THE FUTURE FOR TEENS AND YOURSELF As a BBYO Genesis Fellow, a typical day will include:
- Working directly with teens (grades 6-12) to create impactful, fun and dynamic programs in their local chapters
- Mentoring teen leaders and deliver leadership training
- Working with teens to attract and retain members to build and grow chapters
- Guiding teens in establishing an annual calendar for each chapter that drives engagement and recruitment through meaningful programming
- Building and maintain and build relationships with key volunteers, parents, partners and stakeholders in the community
- Recruiting new members to join BBYO and to attend summer programs
- Facilitating the planning process, alongside teen leadership, and colleagues, for citywide and regional events including overnight conventions
- Working alongside colleagues to bring new, innovative, and fun ideas to the community
- Attending summer camp (but this time you're in charge!) as you direct teen leadership programs
- Managing the Columbus BBYO email inbox and assisting with mass communication tools including but not limited to newsletters, social media, and phone follow-ups
- Tracking city data such as membership, prospects, and program logistics
ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR MAKING A LASTING IMPACT Our team has an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for innovation to drive positive change. These skills are key to success as a BBYO Genesis Fellow:
Experience/Education:
- 1-3 years of work experience and or volunteer experience
- Experience with youth or teens in a youth organization or camp environment is preferred
- A bachelor's degree or higher required
Skills: - A general knowledge of Jewish culture and calendar
- Organized with an attention to detail
- Commitment to relationship building, networking and customer service
- Excellent communication skills
- Creativity and problem solving
- Confidence to take initiative to work independently and as part of a supportive team
Abilities:
- Attend all regional conventions and major events, BBYO's staff conference, and staff BBYO's International Convention each year.
- Ability to travel as needed and to staff a summer leadership program for 2-3 weeks during summer
- Unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. without holding a visa or sponsorship.
- To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function with or without reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law.
- Ability to have access to reliable transportation, whether via personal vehicle or public transit, to ensure timely arrival at events
BBYO GENESIS FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM The BBYO Genesis Fellowship is a two-year program, commencing upon start date and ending on June 30, 2028. As a fellow, you'll gain invaluable experience rotating within BBYO departments, building a diverse skill set and an impressive resume. Program highlights include:
- Rotate within a variety of BBYO departments to learn different areas of the business and build your resume
- Mentorship and Coaching: Receive one-on-one mentorship and participate in cohort-based coaching for professional growth.
- Learn to analyze and track data, driving effective decision-making processes.
- Leadership Development: Enhance your ability to inspire and influence others, becoming an effective leader.
- Networking: Build strong relationships and travel to BBYO communities to expand your professional network.
BENEFITS OF OUR DYNAMIC AND SUPPORTIVE WORKPLACE Own Your Balance: - Flexible work environment
- Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
- 18 paid secular and Jewish holidays
- PLUS two week-long office shutdowns
Invest in Your Well-being: - Medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability, and 2.5x salary life insurance
- Generous 403b and Roth retirement plan with vested match
- Free access to WellHub, which includes access to gyms, online workouts and wellness apps
Family First Environment: - Teen Involvement Benefit stipend
- Flexibility in bringing child(ren) on business travel
- Generous paid parental leave
We also pay for your TSA pre-check, provide a home technology allowance and have pet insurance options!
BE A PART OF A LEGACY... - that celebrates our rich, century-long history of enhancing the Jewish experience to build a meaningful, teen-led future
- with an inclusive culture where authenticity is celebrated, respect is given, and fun is encouraged
- built on trust and empowerment, offering flexibility in where you work and autonomy in how it gets done
Embracing our past and future, we are excited about our growth and the challenges ahead. Join us and embark on an exciting journey with BBYO.
INSPIRING TODAY. BUILDING TOMORROW. We are committed to enhancing the Jewish experience, valuing diversity, providing equal opportunity, and maintaining an environment free from discrimination or harassment. BBYO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity by complying with all applicable laws which prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type in the workplace. Thus, BBYO strictly prohibits discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law in all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, training, wage and salary, benefits, discipline, and termination.
