Teen Director

Position Summary

The Teen Director is responsible for growing Middle School Programming, Teen Programming and Maccabi, while inspiring excellence, and broadening visibility of BBYO in the community. This position will also serve on the Camp J leadership team and assist with youth programming within the agency.

Responsibilities

Teen Engagement (BBYO & Teen Connect)

• Recruit and retain BBYO and Teen Connect members, ensuring participation goals are met or exceeded.
• Promote programs through weekly newsletters, social media, flyers, and registration tools.
• Serve as the primary communicator with parents, teens, lay leaders, and partners.
• Coordinate and manage logistics for all local programs; staff regional and international conventions
• BBYO
  • Guide teens in planning and executing programs that are meaningful, fun, and rooted in Jewish values.
  • Plan and supervise 3–5 monthly programs for BBYO
  • Recruit, train and supervise adult advisors
• Teen Connect
  • Develop and implement monthly Teen Connect (middle school) programming, including annual trip
  • Partner with Shinshinim and other community educators on programs

• Collaborate with JCC staff (e.g., fitness, arts, education, and camp departments) to cross-promote programs and maximize teen interest.

Camp Operational Support

• Assist with camp logistics by serving on Camp J Leadership team

• Develop and implement a CIT curriculum focused on: Leadership development, conflict resolution, teamwork, counselor skills, and Jewish values.

JCC Maccabi Games

• Help to recruit, select, and onboard teen athletes (ages 12–16) to participate in the JCC Maccabi Games.
• Serve as a point of contact for families, athletes, and coaches, providing clear communication and logistical support.
• Help to coordinate team registration, paperwork, travel arrangements, and payment collection.
• Attend required delegation head meetings and training sessions (virtual and in-person as needed).
• Lead and accompany the delegation to the Games, serving as an on-site representative throughout the event.
• Create a fun, safe, and inclusive environment that encourages team spirit and positive Jewish identity.

Administrative

• Establish an annual program calendar for Teen Programs, book spaces accordingly
• Responsible for fiscal management of a budget and accountable for all aspects of that budget annually
• Purchase materials for programs
• Create registrations for all programs, collect registrations and any associated fees
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Knowledge, skills and ability to engage youth and families
• Experience in developing programming for teens
• Strong written/oral communication skills and customer service skills
• Ability to use Microsoft office suite and willingness to learn additional programming platforms
• Jewish camp experience preferred

This position is full-time, includes weekend work, frequent travel and is in Louisville, KY.

Interested, qualified candidates should forward resumes and cover letters to Alison Roemer, aroemer@jewishlouisville.org

If you believe that this position matches your requirements, applying for it is a breeze. Best of luck!