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Position Title: Director of Communications and Outreach

POSITION SUMMARY:

JBBBSLA is currently seeking a talented individual for the position of Director of Communications and Outreach, who will play a key role in helping the agency increase its visibility, streamline its message, and reach additional program participants and donors. The Director of Communications and Outreach will develop a strategic communications plan for the agency, oversee the development of content and materials to support the plan, and actively participate in the execution of the plan. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, dynamic professional with proven success in communications and outreach. This position reports to the Chief Executive Officer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Develop and implement an integrated, organization-wide strategic communications plan to broaden awareness of JBBBSLA programs and strengthen visibility across key audiences.
• Oversee and execute all copy intended for public consumption to ensure consistent messaging.
• Curate JBBBSLA’s photo library, story bank, and videos.
• Devise and implement systems to manage online communications, including website, email, social media posts, and digital advertising.
• Develop a strategic recruitment plan to meet recruitment goals for volunteers, families, and children participants in our programs.
• Develop partnerships with community organizations to strengthen JBBBSLA referrals, outreach opportunities, and visibility.
• Supervise communications staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College degree and a minimum of five years of experience working in a communications role.
• Proven and successful track record of developing communications and outreach.
• Very strong written communication skills for a variety of projects, including solicitation letters, newsletters, email, and web communications.
• Experience and knowledge of digital advertising, Google analytics, and social media.
• Keen eye for design and attention to detail.
• Ability to build partnerships with other community organizations and leaders.
• Ability to take direction well, manage deadlines efficiently, work independently, and collaborate effectively with various teams and partners.
• Personal commitment to the mission and values of the organization.
• Passionate about helping children in Los Angeles.

To apply, please submit resume, cover letter, and at least two (2) writing samples to Tina Scozzaro at tscozzaro@jbbbsla.org.  

Benefits

• Generous paid vacation and sick leave time plus three additional personal days, paid federal and all Jewish holidays, 38-hour work week.
• Medical insurance, paid vision/dental insurance, paid 401(a) retirement plan, optional 403(b) plan participation, paid life and long-term disability insurances, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more.
• We offer a fun office environment (even virtually!) and a fantastic team who are dedicated to the meaningful work we do.

Position Title: Camp Registration and Outreach Associate

POSITION SUMMARY:

Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles owns and operates Camp Bob Waldorf, an overnight summer camp in Glendale, CA. The position of Camp Registration and Outreach Associate supports all camp registration, outreach and enrollment processes. This position reports directly to the Camp Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Assist with camper enrollment including processing of camper applications, communications with parents, and payment collection.
• Generate enrollment reports from CampMinder software
• Create email communications throughout the year to camper families, partner organizations, and others as needed
• Create social media posts, videos, etc. to promote camp programs and activities
• Administrative support for the Camp Director including creation of meeting agendas, taking notes during meetings, and supporting other needs for the Director.
• Maintain office supplies
• Create marketing materials and brochures
• Assist with camper outreach and recruitment including presentations at partner organizations, phone calls to families, social media advertising.
• Manage registration on opening and closing days of camp sessions
• Gear Up For Camp Day coordination with Jewish Federation to manage donations, volunteers and logistics for the day.
• Coordinate the Summer Food Service Program during camp to ensure maximum efficiency and reimbursement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English (written and oral skills)
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1-2 years administrative or enrollment-based experience
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, positive energy, an open mind, and empathy for others
• Personal commitment to the mission and values of the organization, with a specific emphasis on providing equitable access to overnight camp experiences to Los Angeles youth.

To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to: registration@campbobwaldorf.org

Accepting resumes until 2/1/2021 (may be extended based on the number of resumes received)

Benefits

• Generous paid vacation and sick leave time plus three additional personal days, paid federal and all Jewish holidays, 38-hour work week.
• Medical insurance, paid vision/dental insurance, paid 401(a) retirement plan, paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program and more.

Salary: $45,000-$50,000