Special Assistant to the CEO, Membership and Program Operations

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You are here: Home | Search for a Job Back To Search Results Location and Job Title: Special Assistant to the CEO, Membership and Program Operations JCC of Stamford 1035 Newfield Ave Stamford, CT 06905 Principal Responsibilities: The Special Assistant works directly with the CEO to grow membership and improve program operations across the JCC, including membership, the Kuriansky Fitness Center, aquatics, enrichment, KidsPlace, camp and early childhood. This position is part of the Office of the CEO, the JCC's leadership development program. Special Assistants work across departments and are considered for permanent leadership roles within 18 to 36 months, based on performance. Likely paths include Assistant Director, Director and Program Director positions in membership and program operations. We are looking for smart, ambitious people who learn quickly, enjoy working with members and want to run a department. Key Responsibilities Carry a new membership sales goal; give tours, follow up with prospects and sell membershipsConvert program families into members and run renewal and win-back outreachTrack membership, retention and enrollment data, and report trends and recommendations to the CEOLead programs during vacancies, leaves and peak seasons across Fitness, Aquatics, Enrichment, KidsPlace, Camp and Early ChildhoodHelp lead the move to a new membership and registration platform, including data cleanup and staff trainingWrite operating procedures for front desk, registration and programs, and train staff on themConduct facility walkthroughs and follow through on safety and maintenance issues Minimum Qualifications: RequiredBachelor's degree in any field; internships, campus leadership, coaching and entrepreneurial work count toward experienceA record of meeting a sales, recruiting or growth goalStrong people skills with children, families, adults and seniorsComfort using data in Excel or Google Sheets to make decisionsExperience at a JCC, YMCA, health club or other membership organizationBackground in fitness, aquatics, camp, early childhood or enrichmentCPR and First Aid certificationOffice work with regular travel between JCC sites in Stamford and Wilton; valid driver's license and reliable transportationAbility to stand for extended periods at events and to lift up to 25 poundsSome early mornings, evenings and weekendsPreferred Experience with a donor databaseExposure to construction or capital projectsFamiliarity with Jewish communal lifeOffice work with regular travel between JCC sites in Stamford and Wilton; valid driver's license and reliable transportationAbility to stand for extended periods at events and to lift up to 25 poundsSome early mornings, evenings and weekendsPhysical Requirements and ScheduleCompensation and BenefitsSalary Range: $60,000 - $65,000 annuallyBenefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance; 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; paid time off; employee discount; complimentary JCC membership.To ApplySend a resume and short answers (250 words or less each) to the two questions below to Rachel Beckwith at (contact details on the original listing). A cover letter is not required. If you are interested in both Special Assistant positions, say so in your email.Describe a goal you were responsible for meeting. What was the target, what did you do, and what was the result?Describe something you had to learn quickly. How did you learn it, and how long did it take?Finalists complete a short work exercise and an interview with the CEO. Salary: $55,000 - $65,000 Agency Information: The Stamford Jewish Community Center is a cultural, educational and recreational center, offering exceptional programs, classes and special events designed to enrich the mind, body and spirit. While we are driven by the Jewish values of welcoming guests, kindness, respect, and communal responsibility, we warmly welcome people of all ages, faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds.