Program Specialist

PLEASE REVIEW to learn more about JA BizTown® and JA Finance Park®:

Inspiring Boundless Possibilities at JA of Central Carolinas (youtube.com)

https://youtu.be/cCC8Lmv7hPk?feature=shared

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:

Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas (JA of Central Carolinas) prepares students for success in a global economy. Through Junior Achievement’s experiential learning programs, students develop skills in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and work readiness. Thanks to support from corporate and community partners, JA of Central Carolinas engage approximately 25,000 K-12 students across North and South Carolina each year.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Program Specialist plays a key role in supporting the daily operations, administration, and delivery of Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas (JACC) programs, including JA BizTown® and JA Finance Park®. These signature programs combine classroom-based learning with immersive, hands-on simulation experiences that bring real-world concepts to life. As an integral member of the Programs team, the Program Specialist helps advance JACC’s strategic goals for growth and expansion while ensuring students participate in engaging, standards-aligned learning experiences. Through these programs, students develop essential skills in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, career readiness, and workforce preparation, empowering them to succeed in school, work, and life.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate engaging JA BizTown® and JA Finance Park® simulation experiences while ensuring consistent program delivery.
• Prepare and maintain simulation environments, including technology, materials, and supplies.
• Welcome, train, and support volunteers serving as mentors and role models for students.
• Lead large groups with confidence and professionalism, utilizing strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Ensure the safe arrival, participation, and departure of students throughout the program day.
• Provide exceptional customer service and support to educators, volunteers, and students.
• Collect and manage program forms, surveys, and reports in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot basic technology issues and assist with equipment maintenance.
• Support inventory management, special projects, and other program-related responsibilities as assigned.
• Attend required meetings, trainings, and events.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Strong people skills, with an ability to connect with teens and adults
• Experience and enthusiasm in working with youth
• Familiarity and comfort with technology, such as iPads, Google Chrome Books, Microsoft Office 365
• Knowledge of, and sensitivity to, issues prevalent in under-resourced communities
• Strong time management skills and ability to multitask and work collaboratively
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Passion for JA’s mission

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

JA of Central Carolinas is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. JA prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, and local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.  Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Work Location: In person