J-Family Ambassador - Community Builder in Fairfax, Virginia at Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia

About Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia

The Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia (Pozez JCC), located in Fairfax, Virginia, is a nonprofit, social service organization that builds community and enriches lives. The Pozez JCC is a community connector, offering a variety of programs and services on the main campus, online and throughout Northern Virginia through its many partnerships. Quality programs and experiences, based on Jewish values, include early childhood education, after-school & day camps, social programs for families raising young children, J-Fit health & aquatics activities, adult learning and cultural programs, inclusion and disabilities services, community impact through volunteerism, and more. Programs are open to people of all ages and backgrounds.

Position Description

Position Title: J-Family Ambassador — Great Falls to Ashburn

Title and Name of Supervisor: Sariel Ende-Alonzo, J-Family Ambassador Program Manager

Why this role matters:

Our J-Family Ambassadors (JFAs) build authentic relationships, create new, barrier-free Jewish experiences, expand communities, and share relevant Jewish content with families raising Jewish children under the age of 6. JFAs support the Ambassador program through regular correspondence with their constituency, face-to-face gatherings, small-scale outreach, and community events. As a JFA, you will help new parents meet and connect with other Jewish families in Northern Virginia and access relevant and meaningful experiences.

Our JFAs also work in coordination with and support of the Growing Jewish Families program and the broader Community Impact and Engagement department. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with our community and have a significant impact on the experience of families across Northern Virginia.

This is a part-time position, up to 20 hours per week.

Core Responsibilities:

• Work in person at the Pozez JCC a minimum of 2 to 3 hours per week for programming, training, and collaboration.
• Contact new families with children under the age of six to explain program goals and assess their interests and needs.
• Meet informally with new parents over coffee to build relationships, share information on available programs and resources, and deliver J-Baby bags to new families.
• Plan, organize, and facilitate regular events throughout the Great Falls to Ashburn corridor at family-friendly venues, in-home settings, or at the Pozez JCC.
• Coordinate and lead approximately two to three programs per month, including weekend events, especially on Sundays.
• Manage logistics, marketing, and development of events with JCC staff support.
• Build and strengthen relationships with constituents through ongoing communication.
• Develop and cultivate new marketing opportunities to expand participation in JFA programs.
• Contribute social media content, promote family events on social media, and participate in online conversations with topics of interest to new parents.
• Serve as a concierge to cross-promote local Jewish community programs and partner organization offerings.
• Maintain accurate records and complete various brief surveys to provide snapshots of how local families are engaging in the Jewish community.
• Participate in regular trainings and conference calls to learn and share best practices with other Ambassadors.
• Ongoing monitoring of social media sites to learn what is already being offered for parents with young children locally, sharing observations at meetings and training sessions.
• Collaborate with all Pozez JCC staff and build a collaborative team environment within Growing Jewish Families and other JCC departments.
• Cover programs for other JFAs as needed.
• Attend PJ Library meetings and other general meetings as required.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed, required, or assigned.

About the Pozez JCC:

The Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia, located in Fairfax, Virginia, is a nonprofit social service organization that builds community and enriches lives. The Pozez JCC is a community connector, offering a variety of programs and services on its main campus, online, and throughout Northern Virginia through its many partnerships. Quality programs and experiences, based on Jewish values, include early childhood education, after-school and day camps, social programs for families raising young children, health and aquatics activities, adult learning and cultural programs, inclusion and disabilities services, community impact through volunteerism, and more. Programs are open to people of all ages and backgrounds.

Qualifications

You are:

• A self-starter. You are not afraid of ambiguity. You understand that it is your job to create the clarity you seek and you relish making order out of chaos.
• Collaborative. You enjoy learning from and with talented colleagues and are excited to be part of the success of the Pozez JCC.
• Savvy and intuitive. You are adept at communicating ideas to a range of stakeholders and you know that different settings often require different methods and tools. You understand when confidentiality is necessary and are able to maintain it.
• Passionate about the work. You are motivated by the mission of the Pozez JCC and you have a deep connection and desire for this work to exist in the world.
• Innovative and grounded. You love trying new things and devising creative solutions to persistent problems. Most importantly, you know how to make it happen.
• You believe that diversity is a strength. You account for the value of diversity in every aspect of your work and you understand the nuances of diversity that shape the experiences of families and community members.
• Organized. You are able to handle multiple tasks and show a high level of attention to detail in your work.
• Flexible. You are comfortable with change in your work environment and schedule.

You should have:

• Knowledge of Jewish traditions, holidays, and customs.
• Knowledge about (or willingness to learn about) local offerings for parents with children ages 0 to 6, both within and outside of the Jewish community.
• Basic knowledge of the Great Falls, Reston, Herndon, Sterling, and Ashburn communities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, web-based applications, and social media.
• Experience in Salesforce, Zoom, and Google Docs (preferred, but not required).
• Experience in leading children's programming (preferred, but not required).
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to travel to various locations throughout the Great Falls to Ashburn area, which may or may not be accessible by public transportation.
• Ability to lift, carry, and transport program materials as needed.
• Access to a computer and internet.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Must live in or immediately adjacent to the Great Falls to Ashburn area.

Ambassadors have the exciting opportunity to:

• Have a hands-on role in re-imagining their local Jewish community to meet the needs of new parents with young children.
• Grow your personal, professional, and social network.
• Develop new skills that will be valuable for future employment opportunities and leadership roles in other organizations.
• Learn and work with community partners, as well as the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington.

Additional Information

This is a part-time, non-exempt position at $19 per hour, up to 20 hours per week. You will also receive an individual membership to the Pozez JCC and professional development opportunities.

The Pozez JCC is proud to partner with the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington to present J-Family Ambassadors in Northern Virginia.

Research shows that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they feel that they meet 100% of the qualifications. If this role sounds interesting to you, we encourage you to apply! The Pozez JCC is committed to building a diverse team that draws on the strengths of people with a variety of identities, backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.