Career Opportunities

POSITION SUMMARY
The Relationship Manager role is a full-time position that helps grow youth confidence in JA programs and helps manage and grow critical community relationships to develop strong program partnerships, fundraising opportunities, and corporate employee engagement. This is a multi-faceted position that will help expand JA programming in ND schools while simultaneously working to generate funding for JA programs and engage new or emerging partners in volunteerism, events, and employee giving. The Relationship Manager is a skilled relationship builder and steward of community partnerships and has experience establishing new partnerships. The ideal candidate will be deeply engaged in communities throughout North Dakota. The Relationship Manager is a member of the Regional Operations Team, reporting to the Vice President.

POSITION STATUS: Full-time, exempt, benefits available

COMPENSATION RANGE: $55,000 - $65,000

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, cultivate, and solicit both emerging and established Corporate and Foundation Partners, as identified with the Vice President

• Actively engage with and manage a portfolio of funding and programmatic prospects, including cultivation, solicitation, closing of gifts, and stewardship

• Works closely with the Vice President to ensure a comprehensive corporate development strategy is implemented to achieve superior customer service while exceeding funding and program goals.

• Promotes employee engagement with Corporate Partners through volunteerism, special events, and employee giving

• Create and deliver funding/sponsorship proposals and event solicitations

• Develop and deliver presentations to companies/school districts when appropriate

• Work with the Advancement team to promote/deliver special events and generate program funding

• Steward corporate relationships and gifts generated, ensuring fulfillment of funding objectives

• Support Programming efforts throughout the region by building relationships with corporate partners/volunteers and school district partnerships

• Establish relationships with school districts that culminate in signed Memorandums of Understanding

• Work with the Program team to meet the program support needs of satellites and school districts outlined in MOUs.  We provide professional development opportunities

• Knowledge and commitment to diversity and inclusion

• Special assignments and programs support as assigned by the Vice President

• Set up, reset, and maintain the mobile experiential learning spaces before and after each visit, ensuring smooth transitions between locations

• Gain and apply knowledge of program operations, mobile logistics, software systems, and equipment used in the simulations

• Collaborate with the team to create and deliver summer programs that utilize mobile units

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years of corporate fundraising, business development, or equivalent experience
• Bachelor’s degree OR Equivalent experience
• Ability to successfully cultivate and solicit corporate gifts
• Track record of achieving goals
• Possess exceptional relationship-building and influencing skills, as well as strong communication skills
• Committed to quality and integrity, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams and to foster teamwork by exhibiting JA North’s value-based behaviors
• Strong commitment to team and mission
• Ability to prioritize, manage, and work on multiple projects
• Driver’s License Required- must be able to drive the mobile unit
• Literacy in Microsoft Office Suite products

POSITION SUMMARY
This position supports the Volunteer Engagement team and the broader organization by coordinating the volunteers who make JA North’s educational experiences possible. The Volunteer Engagement Associate supports all aspects of the on-site volunteer experience and develops and implements volunteer stewardship through recruitment materials, communication, Volunteer Hub management, and surveys. In addition, this position will support staff in building and maintaining the volunteer community.

POSITION STATUS: Full-time, exempt, benefits available

COMPENSATION RANGE: $52,000 - $56,000

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the coordination of 3DE volunteer experiences (recruitment, scheduling, communication, appreciation, and retention) (50%)

• Key responsibilities in the coordination of all areas of volunteer engagement – recruitment, onboarding, communication, recognition, retention, reports and data analysis, and sharing impact (50%)

• Responsible for Volunteer Hub (Volunteer Management System) entries and ensuring all volunteer data is up to date and accurate for Program and 3DE departments

• Prioritize the volunteer experience to be positive

• Welcome and process volunteers for onsite and/or offsite experiences

• Manage records and information relating to school and volunteer activities

• Communicate with other JA Staff members regarding any volunteer updates

• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to connect with a diverse audience

• Passion for or interest in working with students in school settings, supporting their learning and growth

• Volunteer Engagement coordination experience preferred

• Excellent organizational skills, including attention to detail, time management, and the ability to act effectively and think creatively

• Strong computer skills and proficiency in word processing, database management, and spreadsheet applications

• Strong work ethic and a flexible and non-judgmental approach toward people

• Comfortable with communication via phone, email, and mail

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and take initiative when the need arises

• Ability to contribute to a positive organizational culture

• Volunteer Hub experience preferred

POSITION SUMMARY
This position will support students as they learn how to become young entrepreneurs, customers, business leaders, and learn about personal finances. As a Coordinator in JA BizTown and JA Finance Park, the position will help kids bring learning to life in a real-world environment. This aspect of the role will occur three days a week during the school year. The hours are subject to change based on availability during the summer months.

• JA BizTown has Coordinators working alongside young students and volunteers in a fast-paced, fun experiential learning lab
• Coordinators may also support JA Finance Park, which hosts older students for an immersive discussion and activity-based dive into personal budgeting and money management

POSITION STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt, hours per agreement

COMPENSATION RANGE: $22.00 - $23.00/hour

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In partnership with JA North Staff, create a positive experience for students, teachers, and volunteers during the real-world simulations

• Provide high-quality customer service and support to all stakeholders that contributes to renewing commitments from existing schools and educators involved in the program

• Implement tools to provide the needed information to volunteers and students during their day in the town or park

• Set up and reset the Learning Labs after each school visit

• Gain and apply knowledge and understanding of the program operations, software systems, and equipment

• Other projects as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• We are looking for someone passionate about supporting young people

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and take initiative when the need arises

• Experience working with ethnically diverse populations

• Good work ethic, a flexible and non-judgmental approach to people

• Strong communication skills that include absorbing, sharing, and understanding information and communicating details (whether written or verbal) in multiple different outlets

• Computer literacy with iPads, Google apps, and Microsoft Office Suite

• Knowledge and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Ability to contribute to a positive organizational culture