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POSITION TITLE: Adult, Arts, & Culture Coordinator
FLSA: Hourly/Non-Exempt, 35 hours/week
DEPARTMENT: Enrichment, Arts & Culture
LOCATION: On-site
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the Senior Director of Enrichment, Arts and Culture

The Adult, Arts and Culture Coordinator is responsible for supporting the following programs: Performing Arts, YAD (Young Adult Division), Music, Author Speaker Series, Jewish Film Festival, Lonestar Cinema, Artistic Journey and other related events. This role collaborates with other members of the department that focus on Older Adults, Family, Arts & Culture programs in supporting Jewish Journeys outreach to the Jewish community as well as our Marketing and Development teams.

JOB COMPETENCIES:

• Works well as part of a collaborative team.
• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Has excellent interpersonal skills.
• Enjoys working with adults of all ages.
• Possesses strong knowledge of Judaism and its principles, culture and traditions.
• Proficient working with Microsoft Office Suite, creating Zoom webinars, CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software and social media sites such as, but not limited to, Facebook and Instagram.
• Invested in the overall success of the agency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate adult enrichment classes, programs and events.
• Communicate with other agencies and work with committees on partnered events.
• Coordinate Artistic Journey Events such as the Annual Arts & Crafts Expo and Artists in Residency Program and support Jewish Journey events such as Hands on Sukkot and Hands-on Chanukah.
• Maintain JCC website related to Arts & Culture, Adult Happenings, Jewish Film Festival, and Fogiel Gift Shop.
• Support film events such as the Jewish Film Festival and Lonestar Cinema, including the film selection process, marketing, fundraising, film distribution, event planning and customer relations.
• Communicate with authors and publicists regarding the Author Speaker Series and conduct the audience Q&A with authors following their presentations.
• Create weekly Arts & Culture e-blasts and maintain an up-to-date e-blast list.
• Maintain the YAD (Young Adult Division) Instagram and webpage accounts; plan, execute and host YAD events and support the YAD volunteer committee.
• Work with relevant teams to promote programs and events via social media, website, email and within the agency.
• Collaborate with the Senior Director of Enrichment, Arts and Culture and Gift Shop Manger to coordinate Artistic Journey exhibits, including researching artists, themes, exhibit installation and dismantling, tours, database, inventory, promotion and all related responsibilities.
• Build and maintain relationships with artists, collectors, and other exhibit curators.
• Prepare contracts with the artists, as well as reports and documents for exhibitions.
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards related to collections and exhibitions.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Regularly required to see, talk and hear.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk.
• Occasionally required to climb and bend.
• Regularly required to use a computer, printer, and telephone.
• Regularly required to drive personal vehicle for business purposes.
• Regularly required to work indoors and in a noisy environment.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Judaism, Jewish culture, traditions and holiday observances.
• Proficient in MS Office, CRM, Zoom webinars, website design, and social media sites.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Outstanding soft skills: ability to engage, train, motivate, collaborate and direct volunteers.
• Nonprofit experience preferred.

Resumes should be sent via email to Christina Avena at avenac@jcc-sa.org.

POSITION TITLE: Director of Internal Engagement
FLSA: Salary
DEPARTMENT: Administrative
PAY LEVEL: based on experience
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the CEO
ADDITIONAL: 30 hours/week, in person

This position is responsible for organizational administration and human resources (HR) support for the Barshop Jewish Community Center of San Antonio (JCC). This role serves as the point of contact for all HR responsibilities including the day-to-day employee relations-related responsibilities and designated administrative responsibilities related to the Board of Directors and Executive team.

To be a successful candidate, the individual must:

• Work well as part of a collaborative team
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
• Maintain a strong sense of organization and attention to detail, with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Exhibit a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Have a proven track record of creating processes that improve efficiency
• Be invested in the overall success of the agency

Key Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Supports the day-to-day employee relations-related responsibilities.
• Creates and executes recruitment plans for hiring for present needs and for future growth. Collaborates with appropriate staff to understand skills and competencies required for positions.
• Responsible for creating and promoting all job postings internally and publicly.
• Coordinates with staff to verify candidate requirements prior to projected start date and preparation of new hire documents. Responsible for ensuring new employee onboarding is completed thoroughly.
• Manages employee onboarding and offboarding processes, including creating efficiencies and recommendations to improve the process.
• Plans and prepares ongoing and specialized professional development opportunities for all staff and/or any department specific needs.
• Coordinates team building activities and opportunities for all staff.
• Disseminate relevant communication to staff on behalf of the Executive team.
• Serve as liaison between the CEO and the Board of Directors, including scheduling and preparing for meetings, compiling and maintaining meeting minutes, publishing Board information to the designated portal.
• Supporting CEO as needed, including coordinating schedules.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Management, or related field.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Non-profit experience preferred.
• Ability to quickly acquire knowledge of the organizational structure, mission, goals and objectives, policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to deal with diverse situations and people.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff and those contacts.
• A valid driver’s license and insured personal vehicle.

JCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to heissc@jcc-sa.org with the subject line “Internal Engagement.”

Responsible, reliable, caring individual to work in our childcare room. The caregiver will work with small groups of children, from infants to eight years old, for short periods of time while parents use the gym or other facilities in our community center. This is a great opportunity for a student.

Available shifts:
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Monday – Thursday, 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Job type: Part-time

Childcare responsibilities include:

• Supervision and care of children
• Positive interactions with children
• Keeping the environment tidy and safe
• Cleaning interactive areas throughout the shift
• Caring and compassionate attitude when interacting with and caring for children
• Ability to multitask in order to handle multiple children at a time
• Able to communicate effectively with parents
• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPR and First Aid certifications (preferred)
• Prior experience working with young children (preferred)
• Ability to get to and from work on time
• Must be 18 years of age or older

If interested, please send resume plus 3 references to Amy Goldstein.

Drivers are responsible for providing safe and reliable transportation to programs and events offered at the Barshop JCC, including older adult activities and after-school programs and field trips. Drivers are ultimately responsible for ensuring that the bus or van is safe to operate.

Key Competencies:
• Possesses an excellent driving record
• Works well as part of a collaborative team
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience working with children and older adults
• Reliable, punctual, and meets established deadlines
• Invested in the overall success of the agency

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Transport older adults from home to the JCC for program events and classes.
• Transport after-school students daily from school to the JCC and field
• Assist older adults and children with getting on and off the vehicles as needed.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Check vehicles for oil, transmission fluid, and
• Wash vans; report any problems with the vehicles.
• Protect the health and safety of all transported children and older adults.
• Attend team meetings and other meetings as scheduled by the JCC.
• Do agency errands as
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Regularly required to see, talk and hear
• Regularly required to sit, stand and walk
• Regularly required to bend and pull
• Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 100 lbs.
• Regularly required to use a phone
• Occasionally required to use a computer
• Regularly required to work outside in occasionally extreme hot and cold environments
• Regularly required to work in loud and noisy environments and in close proximity to others
• Regularly required to drive a 14- seat passenger van, 29-seat passenger bus, 57-seat passenger school bus, and two 6-seat mini-vans

Qualifications:

• 21 years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Possess a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with P and S Endorsements – Required
• Clean driving record required
• Experience working with older adults and children preferred
• Experience driving multi-passenger vehicles such as a school bus, passenger van and mini-van
• Infant/Child/Adult CPR and First Aid certification preferred

Contact Brandon Barnes for more information, (210) 302-6836. Interested applicants, please send a resume by email (with names and contact information for 3 references).

Group Exercise instructors (Contract) needed to lead Pilates and Yoga classes.

• Enthusiastic about group exercise classes and enjoy creating and delivering new, fresh and innovative routines
• Confident in your professionalism by reporting on-time with a positive attitude and a passion to motivate others
• A professional who is collaborative and a flexible leader in and out of the studio

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience actively leading successful group exercise classes
• Current nationally accredited group exercise certification (e.g. AFAA, ACE, ACSM, NETA); other formats include Pilates and Yoga.
• Instructors teaching licensed/branded formats (e.g. Zumba) must also be trained and licensed to teach those formats
• Current CPR/AED certification (First Aid certification is a plus)
• Candidate must be professional in appearance and manner, personable, able to multi-task, dependable and able to take initiative
• HS diploma or equivalent required
• Criminal background check required.

Contact our Fitness and Group Exercise Supervisor for more information, (210) 302-6909. Interested applicants, please send a resume by email (with names and contact information for 3 references).

The SOD (supervisor on duty) is responsible for overseeing the Barshop Jewish Community center facilities, members, guests, staff and activities during evening and weekend hours. She/he must respond to needs and concerns in a courteous, informed and enthusiastic manner. The ideal candidate is able to work independently but also as a respectful, contributing member of a team. The position requires flexibility, good judgment and excellent communication skills. This position reports to the Sports and Recreation Director.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise the JCC, which includes the Sports and Fitness area, the Tennis Courts, Swimming pool, ballfields and the main level of the facility. The SOD will help implement a clean and safe environment for all users
• Create supervisory presence and visibility by performing on-going building walk-throughs during shift, addressing suspicious or unsafe behaviors or activity, securing entrances and offices
• Provide premiere customer service to all members, guests and staff of the Barshop JCC
• Address member concerns and suggestions in an attentive and courteous manner
• Report all incidents, issues and concerns to the Sports and Fitness Rec director promptly and effectively.
• Complete incident/accident reports as needed
• Oversee and assist evening/weekend staff working in the following areas: CID, S&F Front Desk, Gift Shop, Fitness Center, Group Fitness, Sports and Rec, Aquatics, and Maintenance.
• Coordinate and implement set-up for programs and events in accordance with the daily schedule.
• Maintain constant communication with CID.
• Understand and be able to execute the Emergency Action Plans (EAP) as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE

• Proven ability to effectively work with and supervise facilities, activities and staff.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• CPR/AED certification and First Aid (re-certification available)
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and Outlook in a professional setting.

Contact our Director of Recreation and Fitness Services for more information, (210) 302-6843. Interested applicants, please send a resume by email (with names and contact information for 3 references)

JCC Kids Club Afterschool Program is seeking enthusiastic, patient, hard-working staff members to work this school year. We provide a fun and safe environment for children and staff though out the year with flexible hours to work around your busy schedule. Applicants must be high school graduates or older.

• Monday – Friday (work days are flexible)
  Hours: 2pm-6pm daily
  Great Childcare Experience working with kids Kinder -8th grade

If interested reach out to us at jcckidsclub@jcc-sa.org or Contact our Youth Department for more information, 210-302-6837.

Group Exercise instructor to lead various group exercise formats. Aquafit, Barre, Body Pump, Cycling, HIIT, Cardio Dance/Hip Hop etc.

• Enthusiastic about group exercise classes and enjoy creating and delivering new, fresh and innovative routines
• Confident in your professionalism by reporting on-time with a positive attitude and a passion to motivate others
• A professional who is collaborative and a flexible leader in and out of the studio

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience actively leading successful group exercise classes
• Current nationally accredited group exercise certification (e.g. AFAA, ACE, ACSM, NETA); other formats include Zumba,Yoga, Schwinn Cycle, Les Mills Body Pump.
• Instructors teaching licensed/branded formats (e.g. Zumba) must also be trained and licensed to teach those formats
• Current CPR/AED certification (First Aid certification is a plus)
• Candidate must be professional in appearance and manner, personable, able to multi-task, dependable and able to take initiative
• HS diploma or equivalent required
• Criminal background check required.

Contact our Fitness and Group Exercise Supervisor for more information, (210) 302-6909. Interested applicants, please send a resume by email (with names and contact information for 3 references)

Position title:  Fitness Center Attendant
FLSA:  Hourly/Non-Exempt/Part-Time
DEPARTMENT:  Sports & fitness
PAY RANGE:  $12.00 – $14.00 per hour
Reporting Relationship:  Reports to Fitness & Group Exercise Supervisor

ADDITIONAL: 10 hours/week – 11:00AM – 4:00PM, Mondays and Wednesdays

This position enhances the member experience by creating a welcoming, clean and safe environment in the Fitness Center and exercise studios for JCC Members and guests while providing the highest quality of customer service.

To be successful, the candidate must:

• Work well as part of a collaborative team.
• Possess strong communication and customer service skills.
• Be friendly, patient, professional and empathetic with all individuals.
• Possess strong multitasking, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Be able to maintain strict confidentiality of member information.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Engage with members and guests, meet and greet them, and respond to their questions.
• Develop, motivate and maintain professional relationships with members and guests by providing personal attention using a proactive approach.
• Provide basic assistance, orientation and guidance to users of the fitness equipment.
• Ensure a safe environment and promptly respond to and report safety and emergency situations.
• Clean all equipment after member use and keep the fitness center tidy at all times.
• Launder towels and maintain a steady towel supply for members.
• Enforce Fitness Center and Weight Room etiquette with members and guests.
• Continuously walk the Fitness Center engaging with members while enforcing safety and sanitation protocols.
• Monitor equipment and report any maintenance issues to Fitness & Group Exercise Supervisor.
• Behave as a role model by leading and promoting a healthy lifestyle and maintain a positive attitude at all times when working with members.
• Provide hospitality to all members and guests and work together as a team with all departments.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of member information.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Physical requirements and working conditions of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Occasionally required to climb, push and pull.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly exposed to a noisy work environment and in close proximity to others.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Strength and cardio training experience
• Current CPR/AED Certification preferred by not required

Contact our Fitness and Group Exercise Supervisor for more information, (210) 302-6909. Interested applicants, please send a resume by email (with names and contact information for 3 references).

Applications for summer lifeguards and swim instructors are now being accepted.  Lifeguard applicants must be 16 years or older and have an up-to-date American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification and CPR/AED.

The JCC offers Lifeguard Certification classes.

Swim Instructors must have WSI, Swim America or a comparable swim instructor certification.

Contact our Aquatics Supervisor for more information, (210) 302-6851.

We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, caring, individual who enjoys working with young children to fill a part-time Assistant Teacher position at our NAEYC Accredited early childhood program. Our school has low teacher-child ratios, high standard of care, supportive teachers and administration, friendly and respectful work environment, paid professional development opportunities, and opportunities for advancement.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Early Childhood Education student. You can attend school in the morning and work in the afternoons. This opportunity provides you with hands-on classroom experience in a top-quality early childhood program. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED. Some college level Early Childhood education and experience working with young children preferred.

Please send resume by email (with names and contact information for 3 references). Criminal background check required.

Contact our Early Childhood Department for more information, (210) 302-6846.

Part-time shifts, (program hours 7am–6pm, M-F) are available. Our NAEYC-accredited program is seeking part-time and substitute teachers to work for children ages six weeks through five years. Experience, education and/or training in early childhood preferred. You must be at least 18 years old with HS diploma or equivalent. Experience and college credits in early childhood education/child development preferred. Please send resume by email (with names and contact information for 3 references). Criminal background check required.

Contact our Early Childhood Department for more information at (210) 302-6846.

The Campus of the San Antonio Jewish Community is home to the JCC and several other organizations. The Campus is seeking persons interested in a full-time custodial position. Click here for more information and email resume, name, and/or contact information to Nick Gamez.