JCC Maccabi Assistant Games Director
About The Position
The JCC Maccabi Assistant Games Director plays a key role in the planning, coordination, and execution of the JCC Maccabi Games. This position supports the Games Director in ensuring a seamless and positive experience for delegations, volunteers, staff, athletes/teens, and community stakeholders through strong communication, organization, and operational leadership. We are a team; our members and guests are what make Shalom Austin feel like a home away from home. The successful candidate for this position will be comfortable (and excited!) about database work, excel in both behind the scenes operations and customer service, love being a key team member assisting multiple people, and will be happy to support several program areas run well.
Requirements
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Proactive, solution-oriented work style
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong public speaking and presentation abilities
- Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Experience managing volunteers and working collaboratively with teams
- Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Understanding of and enthusiasm for the mission and values of the JCC Maccabi program
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Jewish community organizations and culture preferred
- Previous Maccabi experience is preferred, but not required
Responsibilities
- Support the Games Director in all planning, administrative, and operational aspects of the JCC Maccabi Games.
- Collaborate with Steering Committee Chairs, committee members, staff liaisons, and community partners to ensure successful event execution.
- Work closely with Israeli Shliach and support all efforts to bring “Israel” to the JCC Maccabi program.
- Serve as the primary liaison for visiting delegations, facilitating clear communication and coordination between delegations and Games committees.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with delegation heads to support a smooth and organized Games experience.
- Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, steering committee meetings, and additional planning sessions as needed.
- Develop and distribute monthly Games newsletters and other communications for delegations, volunteers, and the local community.
- Assist in promoting the Games through marketing, outreach, and community engagement efforts.
- Partner with Local Delegation Heads and staff to coordinate all aspects of the local delegation experience, including administrative, social, and athletic components.
- Support community outreach initiatives to recruit athletes, volunteers, host families, and spectators from across the Jewish community.
- Represent the Games at community events, presentations, and special engagements.
- Work closely with JCC Association national staff and assist with registration system administration.
- Assist in supervising part-time staff, interns, and volunteers as assigned.
- Provide additional operational and administrative support as needed to ensure the success of the Games.
- Maintain constant communication with the Games Director and Games Chairperson to address operational needs and respond to evolving priorities.
- Assist with on-site event management and help ensure a smooth, organized, and positive Games experience for all participants.
Benefits
- FREE membership to the fitness and aquatics center
- Discounts on programs, including personal training
- Regular opportunities for training and continuing education
- Outstanding medical insurance coverage through Cigna (company pays over 80% of the premium cost of the base plan)
- Option to contribute to our 403(b) with the opportunity for a company match
- Life and long-term disability insurance (company pays 100% of the cost)
- 18 days of paid time off in the first year
- More than 15 Jewish and Federal holidays
- Up to a 50% discount for children in the early childhood program (as enrollment allows)
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexibility in work schedule
- Opportunity to work in a flexible hybrid environment (in-office and remote)
- Opportunity to make a difference in the Central Texas Jewish community every day
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
