Capstone Coordinator

JA Associate – Full Time (Base Office: Grand Rapids)

DATE: January 2023
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled
POSITION TITLE: Capstone Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Education
REPORTS TO: Capstone Director

ABOUT JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF THE MICHIGAN GREAT LAKES:

Junior Achievement of the Michigan Great Lakes’ purpose is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. JAMGL reaches thousands of students in 50 counties annually in relevant, hands-on learning experiences that teach young people to manage their money, plan for their economic future, own their own businesses, and develop readiness for careers or college.

Junior Achievement associates are known for their passion for the JA mission that brings together business and education to work with students in kindergarten through high school so they are empowered to own their economic success. Members of the JA team interact with community leaders who support JA with their time, treasure, and talent. Junior Achievement of the Michigan Great Lakes offers a collaborative, inclusive work environment and the opportunity to impact the lives of young people in our community.

POSITION CONCEPT: This position supports the effective operation of the Capstone simulation assuring quality and effectiveness of the student, teacher, and volunteer experience. Capstone simulations are on-site learning experiences following a minimum of 12 in-class lessons as part of the JA BizTown and JA Finance Park programs.

ABOUT JA BIZTOWN: JA BizTown gives students in grades five through six the opportunity to run banks, manage restaurants, read utility meters, use debit cards, and even vote. The program combines a minimum of 12 in-class learning sessions with a culminating daylong visit to a JA BizTown facility—a fully interactive, true-to-life simulation where students learn the fundamental relationship between academics and life beyond school. JA BizTown helps students envision the possibilities of what they can be by helping them see the value of staying in school. JA’s interactive curriculum engages and excites students, leading to stronger critical thinking and decision-making skills and greater self-confidence.

ABOUT JA FINANCE PARK: JA Finance Park is a program for students in grade 8-12 where they learn about budgeting and personal finance. Participating students go through approximately 13 hours of teacher-led classroom instruction with a culminating simulation day that delivers a high-tech, high-touch educational experience. During the four-and-a-half-hour simulation students assume fictional adult roles denoting career, marital status, income level, and family size. Students move from business to business within the exhibit to make real-life budget decisions about things such as groceries, housing, health care, transportation, utilities, and savings. This simulation allows students to put into action what they have learned in the classroom as they create a balanced household budget.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with conducting the Capstone simulation as assigned by the Capstone Director
• Assist/lead on-site program volunteer training
• Supervise part-time associates
• Work with school district representatives to provide information and resolve inquiries related to program implementation, scheduling, transportation, and evaluation
• Ensure the facility is adequately prepped and stocked for simulation each morning; reset the facility each day for the next day’s students
• Collect daily student, teacher, and volunteer testimonials
• Ensure the collection of volunteer photos
• Develop and implement tools to provide the needed information to volunteers and students during their simulation visit
• Assist in stewarding relationships with educators and volunteers; write thank you letters and maintain records
• Recruit volunteers for Capstone programs
• Process student/class registrations and maintain records in CRM software
• Maintain and update computer equipment as necessary
• Other responsibilities as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Prior experience working with young people
• Prior experience in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to be flexible with hours
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills; strong presentation and public speaking skills
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced, changing environment
• Able to be on feet for long periods of time
• Excellent organization and time management skills; ability to organize and prioritize work
• Advanced computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, ability to troubleshoot technology issues
• Candidates must be able to pass a federal background check and be able to work in the presence of children prior to the first day of employment
• Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered
• Associate degree required; bachelor’s preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to: sit, walk, occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, continually required to talk or hear, occasionally required to bend, lift, or climb, frequently required to lift and carry light weights (25-50 pounds) and specific vision abilities include: close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust or focus.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related duties required by their supervisor. This document does not create an implied employment contract other than an "at-will" relationship.

COVID-19 considerations:

All staff are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be willing to be vaccinated.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
All staff are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be willing to be vaccinated.

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $40,000 - $0