Junior Researcher jobs in Palmer, AK

Job Title: Financial Literacy & College and Career Readiness Pathway Director

Reports to: President

Department: Education

Location: Anchorage office supporting all JAAK communities

FTE Status: Full Time Exempt position

ABOUT JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF ALASKA

We are the passionate people behind a movement that seeks to educate and inspire young people to succeed in a global economy. JAAK supports JA operations throughout Alaska in 55 communities statewide. JAAK annually reaches over 15,000 students each year. Through age-appropriate curricula, JA programs begin at the elementary school level, teaching children how they can impact the world around them as individuals, workers and consumers. JA programs continue through the middle grades and high school, focusing on the key content areas of entrepreneurship, work readiness, and financial literacy.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: This position will oversee and manage our Work and Career Readiness Pathway (WCRP) and Financial Literacy Pathway (FLP) and support the growth and expansion of Middle and High School student participation in key JAAK initiatives. The position will support programs with nonprofit partners, business and education communities around the state.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement and support middle and high school WCRP and FLP JA programs in school statewide
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders to achieve annual goals.
• Facilitate trainings for middle and high school educators
• Support the customer service plan to ensure quality of all programs through effective and personal communications via phone calls, classroom monitoring and evaluation to improve retention of volunteers.
• Monitor curriculum distribution to schools
• Adhere to program reporting requirements to ensure proper verification of all programs.
• Manage records and information relating to school and volunteer activity
• Lead recruitment efforts to fill placement and training of volunteers when necessary
• Develop and deliver presentations to businesses, schools and individuals to gain engagement.
• Manage a statewide network of educators
• Attend trainings offered by JA USA to continue striving for professional improvement
• Attend JA events and fundraisers when necessary
• Provide overall support for the Anchorage School District Career Academy initiative

EXPERIENCE/QUALITIES REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, and at least five years business, sales, education or non-profit experience. Experience as an educator or working with schools in Alaska is preferred but not required.
• Ability to perform, organize, and while dealing with interruptions from teachers, volunteers, or co-workers.
• Strong communication and persuasion skills to recruit volunteers and provide exceptional customer service communications (e-mail, phone, school visits, etc.) to educators, community leaders, and volunteers
• Demonstrated experience implementing educational programs
• You are comfortable networking, working with educators, public speaking and making presentations.
• Proficient computer skills, preferably in a Google Classroom, Canvas, and Microsoft environment.

PAY/COMPENSATION: Salary, $55,000 - $65,000 DOE, competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision, paid time off, vacation, bonus opportunities and flexible work arrangements.

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, and ability to adjust or focus.

BACKGROUND CHECK: This position is subject to the successful completion of a background check /verification of educational credentials contained in resume.

TO APPLY: Email resume to fteo@ja-alaska.org.

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 employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship. JAAK is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applicants from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Anchorage, AK 99518: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person