Teen Community Collaborator

Merage Jewish Community Center of Orange County
Merage Jewish Community Center of Orange County

Part-time

Irvine, CA, USA

Posted on Sep 29, 2026
Reports To: Chief Strategy and Learning Officer. Department: 65. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, 30-hours per week.Purpose: Engage Jewish teens year-round through the Merage JCC, BBYO, and community partnerships. Create meaningful opportunities grounded in Jewish values where teens feel connected, safe, heard, and empowered. Manage Orange County BBYO, build teen communities/chapters, and develop a robust calendar of programs and leadership opportunities. Essential duties and responsibilities include:Communications and community collaboration:- Build strong relationships with teens, families, advisors, alumni, and community partners.- Develop and execute communications and recruitment strategies (digital/social, direct outreach, peer-to-peer) to grow teen participation.- Coordinate with congregations/Jewish agencies and BBYO to execute annual community-wide programs (Global Shabbat, JTeens Day of Service, Chai Tide). Develop teen leadership teams; plan/recruit/execute events; engage 300–500 teens; coordinate with partners. Merage JCC programming:- JCC Maccabi: Serve as Delegation Head; recruit teens; manage registrations/travel; travel with teens and ensure safety.- Young Philanthropists: Recruit teens; work with Center for Jewish Life on learning about giving/nonprofits.- JCC Global Teens: Develop a teen leadership program (temporarily on hold); recruit; travel and ensure safety. BBYO in OC:- Serve as BBYO’s Orange County City Director and regional staff member; support/grow local chapters; coach teen leaders; lead city-wide events; support regional programs. Qualifications:- Bachelor’s degree; 1–2 years experience working with teens.- Familiarity with Jewish values and traditions; inclusive mindset.- Team-oriented; strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.- Comfortable recruiting/engaging teens ages 12–17; flexible schedule (weekends/holidays); LiveScan/CPR/AED/First Aid or willing to obtain; proficiency with relevant tech platforms. Submit a letter of interest and resume to hr@jccoc.org.