Diller Teen Fellows Program Coordinator

Under the direction of the Director of Teen Programs, the Diller Teen Fellows Program Coordinator oversees the Boston cohort of the Diller Teen Fellows, an international teen leadership program sponsored by the Helen Diller Family Foundation and the JCC of Greater Boston. This position is responsible for the planning, coordination, and day-to-day management of program operations, including curriculum, logistics, participant experience, and community partnerships. The Coordinator also collaborates with and supports the broader Teen Department in delivering meaningful, relevant, and innovative programming that advances the department's strategic goals and contributes to a vibrant Jewish future. The Program Coordinator exercises significant independent judgment in all aspects of program design, decision and execution including: budget oversight, logistical details, communication and community partnerships.

JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston’s core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.

Primary responsibilities include, and are not limited to:

Diller Teen Fellows – Program Leadership & Management

• Own the full program lifecycle for the Boston cohort, including strategic planning, curriculum development, logistics, and quality assurance across all workshops, retreats, and seminars.
• Lead and mentor 20 program participants, 2 Junior Counselors, and 1 Program Intern/Assistant, cultivating leadership skills and Jewish identity throughout the program year.
• Manage the annual recruitment, interview, and selection process to identify and enroll participants aligned with program goals.
• Manage the program budget, ensuring responsible allocation of resources and accurate financial reporting.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the Israeli partner coordinator; co-design and co-lead seminars in the local community and in Israel, ensuring alignment with program vision.
• Represent the Boston cohort at national and international Diller convenings, including three week-long seminars annually, and incorporate best practices and professional development back into the local program.
• Cultivate ongoing relationships with program families and alumni, positioning them as active stakeholders and contributors to the program’s impact.
• Maintain regular communication with parents of participating teens and local alumni to keep them informed and engaged in the program.

Teen Department – Program Support

• Support Teen Department initiatives including community service days, social programming, and special workshops—ensuring consistent quality and alignment with departmental vision and mission.
• Assume additional responsibilities in support of department goals as directed by the Director of Teen Programs.

Community Partnerships & External Relations

• Build and sustain strategic partnerships with schools, synagogues, and communal organizations to enhance program impact and reach.
• Represent the Teen Department at community events, panels, and professional forums, serving as an ambassador for the department’s vision and JCC mission.

• Actively model JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values, fostering a positive, welcoming, inclusive culture where individuals feel valued, respected, and supported to succeed.
• Lead with integrity, positivity, and accountability, building trust and modeling the behaviors that strengthen organizational culture.
• Maintain a safety-first, solution-oriented mindset that prioritizes inclusion, risk awareness, and high standards of service and accountability.
• Set and communicate a clear vision aligned with organizational priorities and lead change with clarity, empathy, and resilience.
• Build collaborative partnerships across teams, volunteers, vendors, and community stakeholders while representing the organization with professionalism.
• Drive operational excellence through sound judgment, data-informed decision-making, and responsible financial stewardship.
• Provide calm, decisive leadership in complex or high-pressure situations while promoting continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Attend JCCGB All Staff meetings, and other meetings and trainings as assigned.
• Perform other duties as required to support departmental and organizational success.

This is a great chance to join JCC Greater Boston's respected and valued, people-orientated workplace of diverse community services providers, which is rapidly growing! 

About JCC Greater Boston

Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to its mission of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community by nurturing meaningful and lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.

JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!

The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.

To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/

JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented group.

This is a full-time, hybrid role with a minimum of one in-person day per week and additional on-site presence required for programmatic purposes. Must be able to work effectively in a busy, dynamic environment managing multiple priorities. Ability to lift and carry objects up to 40 pounds.

Individuals must possess these qualifications or be able to demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.