Program Generalist (Part Time)

Position Available :

Part Time (September 2026 - June 2027)

Compensation & Benefits:

Part-time / hourly / 15 to 25 hours per week / not eligible for benefits

Location:

In-office or off-site locations such as schools and program events; not eligible for remote work

Work Hours :

8AM - 2PM Junior Achievement of New Jersey's mission is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. By bridging the business and education communities with hands-on experiential programs focused on business, entrepreneurship, civic responsibility, career-readiness, and financial literacy, JA aims to motivate, engage and inspire students to recognize the value and relevance of education; to make informed decisions about their own personal education and career pathways; and to equip students with the key career-readiness skills that will drive success in any environment, and to invigorate innovative, creative, and entrepreneurial thinking among our youth. This is a part-time temporary position with flexible scheduling from September 2026 to mid-June 2027, Monday-Friday, 8am - 2pm. Pay is $19.50 per hour. Position Description The Program Generalist manages daily operations of JA learning. The position works with the Director, Program Operations and other JANJ staff to ensure high-quality program delivery. This role maintains accurate records, supports data analysis and reporting, and helps coordinate communication with schools, educators, volunteers, and internal team members. Primary Responsibilities

• Manage inventory and distribution of student and educator in-class curriculum and materials.
• Provide volunteer training and support for regional JA learning experiences to ensure quality, meaningful engagement.
• Assure adherence to program implementation models and file all needed program variances.
• Perform light cleaning and housekeeping duties in program and storage areas to ensure a safe, organized, and welcoming environment for students, educators, volunteers, and staff
• Other duties as assigned, which may include some early mornings, weeknights, and weekends.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of one year of experience in program coordination, event management, customer service, education, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present educators, volunteers, and students in a variety of school settings.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and committed to providing excellent customer service.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and relationship-management skills are important.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Physical Demands:

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

Pay:

$19.50 per hour

Work Location:

In person