Job Description

At BBYO, we're motivated by our mission, inspiring us to reimagine work to make it fun, flexible, and fulfilling. We are looking for a passionate BBYO Genesis Fellow to join our team and make a difference. As a BBYO Genesis Fellow, you'll play a pivotal role in the success of BBYO by working closely with teens in the Kentucky Indiana Ohio Region to create strong programs, develop leadership skills, and make their chapters great for Jewish teens. Alongside your teammates, you'll connect in a dynamic environment and create a positive impact on teens, our community, and the world.
SHAPING THE FUTURE FOR TEENS AND YOURSELF
As a BBYO Genesis Fellow, a typical day from mid-August to the end of May will include:

• Engaging Cincinnati-area Jewish teens (grades 6th - 12th), with a focus on outreach to teens in grades 6th-9th graders, especially in the 8th-9th grades as teens are new to BBYO to create impactful, fun and dynamic programs in their local chapters.
• Planning 3-4 BBYO Connect events a year (grades 6-7) partnership with BBYO Cincinnati Director. Supporting recruitment and follow up with BBYO Connect attendees.
• Building relationships with teens and families, fostering Jewish identity and belonging.
• Supporting and staffing BBYO chapter events and regional conventions through year-round programming, leadership training, and recruitment. When the staff member is staffing a BBYO program, even if it is at Camp Livingston, their priority is completing their BBYO responsibilities.
• Mentoring teen leaders and delivering leadership training.
• Working with teens to attract and retain members to build and grow chapters.
• Guiding teens in establishing an annual calendar for each chapter that drives engagement and recruitment through meaningful programming.
• Building and maintaining relationships with key volunteers, parents, partners and stakeholders in the community.
• Partner with local synagogues and day schools to deliver high-quality Jewish music and leadership programs.

• Developing and implementing a teen song leader training initiative in Cincinnati.
• Leading music and song-leading experiences for community programs that have been approved by BBYO and Camp Livingston.
• Facilitating the planning process, alongside teen leadership, and colleagues, for regional events including overnight conventions
• Working alongside colleagues to bring new, innovative, and fun ideas to the community.
• Assisting with mass communication tools including but not limited to newsletters, social media, and phone follow-ups.
• Tracking regional data such as membership, prospects, and program logistics.
• Supporting Camp Livingston recruitment once a month.

A typical day from the end of May until early August will include:

• Attending staff training
• Support programming at Camp Livingston for 10 weeks during the summer,
• Manage all music and song-leading programs and experiences
• Staffing 3-4 Camp Livingston retreats (Memorial Day weekend, Labor Day, and flexibility on the other retreats)

ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR MAKING A LASTING IMPACT
Our team has an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for innovation to drive positive change. These skills are key to success as a BBYO Genesis Fellow:

• Experience: 0-3 years of work experience. Experience with youth or teens in a youth organization or camp environment is preferred.
• Education: A bachelor's degree or higher required.

Skills:

• A general knowledge of Jewish culture and calendar
• Organized with an attention to detail
• Commitment to relationship building, networking and customer service
• Excellent communication skills
• Creativity and problem solving
• Confidence to take initiative to work independently and as part of a supportive team
• Abilities:

• Must reside in Cincinnati Area
• Attend all regional conventions and major events, BBYO's staff conference, and staff BBYO's International Convention each year.
• Ability to travel regularly throughout the region and to organization-wide events
• Ability to work non-traditional hours (some nights and weekends) when teens are available
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. without holding a visa or sponsorship.
• To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function with or without reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law.

BBYO GENESIS FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
The BBYO Genesis Fellowship is a two-year program. This role would join the Genesis Fellowship Class of 2028, which would kick off in August 2026 and end after summer assignment 2028, with the potential for permanent roles upon completion. As a fellow, you'll gain invaluable experience rotating within BBYO departments, building a diverse skill set and an impressive resume. Program highlights include:

• Rotate within a variety of BBYO departments to learn different areas of the business and build your resume
• Mentorship and Coaching: Receive one-on-one mentorship and participate in cohort-based coaching for professional growth.
• Learn to analyze and track data, driving effective decision-making processes.
• Leadership Development: Enhance your ability to inspire and influence others, becoming an effective leader.
• Networking: Build strong relationships and travel to BBYO communities to expand your professional network.

BENEFITS OF OUR DYNAMIC AND SUPPORTIVE WORKPLACE
Own Your Balance

• Flexible work environment
• Unlimited paid time off during the school year (PTO)

• While at Camp Livingston in the summer, Staff Member will have six days off throughout the summer (two days each session and intersession)
• Fridays during the school year, except if there is a chapter program, convention, or conference.
• 18 paid secular and Jewish holidays
• PLUS two week-long office shutdowns

Invest in Your Well-being

• Medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability, and 2.5x salary life insurance
• Generous 403b and Roth retirement plan with vested match
• Free access to WellHub, which includes access to gyms, online workouts and wellness apps

Family First Environment

• Teen Involvement Benefit stipend
• Flexibility in bringing child(ren) on business travel
• Generous paid parental leave

We also pay for your TSA pre-check, provide a home technology allowance and have pet insurance options!
BE A PART OF A LEGACY...
that celebrates our rich, century-long history of enhancing the Jewish experience to build a meaningful, teen-led future.

• with an inclusive culture where authenticity is celebrated, respect is given, and fun is encouraged.
• built on trust and empowerment, offering flexibility in where you work and autonomy in how it gets done.

Embracing our past and future, we are excited about our growth and the challenges ahead. Join us and embark on an exciting journey with BBYO. INSPIRING TODAY. BUILDING TOMORROW.
We are committed to enhancing the Jewish experience, valuing diversity, providing equal opportunity, and maintaining an environment free from discrimination or harassment. BBYO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity by complying with all applicable laws which prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type in the workplace. Thus, BBYO strictly prohibits discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law in all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, training, wage and salary, benefits, discipline, and termination.

Skills Required