Administrative Coordinator

Job Posting:
Administrative Coordinator

Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Reports To:

Director of Culture and Engagement

Salary: $30,000 - $40,000 annual salary (dependent on experience)

About Us

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor (the JCC) is a vibrant, welcoming hub dedicated to evolving and enriching the cultural, educational, and social life of Washtenaw County. Guided by Jewish values but open to everyone, we serve all ages through diverse programming, early childhood education, adult enrichment, and landmark cultural events. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, inclusive environment where community members connect, learn, and celebrate together.

Are you a master organizer who also loves flexing your creative muscles? We are looking for an Administrative Coordinator to join our team full-time and in-person. You will be the heartbeat of our daily office operations, the creative eye behind our marketing materials, and a reliable, high-energy presence at our events.

In this role, no two days are the same. You will handle everything from drafting purchase orders and managing member communications to designing beautiful flyers on Canva and helping run our major events. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and love a mix of desk work and hands‑on execution, we want you on our team!

• Communications Management:
  Serve as the first line of contact—sorting through daily emails and calls, routing them efficiently, and handling community inquiries.
• Member Relations:
  Maintain strong, positive relationships with members and guests, answering questions and resolving issues with a helpful, professional attitude.
• Financial Tracking:
  Type up Purchase Orders (POs), help track project budgets, and ...
• Content Generation:
  Assist with typing, proofreading, and formatting articles, newsletters, grants, and event announcements.

• Marketing Collateral:
  Use Canva to create eye‑catching flyers, brochures, digital signage, and program assets.
• Brand Alignment:
  Ensure all designed materials align with the JCC’s visual style, brand guidelines, and community messaging.

• Event Readiness:
  Be on hand for regular and major events to assist with physical setup, signage, decor, and teardown.
• Guest Relations:
  Manage the registration desk, check in guests, and act as a ...

• The Multi‑Talented Coordinator:
  Proven experience in an administrative, secretarial, or coordinator role (non‑profit or event experience is a plus).
• Tech & Design Savvy:
  High proficiency with Canva, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office is required.
• Strong Communicator:
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills for drafting articles, assisting with grant materials, and interacting warmly with the public.
• Detail‑Oriented & Organized:
  Ability to accurately type up POs, cross‑reference spreadsheets, and assist with basic budget tracking.
• Schedule Flexibility:
  Ability to work a consistent 40‑hour week in our office, with the flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends to support major events (advance notice will always be given).
• Physical Stamina:
  Ability to stand for extended periods during events and lift/move event setup materials (up to 25 lbs).

• Benefits:
  Health/Dental insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and 401(k) match.
• A dynamic, collaborative, and creative in‑person work environment.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development within the organization.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this multifaceted role to mariepattipati.

Bonus Points:

If you have a portfolio or a few examples of flyers/graphics you’ve designed in Canva, please attach them or include a link with your application!