Program Associate
High Jump is seeking an organized, community-minded individual to join our Programs team as the Program Associate. This new role supports three functional areas : recruiting and enrolling new students, strengthening relationships and resources for program alumni, and supporting projects related to the operation of High Jump's programming portfolio. This is a collaborative role that interacts with students, families, staff, and partnersand is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing behind-the-scenes systems with meaningful, people-facing work. The role will report directly to the Chief Programs Officer with shared supervision from program directors, and will also work closely with the program staff on an array of projects and initiatives. Through this role, we envision our candidate will be able to contribute meaningfully to the success of our organization and develop a broad set of skills and experiences that can accelerate their own career growth.
POSITION STATUS : This is a full-time position in a hybrid work environment. Annual salary range of $50,000 - $55,000, based on experience and credentials. Our anticipated start date is : September 15, 2025.
Qualifications
- College Degree required
- Previous employment or significant volunteer experience in Education preferred
- Spanish Language Proficiency preferred
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Support for Admissions / EnrollmentData Management to support Community Outreach and School Recruiting visits
Participate in (or conduct) some Recruiting Visits at CPS Elementary SchoolsSupport the Auditing of Student Application FilesSupport general communication with applicants and parentsMaintain and Update Elementary School Contacts listsSupport Recruitment Events : Assist in preparing for recruitment fairs, open houses, or school outreach events.Assist in coordinating student interviewsSupport for Alumni ProgrammingSupporting the Management of Alumni Data
Supporting efforts around High School SelectionStaffing events to support AlumniSupport communication with alumniResearch other programmatic support for our alumniSupport for other administrative functions within High Jump ProgrammingWork with the CPO on topics including : Organizational Growth Strategies, Developing Program Partnerships, and supporting collaborative projects across the organization
Support other members of the Program team on projects as they arise, and be responsive to other duties as assignedKnowledge and Skills
Growth MindsetCollaborative approach and ability to work well in teamsStrong Communication and writing skillsAbility to stay organized with multiple projects and prioritiesSelf-starter with the ability to work independentlyAttention to Detail (Data Entry, Correspondence, etc)Proficiency with technology, including Google Suite and Microsoft OfficeAbility to learn to use database software like Salesforce
Other Items
Must be a mission driven person, committed to performing their functions so that the mission of the organization can be achieved.Must prioritize building trust with colleagues, demonstrating professionalism, and working well with others.Will involve periodic work on Saturdays from September through May and some evenings throughout the year.High Jump is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.The generous, comprehensive benefits package includes employer paid health contributions at 75% of monthly enrollment costs, high quality dental and vision plans, 401k with a 6% employer contribution, short and long term disability, life insurance, and many ancillary enrollment options.In addition to contractual time off and 14 holidays, the organization provides two additional and flexible weeks of paid vacation for all staff.Interested candidates should contact Shaz Rasul at srasul@highjumpchicago.org. Please include your resume and a cover letter.
