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Time Commitment : 8-10 hours a week (will vary), some nights and weekends required. Pay : $21 per hour When : August - May Location : North suburbs of Chicago, specifically Evanston and Wilmette 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 Chapter Specialist to join our team and make a difference. As a Chapter Specialist, you’ll play a pivotal role in working closely with chapters in the Great Midwest Region (GMR) to enhance their programming, engagement, and overall impact 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 Chapter Specialist, responsibilities will include: Work directly with teens (grades 8-12) to create impactful, fun, and dynamic programming. Coach teens on recruitment and retention strategies that build and grow their chapters to exceed membership and engagement goals. Support teens in building and executing chapter calendars, ensuring a consistent and sustainable programming cadence. Be present at chapter events and meetings, providing guidance, supervision, and mentorship as the adult in the room Ensure chapter participation in region-wide initiatives (e.g. Kickoffs, RLTI, and convention) Ensure chapter participation in organization-wide initiatives (e.g., BBYO Summer Programs, ILN, and IC) Track and analyze chapter data, including attendance, engagement, and membership trends, to inform strategy Build relationships and maintain communication with members, parents, and community partners Participate as a member of the regional team to bring innovative ideas and best practices to the community. Participate in monthly professional development with fellow Chapter Specialists Other duties as assigned DRIVING CHAPTER HEALTH AND SUCCESS Success in this role is measured by consistent improvement in chapter health and engagement outcomes. As a Chapter Specialist, you will partner with teen leaders to build strong, sustainable chapters by tracking and improving key metrics, including: Membership Growth : Total new members recruited Engagement: % of inactive members (0 events attended in the current year) % of very involved teens (3+ events, overnight experiences, and/or participation in immersive experiences such as summer programs or International Convention) Leadership Development: Number of teens in the core leadership pipeline (holding chapter leadership roles and/or participating in CLTC, ILTC, Kallah, ILSI, or similar programs) Upperclassmen Engagement: % of juniors and seniors attending at least one event Summer Experience Pipeline: CLTC attendance and overall immersive experience participation To Drive these Outcomes: Use data to coach teen leaders on goal-setting and chapter strategy Identify gaps in engagement and implement targeted outreach plans Strengthen recruitment, retention, and leadership pipelines Build sustainable chapters with consistent participation across grade levels ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR MAKING A LASTING IMPACT Our team has an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for innovation to drive positive change. Additionally, Chapter Specialists qualifications are as follows: Must be at least 3 years removed from high school. Role has in-person responsibilities. Candidate must live within or close to the north shore suburbs of Chicago (Evanston and Wilmette). Living in the city or other suburbs is okay, but with the ability to commute to the Evanston and Wilmette area. Active participation at local chapter programs is required. Chapter program on average 2-4x a month. Ability to transport self to and from chapter or regional events. The number of hours worked per week is flexible, but at minimum 8 hours per w