Coalitions Associate

The Jack Miller Center; Bala Cynwyd (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group medical, vision, dental, andLife

401(k) with matching

Paid time off & holidays

Monthly smartphone reimbursement

Job summary

The Jack Miller Center in Bala Cynwyd, PA seeks a Coalitions Associate to support the National Summit on Civic Education. You will work with coalitions and events teams to plan and execute a major annual gathering that advances civics education across the country.

The role is based in our Bala Cynwyd office (not remote) with occasional travel and a salary in the $50,000–$60,000 range. Report to the Executive Director of the Founding Civics Initiative.

Qualifications

• Affinity for the Jack Miller Center mission and the ability to articulate it in conversation.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple objectives, tasks, and timelines simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Technical skills to manage unfamiliar web-based applications; InDesign, WordPress, and/or Swoogo are a plus.
• Experience with in-person events is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute all aspects of the National Summit on Civic Education.
• Coordinate digital and print material needs for the event with teams.
• Support Summit communications, invitations, reminders, and attendee questions.
• Manage Summit registration site and sponsorship language.
• Track invitation and registration lists across audiences.
• Work with the development team to track sponsorships and acknowledgements.
• Collaborate with meetings and events team for seamless execution.
• Attend virtual or in-person civics-related convenings when needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independence

Tech tools

Tools

InDesign

WordPress

Swoogo

Job description

Are you passionate about the American founding, the Constitution, and the Declaration of Independence? Are you interested in ensuring the rising generation learns about America’s history, core documents, and shared values? If so, this opportunity may be for you.

About the Jack Miller Center

Are you passionate about the American founding, the Constitution, and the Declaration of Independence? Are you interested in ensuring the rising generation learns about America’s history, core documents, and shared values? If so, this opportunity may be for you.

The Jack Miller Center (JMC) is a Philadelphia-based educational nonprofit committed to advancing civic education grounded in America’s founding principles and history. We believe such an education affirms the dignity of all people as the basis for human equality, liberty, and self-government and is the linchpin for citizenship and civic life in America.

To achieve this, our nation’s educators must be well versed in the core texts, ideas, and history we hold in common as Americans. By building a vast network of dedicated scholars, we can transform civics at all levels. And by drawing on the best traditions of liberal education, we can equip educators and students with the basis to navigate the many challenges facing modern education.

Our project began in 2004 when Chicago philanthropist Jack Miller convened 50 leading professors and higher education experts to discuss the dire state of civics in America’s universities and what could be done about it. Since then, we have grown into a nationwide coalition of scholars, K-12 teachers, philanthropists, and civic leaders who are passionate about advancing civic education in America.

Our work centers on four priorities:

• University Faculty Pipeline: Grow and empower a national network of scholars and academic leaders dedicated to education in America’s founding principles and history.
• K-12 Teacher Education: Create nationwide access to innovative content-based training and graduate education for K-12 civics and history teachers, led by experienced scholars.
• Community College Educators: Build advanced professional development programs for community college faculty, focused on course design and the use of primary sources.
• A Nationwide Movement for Civic Literacy: Engage leaders, educators, and funders in growing the movement through the National Summit on Civic Education, partnerships with civics organizations, the Civics Magazine, the JMC National Civics Council, and more.

Position overview

The Coalitions Associate will support the planning, organizing, and execution of the Jack Miller Center’s National Summit on Civic Education. JMC held its fourth National Summit in May 2026 and it has quickly become a central element in our movement-building efforts, encompassing hundreds of civics organizations, thought leaders, and funders. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with the coalitions and events teams to carry out a major annual event that serves to catalyze civic education efforts across the country.

Work Location:The Jack Miller Center’s office in Bala Cynwyd, PA, a suburb of Philadelphia. This is not a remote position.

Salary: $50,000 – $60,000

Reports to: Executive Director of the Founding Civics Initiative

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Director of Civics Initiatives and Coalitions Officer to plan, coordinate, and execute all aspects of the National Summit on Civic Education.
• Coordinate digital and print material needs for the event, working with the coalitions and communications teams, such as the website, signage, programs, and other event materials.
• Support Summit-related communications, including invitations, event reminders and updates, and responding to attendee questions.
• Manage the Summit registration site, including coordination with appropriate staff on written descriptions, design elements, and sponsorship language.
• Manage invitation and registration lists across audiences (attendees, speakers, sponsors, staff, etc.).
• Work with the development team to track sponsorships and ensure commitments to sponsors are met, such as public acknowledgements, VIP seating, and special gifts.
• Work closely with the meetings & events team during the event to ensure a seamless execution.
• Occasionally attend virtual or in-person convenings related to the broader civics movement.
  

Skills and Requirements

• Affinity for the Jack Miller Center mission and ability to articulate the mission in conversation. Related background desired.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple objectives, tasks, and timelines simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Technical skills to manage and adapt to unfamiliar web-based applications. InDesign, WordPress, and/or Swoogo experience a plus.
• Experience with in-person events a plus.
• Ability to travel occasionally throughout the year.
  

Benefits

In addition to a motivated and collegial team, the Jack Miller Center offers an excellent benefits package including group medical, vision, dental, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, generous paid time off and paid holidays, and monthly smart phone reimbursement.