Simulation Manager

Junior Achievement of Georgia; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Junior Achievement of Georgia invites a Simulation Manager to oversee JA BizTown/JA Finance Park in North Georgia. You will emcee sessions for 150+ students, coordinate volunteers, and ensure a high-energy, educational experience aligned with curriculum.

You will train volunteers, shape learning experiences, and manage daily simulations to support broad program goals and student outcomes. This is a hands-on, on-site role with a focus on safety and growth of the program.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' work experience in a related role.
• Open to candidates with any degree or certification level.
• Strong cross-functional teamwork, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to think strategically and make quick, sound decisions.
• High level of computer skills and customer service.
• Works well in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Emcee the onsite simulation for large groups (approx. 4.5 hours) and manage 150+ participants.
• Train and guide 20–40 volunteers daily to coach students.
• Design and execute engaging, curriculum-aligned simulations for JA BizTown and JA Finance Park.
• Coordinate daily schedules and logistics to ensure smooth operations across 175 school days.

Skills

Cross-functional

Communication

Presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Customer service

Job description

Simulation Manager, JA BizTown/JA Finance Park – North Georgia

Reporting to Director of JA Discovery Center Experience

ABOUT Junior Achievement of Georgia

Junior Achievement of Georgia’s (JA) mission is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. By bridging the business and education communities with hands‑on experiential programs focused on business, entrepreneurship, civic responsibility, career‑readiness, and financial literacy, JA aims to achieve the following overarching goals:

• To motivate, engage and inspire students to recognize the value and relevance of education, and to make informed decisions about their own personal education and career pathways.
• To equip students with the key career‑readiness skills that will drive success in any environment, and to invigorate innovative, creative, and entrepreneurial thinking among our youth.
• To develop a financially literate generation who understands key business principles and makes responsible personal financial management decisions.
• To increase student understanding and appreciation of their civic rights, roles and responsibilities.

JA of Georgia is the local affiliate of JA USA, the nations’ oldest and largest economic education organization with over 100 years of experience. The organization has office and program locations in Atlanta, Lawrenceville, Cumming, Dalton, Savannah, Augusta and Morrow.

The JA Discovery Center – NGA is a 20,000 sq. ft. facility that offers middle school students with two high impact capstone programs daily that combine in-class curriculum with a culminating simulation visit at the facility. More information can be found at our website www.georgia.ja.org.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

PROGRAM QUALITY

Emcee the onsite simulation (approx. 4.5 hours) in front of 150+ (students/volunteers) Monday - Friday. Must exhibit showmanship and a natural stage presence in front of large groups and on a microphone.

• Facilitate onsite volunteer training daily (60-90 minutes) and provide guidance throughout the simulation to 20-40 volunteers to help them coach students by applying their personal experiences within the simulation.
• Design and execute a best-in-class learning experience during student JA BizTown and JA Finance Park visits, aligning simulations with curriculum learning objectives and creating authentic application opportunities.
• Manage onsite engagement of up to 150 students per day by facilitating daily activities, coordinating daily simulation schedule and other logistics to ensure completion of simulation.
• Deliver a consistent, high-quality, high-energy experience every day during the school year (approx. 175 days).

PROGRAM SUSTAINABILITY

• Assist in the inventory tracking for all simulation resources (tablets, props, program materials, etc.).
• Provide technical support and troubleshoot common issues with simulation software and/or storefront technology.
• Collect required program forms and complete daily reports in a timely manner.
• Ensure that space is in a constant state of operational readiness through daily walk-throughs, observations and inspections.
• Prep and reset ensure that program resources and all essential materials for students and volunteers are prepared and ready prior to arrival.
• Utilize non-program days (ie summer) to innovate and elevate the current student programs, as well as strategize program growth.

CONSTITUENT EXPERIENCE

Deliver a best-in-class experience for every student, volunteer, educator and guest that participates in

The JA BizTown and JA Finance Park programs. Steward partner brands within the JA BizTown and JA Finance Park programs to provide a strong return on investment.

• Embody organizational culture and reflect guiding principles to build strong working relationship with peers.

SAFETY & SECURITY

• Be an expert in all onsite emergency and safety procedures.
• Take an active role in the onsite emergency procedures, including guiding constituents to safety during an emergency or drill.
• Prioritize constituent safety at all times.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Required

• 2+ years' work experience
• Candidates of all degree and academic certification levels will be considered
• Strong cross-functional team collaboration, communication, presentation skills
• Ability to think strategically, as well as make quick and sound decisions
• Strong computer skills; high level of customer service
• Works well in a fast-paced environment

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Influence Others: Provide sound rationale for recommendations; Generate enthusiasm for ideas by tapping into shared values; Promote own positions and ideas with confidence and enthusiasm even in the face of resistance.
• Build Relationships: Adjust interpersonal style to a variety of people and situations; Cultivate networks with people across a variety of functions within and outside the organization.
• Support Business Strategy: Demonstrate an understanding of JA's mission, vision and overall strategies; align own activities with organization's goals and strategies.
• Drive for Results: Consistently achieve work objectives; Readily put in time and effort required to achieve goals; Work to resolve routine and unexpected problems.
• Demonstrate Adaptability & Resourcefulness: Overcome obstacles and constraints without becoming discouraged; Maintain a positive outlook and sense of humor in difficult situations.
• Make Sound Decisions: Identify novel solutions to old problems; Come up with new ways of looking at problems, processes, or solutions; Define reasonable alternatives; Focus on important information without getting bogged down in unnecessary detail.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that individuals, namely women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At JA of Georgia, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and genuine workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the best candidate for this role or another within the organization.

Salary: Commensurate with experience. JA also offers a full benefits package.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related duties required by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship.