B’NAI B’RITH CAMP

Location: B’nai B’rith Camp Office (Portland); B’nai B’rith Camp (near Lincoln City)
Dates & Hours: Full-time, year-round
Salary: $40,000 – $45,000, DOE
Reports to: Associate Overnight Camp Director
Benefits: Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; up to 6 percent employer contribution to retirement fund; up to 200 hours of paid time off, and holidays, plus other benefits, including discounted rates for Summer Camp.

Position Summary:
The Assistant Director – Teen and Staff Engagement is responsible for building a vibrant Jewish community through program development engaging teens and young adults. Duties include planning for teen and staff program improvements and growth, teen and middle school year-round engagement programming, camper and staff recruitment, summer camp staff program development, and supervision of Unit Head Leadership Staff. The Assistant Director – Teen and Staff Engagement is also responsible for the Portland City BBYO program and supervision of chapters.

Qualifications and Job Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Post-graduate work in related field is welcomed
• At least three years of experience in youth services, Jewish camping, or similar non-profit work
• Proven leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and to collaborate effectively with several different stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Proven experience with program development and implementation
• Familiarity and comfort with Jewish values and traditions.
• Prioritizes inclusivity within the work that is produced.
• Ability to be flexible and manage change.

About B’nai B’rith Camp
B’nai B’rith Camp, located on the Oregon coast, is a premier camp and conference center in the Pacific Northwest. Since 1921, BB Camp has been dedicated to providing the finest summer overnight camp experience for today’s campers while preparing them to be tomorrow’s community leaders. Since 2006, BB Camp has been serving the local community with our day camp program. In addition to our summer camp programs, we rent our facility for conferences, retreats, and special events. B’nai B’rith Camp is open to everyone. B’nai B’rith Camp is licensed by the State of Oregon, accredited by the American Camp Association
(ACA), and a member of the JCC Association. www.bbcamp.org.

Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Moses Felberg, Associate Overnight Camp Director, at mfelberg@bbcamp.org. Review of applications will begin immediately, Position is open until filled.

BBYO

Are you currently living in the Greater Seattle area and wanting to give back to the Jewish community in a meaningful way? BBYO, the world’s largest Jewish youth movement, is looking for advisors in the Greater Seattle Area!

Evergreen Region BBYO encompasses all of the Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana). We are currently looking for volunteer advisors for our North Seattle and Mercer Island chapters. In the Evergreen Region, Jewish teens from across the Pacific Northwest come together and celebrate their Judaism with enjoyable and memorable Jewish programming that is created and led by their peers. When you become an advisor, you have the opportunity to join regional and international events put on by BBYO. Not only are these networking opportunities, but these events are also rewarding and full of enthusiasm and fun. 

Requirements to become an advisor: 

• 21 years of age or older
• Passionate about improving the lives of Jewish teens
• Staffing programs for Monday meetings and our 2023 convention, May 26 – May 29.
• Monday meetings are weekly from 7 pm to 8 pm at Hillel at the University of Washington, or 7:30 pm to 8 pm at the Stroum Jewish Community Center on Mercer Island – excluding holidays. 
• Support teen leaders on their projects outside of events.
• Successful completion of a background check. 

Please visit bbyo.org to learn more about the Advisor Network for BBYO and what it means to become a chapter advisor. Click here to apply. For more information, contact BBYO Seattle Director Madison Merrell at mmerrell@bbyo.org or Community Director Tess Perez at tperez@bbyo.org.

HOLOCAUST CENTER FOR HUMANITY

TEMPLE BETH SHALOM

Temple Beth Shalom, in Spokane, WA, is seeking a Director of Lifelong Learning who wants to share their love of Judaism and has a deep desire to support a strong community of learners across the lifecycle. Our goal is to foster a positive and inclusive environment that will allow our Jewish community to learn and grow.

Temple Beth Shalom houses an innovative, forward-thinking educational program, which provides formal religious education and community experiences for both Temple Beth Shalom, a liberal Conservative synagogue, and Congregation Emanu-El, a local Reform congregation.

Salary: $75,000 – $80,000 DOE

Benefits: Pension, health insurance, professional dues and continuing education, PTO, family leave, moving allowance

Qualifications

BA, MA preferred in Jewish Studies, Education, or the equivalent. Broad-based knowledge of Jewish sacred texts, Hebrew language, Jewish values, Jewish history, and Jewish holidays. Unique talents or interests are welcome: Singers and guitar players, those with artistic talents, and educators who love the outdoors or have camp counselor experience are a plus! 

Responsibilities

Youth Education

• Update and create religious school, Hebrew school, and Midrasha High curricula as needed.
• Collaborate with the Rabbi regarding Midrasha High. Assist in developing curriculum, supervise its meetings, and teach or find guest teachers as needed.
• Interview, hire, evaluate (and discharge, if necessary) teachers, madrichim, tutors, and other school personnel.
• Plan training for new and ongoing teachers to include curriculum familiarity, classroom management, lesson planning, and Torah lishmah.
• Conduct monthly faculty meetings as part of an ongoing teacher training program and as an aid in the administration of the school.
• Ensure that teachers maintain a warm, safe, organized, and dynamic classroom environment that encourages inquiry and curiosity. 
• Be a visible and supportive presence for students and parents.
• Maintain connections and open lines of communication directly with parents, and facilitate connections between parents and teachers.
• Supervise the b’nai mitzvah tutorial program.
• Create madrichim programs that focus on pedagogical and leadership skills
• Oversee Youth Group programs for all ages—Keshet, Gesher ,and USY, including hiring and supervising youth advisers.

Adult Education

• Provide adult learners with educational and cultural opportunities that will build and maintain a positive relationship to Jewish living, creativity, and community through lifelong learning.
• Collaborate with the Rabbi in structuring year-long Introduction to Judaism and Adult Bar/Bat mitzvah courses, as well as other multi-session courses.
• Invite guest speakers and teachers, and coordinate educational and cultural community-wide experiences, such as scholar-in-residence programs, Global Day of Jewish learning, and individual lectures and concerts.

Community Programming

• Oversee family programming, which currently includes:
  • Tot Shabbat (usually led by one of our teachers)
  • Shabbat Babayit (This is our zoom Friday night experience for families—it is usually in collaboration with the Rabbi.)
  • JVillage, a program lead by volunteers for affiliated and unaffiliated families with children ages 5 and under.
• Create holiday celebrations for the entire community, such as the Purim service and spiel, Tikkun Leil Shavuot, or Hanukkah party

General Administration and Governance

• Plan and oversee the budget for all educational programming.
• Attend Temple Beth Shalom board meetings and submit monthly reports.
• Develop volunteer leadership for the Education Committee, and staff the committee.
• Coordinate b’nai mitzvah schedule.
• Coordinate all other calendars related to educational programming. This is done in collaboration with all of the Temple staff.
• Attend staff meetings, and function as a valuable member of the staff team.

We are vibrant and established community comprised of many multi-generational families and new families moving to the inland Pacific Northwest. Our membership encompasses a wide array of backgrounds, opinions and viewpoints that expand our horizons intellectually, theologicall, and through interpersonal relationships. We welcome and encourage collaboration both within our Jewish community, specifically between our two congregations, as well as with the Spokane community at large.

We are proud of our award-winning legacy of quality Jewish education. Many individuals who graduated from our program have gone on to influential positions in the Jewish world, from camp leaders and professional Jewish educators, to university faculty and rabbis. We are proud of this essence of who we are as a community. The combined education program of Temple Beth Shalom and Congregation Emanu-El is an essential component of who we are, and we are excited to continue strengthening and developing this program with new leadership. 

Spokane is a dynamic, growing, and beautiful city that enjoys four distinct seasons and provides residents with world-class outdoor adventures, including: whitewater rafting in the Spokane River; biking the Centennial Trail; snow skiing at five nearby mountains; and hiking or boating at numerous nearby lakes and nature preserves.

Spokane also offers great indoor activities: several theaters (from Broadway shows to small productions), live music (from the Spokane Symphony to an eclectic assortment of concerts), multiple exhibit venues (from the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture to a robust public arts program); a diverse array of dining options and a number of local wineries, distilleries, and craft breweries.  Higher education opportunities include three public universities, two private universities, and a robust community college system. Spokane Public Schools is the second largest system in the state.

Please send a cover letter and resume to: edsearch@spokanetbs.org.

SEPHARDIC BIKUR HOLIM

Sephardic Bikur Holim is a 100-plus-year-old Orthodox Sephardic synagogue located in the Seward Park community of Seattle. Our dynamic 275-family congregation follows the Ottoman Sephardic traditions brought to this country near the turn of the 20th century from many cities in Turkey.

We are looking for a self-motivated, take-charge Executive Director who has the experience, ability, and desire to be part of our mission driven leadership team.

The candidate must possess excellent communication, personnel management, and collaborative skills with an ability to develop strong relationships with the Rabbi, Hazzan, Education/Youth Director, office staff, grounds staff, volunteers, lay leadership, and our sister synagogue communities. The ideal candidate will appreciate the mission and vision of the congregation, but be truly energized by the details and by the process of getting them right. The applicant must also be able to interact with congregants in a professional, caring, empathetic, and sensitive manner.

Position Summary

The role of Executive Director is a critical element in the success of our Synagogue. The ED has supervisory responsibility for all administrative, financial, office, and building maintenance functions, and is a key point of contact for members and prospective members. The position is mostly inward-facing. The ED leads programming logistics, security, grant writing, and capital Campaigns, and collaborates with the clergy, professional staff, and lay leaders to develop, execute, and evaluate policies in support of the congregation’s Strategic Plan.

The Executive Director takes direction from and is accountable to, the President of the congregation and the Board of Trustees, reporting directly to the President. Dotted line reporting relationship to the Rabbi. 

Areas of Responsibility

Administration and Operations – 30 Percent

Leads all ongoing synagogue operations and provides support to the clergy and other professional staff, consistent with the synagogue’s priorities and vision. Oversees all internal operating and software systems, including our likely upcoming migration to ShulCloud, and QuickBooks. Attends and reports as necessary at meetings of, and provides administrative support to, the Board of Trustees and synagogue committees. Manages building and facility issues, including overseeing security procedures and third-party security services. Manages contracts, including insurance policies, and vendor relationships. Maintains excellent relationships with bankers, insurance brokers, accountants, and attorneys.

Program Management and Logistics – 30 Percent

Oversees and coordinates office resources, facility use, logistics, and scheduling of all religious services, programs and events, including member life cycle and any third-party events to be held at the synagogue. Maintains accurate calendar for all services, programs, and events. Responsible for all logistics and administrative tasks for High Holy Days. Includes coordination of external vendors, staff assignments, member communications, and lay leadership involvement.

Finances and Human Resources – 20 Percent

Oversees all financial management and accounting and ensures the implementation of and adherence to fiscal controls and procedures. Together with the Treasurer and Finance Committee, prepares the annual budget as well as overseeing periodic capital campaigns. Oversees payments to vendors and approves invoices. Reviews monthly financial reports and provides analysis for the Treasurer, Board and appropriate committees.  Supervises, evaluates, and supports the members of their team, which includes our Office Manager, Building Maintenance Manager, Youth Director, and volunteers. Reviews and approves payroll. Responsible for collections and for making financial arrangements for congregants. Manages the coordination and administration of employee benefits. Updates the Employee Handbook and relevant financial and human resources policies. Leads weekly staff meetings to facilitate communication and implementation of all SBH events and services.

Membership – 10 Percent

Works with the BOD and other lay leadership to develop and implement a strategic plan for membership growth, retention, and engagement. Responsible for congregant database (ShulCloud) management, maintaining accurate member records, and reporting to clergy, professional staff, and lay leaders as needed. Ensures engagement component to major programs; leading engagement staff and working directly on programming as needed. Oversees all membership functions. Coordinates and manages the annual membership renewal process, all member communications.

Facilities and Grounds – 10 Percent

Responsible for all facility operations including grounds, building maintenance, usage, facilities renovation and repairs, and vendor management. Oversees security for the campus and all services, programs and events. 

Qualifications

Requires a minimum of five years in management, school administration, Jewish Federation, Jewish campus programs, non-profit operations leadership, or equivalent type of position. Must have project management experience and manage effectively through timelines and schedules. A business degree is strongly preferred and will support the success of the candidate. This role has a significant diversity of responsibilities, and we’re looking for someone who thrives on variety, has strong organizational skills, and an ability to lead and coordinate a team of employees and volunteers. A basic understanding of small business accounting and reporting is important. Must have an openness to learning, understanding, and working in sync with all components of the synagogue. Knowledge and awareness of Jewish rituals, customs, and culture is helpful and will accelerate the onboarding process. Non-profit training or degree is beneficial. Grant writing, payroll, facilities, and non-profit board experience are beneficial. 

The pay range for this position is $90,000 to $115,000 annually based on qualifications and includes a competitive benefits package.  

Please send a cover letter and resume to Search Committee Chair Jack Gottesman (jackg@iko.com). 

TEMPLE BETH EL

Are you a servant leader in search of a new spiritual community to grow and thrive with? If you also have a background in business administration, human resource management, or nonprofit oversight, then you should join the Temple Beth El community as executive director.

The Temple Beth El congregation is seeking a solution-oriented people person to manage the day-to-day organizational needs of our welcoming, diverse, and inclusive community serving people of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and experience. If you are highly organized, sociable, have a sense of humor, and are eager to roll up your sleeves and do the hard work, then send your resume and cover letter directly to personnel@tbetacoma.org so we can get to know you.

• Position: Executive Director
• Salary: $75,000–85,000 + benefits
• Employment Start Period: August 2023
• Annual Operating Budget: ($850,000–$900,000)

What You’ll Do

• Work with the treasurer of the board of trustees and the Budget and Finance Committee to manage budgets, cashflow, payroll, purchasing, charitable giving, and external contracts
• Serve as human resource manager for TBE staff, partnering with the president and legal counsel to manage employment agreements and contracts
• Manage temple facility, maintenance, and security needs, contracting and supervising vendors as needed
• Serve congregation members in planning and celebrating life events and holidays
• Write grant proposals, plan and help oversee fundraising events

What You’ll Bring to This Position

• Three-plus years’ experience in a senior administrative or leadership role, preferably in a synagogue, membership-based organization, nonprofit, or related field
•  Three-plus years’ experience managing employees or volunteers, including selection, motivation, training, and performance management
• Familiarity with Reform Jewish rituals, customs, and holiday celebrations, or a willingness to learn
• Strong interpersonal, communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Competence in and ability to ensure that staff and the synagogue stay up-to-date with the latest technology and tools. This includes office management programs, financial analysis and budgeting tools, website, and social media
• BA, BS, or Master’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, or related fields desired

Who We Are

Temple Beth El (TBE) is located in Tacoma, Washington. Tacoma, the City of Destiny, located along the beautiful shores of Puget Sound, is 35 miles south of Seattle. Tacoma has magnificent views of Mount Rainier and the Olympic Mountains. TBE is a vibrant Reform congregation with 245 families, religious and Hebrew school, a teen youth program, and the Brotman Early Learning Center (BELC) for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years.

We are a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive community serving people of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and experiences. TBE is proud to be a family to all who come through our doors—everyone belongs, is welcomed, and finds a place here. Through education, worship, and community, we create opportunities for all to engage, experience, and explore their personal Jewish identity. We are also dedicated to social justice and active engagement with other religious communities to serve the Pierce County area.

Rabbi Keren Gorban is our senior clergy and rabbi. She and our fully ordained cantor, Cantor Geoffrey Fine, lead us as we evolve our understanding of Judaism through study, worship, and tikkun olam. The primary role of the executive director is to actively support the rabbi, cantor, religious education director, and the board of trustees as we seek to better serve our members and grow our congregation.

Detailed Job Description

Position Summary

The executive director reports to and is supervised by the president of TBE, is responsible to the board of trustees, and is guided by the rabbi. The executive director is a contributor to the clerical team in decision-making, management, and offering context to operating matters of the synagogue. This person serves as a central communicator of information and works with lay leadership and clergy for congregational events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Financial Oversight and Reporting:
  • Work with the treasurer of the board of trustees and the Budget and Finance Committee to manage budgets, cashflow, payroll, purchasing, charitable giving, and external contracts
  • Develop budgets in collaboration with the Budget and Finance Committee
  • Manage operations and expenditures per budget
  • Work with the president and the Budget and Finance Committee on expenditures outside the budget
  • Communicate cases of financial hardship to the Budget and Finance committee and treasurer and establish the payment arrangements with the members
  • Manage accessible discretionary funds and report expenditures to the treasurer and the Budget and Finance Committee
  • Write grant proposals, plan and help oversee fundraising events
• Human Resource Management:
  • Serve as human resource manager for TBE staff, partnering with the president and legal counsel to manage and uphold employment agreements and contracts
  • Supervise staff, vendors, and contracted activities
  • Supervise the religious education director and the director of the Brotman Early Learning Center
  • Work with the president and legal counsel to create employment agreements and contracts
  • Handle internal disputes among personnel
• Facility Management:
  • Manage temple facility, maintenance, and security needs (contracting with and supervising vendors as needed)
  • Supervise the security and maintenance of the building
  • Manage master calendar and rentals of TBE facilities
• Event Planning and Management:
  • Assist congregation members in planning and celebrating life events and holidays
  • Supervise arrangements for holidays and High Holidays (this will include some evening and weekend events)
• General Administration:
  • Serve as point of contact for potential members
  • Serve as official point of contact for the city, the county, and police and fire departments
  • Serve as point of contact for members to discuss their concerns (along with the president and clergy)
  • Prepare, implement, and maintain safety protocols and emergency plans with the Security & Safety Committee
  • Ensure staff and the synagogue stays up-to-date with the latest technology and tools
  • Understand and ensure compliance with laws and regulations related to nonprofit and religious organizations

Qualifications and Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

• 3-plus years’ experience in a senior administrative or leadership role, preferably in a synagogue, membership-based organization, nonprofit, or related field
• 3-plus years’ experience managing employees or volunteers, including selection, motivation, training, and performance management
• BA, BS, or Master’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, or related fields desired

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively—verbally and in writing—with leadership, peers, staff, clergy, congregation members, vendors, legal and civic authorities, and community members
• Ability to navigate conflict, recommend options, and facilitate solutions that best serve the congregation and the board of trustees’ objectives and values
• Ability to set priorities and manage time to accomplish work goals according to quality standards and deadlines
• Ability to adapt quickly and work effectively in an office environment
• Ability to perform effectively with minimal direction, set priorities, self-direct work, manage time, and escalate problems to the president or other leaders when appropriate
• Attention to detail and ability to recognize and correct errors and inconsistencies, especially in financial data, budget reconciliation, payroll, donations, and contracts
• Proficiency in computer software and systems including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), financial analysis and budgeting software, billing and payroll systems, web-based portals, and social media; ability to learn new software quickly
• Familiarity with Reform Jewish rituals, customs, and holiday celebrations, or a willingness to learn

Work Environment

• Work is performed mainly in an office setting with moderate volume
• Use of office equipment requires employees to manipulate computers, copiers, multi-line phone, and other office tools
• This position typically includes occasional walking, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 40 pounds
• Functions of this position require close and distance vision, ability to adjust focus, hear, and speak
• Frequent distractions and disruptions from telephone calls, emails, or visits with employees, congregants, community members, and other staff members requires the employee in this position to be able to concentrate and consistently produce accurate and timely work
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided to adapt work environment to meet candidate’s unique needs.

Please note: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture. We do not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.

Legal Disclaimers

Temple Beth El reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

The Frankel Religious School at Herzl-Ner Tamid (Mercer Island, WA) is seeking dynamic, part-time Judaic studies teachers for the 5785 (2024-25) school year. Job openings include positions on Tuesday afternoons, or Saturday or Sunday mornings. Pay range: $30-$50/hour DOE. If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to: Irit Levin, MSW, Interim Head of School, at Irit@h-nt.org.

TEMPLE B’NAI TORAH

At Temple B’nai Torah, we live by our four core values, growing a community together that is: welcoming, engaged, ethical, and adaptable. 

We are a Reform Jewish congregation, located in Bellevue, WA (a large suburban city outside of Seattle). We are a place where people truly connect with each other and build their “Temple B’nai Torah family.”

Music is an integral part of our community that supports connection, worship, and joy in the community. We are very proud that our synagogue has inspired more than 15 rabbis, cantors, and Jewish professionals over the years, including our current Senior Rabbi. We have a rich history of diverse musical offerings and experiences from singer-song leaders to klezmer bands to standing bass to camp-style songs. We are looking for a Music Director to maintain and grow TBT’s long tradition of rich and varied offerings and bring their own musical twists and tunes to TBT.

Working with the Rabbi, temple staff, and volunteers, the Music Director will create and implement a shared vision for music at Temple B’nai Torah, focus on the musical programs for Friday and Saturday Shabbat services, religious school, other events and celebrations, and High Holidays.

We are looking for a passionate, people-loving, musical individual who enjoys bringing music to Jewish spiritual and celebratory events. The individual must be willing to try new things as well as support the community with much-loved traditional favorites in the spirit of a modern Reform temple.

This is a part-time job of 10-20 hours a week depending on agreed upon responsibilities. The hours will be flexible but will include services on all Jewish holidays, including High Holidays, and Shabbat services. We have at least one community-led Friday and Saturday service each month, when no staff is on-site.

This is an exciting time to be part of Temple B’nai Torah! Our religious school is growing and we are building an early childhood center (for ages 6 weeks – 5 years) in summer of 2024. The Music Director would work with the Religious school to co-lead religious school services.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure diverse, joyous musical offerings are part of the TBT experience and community.

• Work with the Senior Rabbi to determine an overall musical vision for TBT.
• Create the music plan and potentially be the lead musical soloist at High Holiday services.
• Participate in Shabbat and holiday services as musical prayer leader (shaliach tzibbur) alongside our Rabbi.
• Provide music and a musical vision for the religious school and special events and community holiday celebrations. This will involve some services and some musical celebrations for young families, Havdalah services, parties.
• Recruit, train, and oversee the congregational music team for TBT.
• Co-lead Tot Shabbat and religious school services with our Senior Rabbi.
• Liaise with visiting artists throughout the year to help orient them to TBT and prepare them for services and/or performances.
• Provide technical audio assistance as needed and maintain our audio system for visiting artists.
• If have background in Hebrew tutoring and Torah chanting, possibly support B Mitzvah students tutoring.
• We also have a posting for a part-time Religious School Education Administrator. Candidates who are qualified for both are welcome to apply to both.

Qualifications:

• Experience leading groups of people in Jewish song.
• Knowledge and passion for Reform Jewish music, traditions, prayers, and services.
• Able to lead music at Shabbat services.
• Strong singing voice and song-leading skills.
• Preferrable to play instrument but not required.
• Passionate about connecting with people.
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with others.
• Creative thinker who can work the Rabbi and staff.
• Comfortable with technology to ensure music can be broadcast in services online.
• Must be able to read Hebrew transliterations. Preference to be able to read Hebrew.

Duration: 10-20 hours per week dependent on agreed upon responsibilities
Salary Range: $20,000-$40,000 dependent on agreed upon responsibilities

Preferred Experience: Three years of relevant experience

Preferred Degree: Bachelor’s

Job categories: Music, Jewish/religious

Website: http://www.templebnaitorah.org

If interested, please apply with resume and cover letter sent to Jobs@TempleBnaiTorah.org with the subject line [Your Name] – Music Director PT

WASHINGTON STATE JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Position Title: Office and Operations Coordinator
Reports to: Executive Director
Hours: Full Time – Exempt position, flexible schedule. Approximately 2-3days/week in office
Benefits: Medical & dental insurance after waiting period, flexible spending account, paid time off
Salary Range: $50,000-58,000/annually

About Us:

The WSJHS is a small, committed non-profit dedicated to the preservation and dissemination of the rich history of the Jews of Washington state. With an intimate team, our non-profit prioritizes communication and personable interactions within our team, Board of Director Members, and the community at large as well as a collaborative and inclusive work environment to continue and pursue our larger mission.

Summary of the Position:

We are seeking a well-organized and timely Office and Operations Coordinator who thrives on problem-solving and optimizing workflows. A successful candidate will be able to oversee daily operations and provide support or take ownership in areas such as: accounting, budgeting, grant management, vendor relations, board liaison, development/CRM, and administrative support.

This role is suited for those who can work independently, multitask and handle concurrent projects effectively, and meet multiple deadlines. Strong time management skills, a well-developed organizational system, and follow-through are vital to this position.

This position will report to the WSJHS Executive Director and is an important part of the team who can manage task delegation and workflow optimization within the immediate team, as well as maintaining peripheral task delegation for contractors, volunteer, and/or board members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Office and Business Management

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the WSJHS office and remote working environment
• Manage and track office workflow to maintain efficiency and reduce overwhelm by properly delegating tasks to volunteers, contractors, and board members as needed
• Screen incoming correspondence (emails and online inquiries) and phone calls. Respond to all general inquiries
• Organize digital files as well as paper files
• Maintain office needs: keeping necessary supplies on hand, office organization as needed
• Liaison and assist with contract management for facilities rental, contractors, bank signing, lease management, and other additional vendors
• Assist with grant administrative work and filing as needed
• Provide additional support to the Executive Director as needed
• Assist with scheduling meetings and meeting setup as needed
  
  

Administration/Accounting

• Account for incoming checks and other payments. Prepare bank deposits and record transactions in QuickBooks or work with outside bookkeeper spreadsheets
• Process, record, and reconcile credit card transactions
• Make and record payments on invoices approved by the Executive Director
• Generate financial reports: balance sheets, profit and loss statements, board reports, and keep accurate records and other reports as needed
  
  

Communication and Development

• Maintain communication with the Board of Directors and committees. Coordinate board meetings and distribution of necessary documents with the board secretary
• Assist Communications Curator in social media efforts and web-based communication as needed
• Responsible for all website management – changes and updates, links, and conversion to a new website when ready
• Donor communications such as: tributes for all celebratory and lifecycle events, letters of acknowledgement for donations, membership dues and tributes
• Provide lists from CRM as requested by Directors or other staff
• Membership mailings and other postcards and mailings – mail merge, working with printers or organizing volunteers for mail stuffing
  
  

Archival

• Maintain template for metadata for the Washington Jewish Memory Archive
• Collect and input data into the backend of Permanent.org archival platform
• Coordinate and collect materials with community members for portals
• Scan materials brought in and upload to folders and ultimately the archive platform
• Assist Archivist as needed with inventory, accession and deaccession projects
• Create and implement any necessary forms for Oral History project and upcoming new systems to collect and preserve oral histories

Other Requirements

• Three plus years of experience in an office setting
• 4-year college degree preferred
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Familiarity with QuickBooks Online is a plus
• Ability to learn new computer programs/databases as needed: Office 365, donor database management, collection software, task management system, experience a plus, but can be learned on the job
• Ability to lift 20-30 pounds on occasion
• Familiarity with the Jewish community or basic foundation with willingness to learn

WSJHS is committed to creating a diverse workspace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. If you don’t have all the qualifications listed but are passionate about our mission and believe you have applicable and transferable skills, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Please contact Executive Director Lisa Kranseler lisak@wsjhs.org with a resume, cover letter, and two references. Please do not call our office. Only submissions with all attached will be accepted.

TEMPLE B’NAI TORAH

At Temple B’nai Torah, we live by our four core values, growing a community together that is: welcoming, engaged, ethical, and adaptable. 

Our Religious School is an integral part of how we express our values in our larger Temple B’nai Torah community of families. Our education program creates a rich and engaging environment for Jewish learning and is the backbone that supports learning, friendship, and connections between children, their families, and the wider TBT community. We are very proud that our synagogue has inspired more than 15 rabbis, cantors, and Jewish professionals over the years, including our current Senior Rabbi. 

Working alongside the Rabbi, temple staff, and volunteers, the Religious School Administrator will uphold the vision and manage the weekly, ongoing responsibilities of running the religious school at Temple B’nai Torah. 

This is an exciting time to be part of Temple B’nai Torah! Since shifting to a Shabbat-based Religious School program three years ago, enrollment has increased significantly, and TBT seeks to build upon this growth by adding a Religious School Administrator. We are also building an early childhood center (for ages 6 weeks – 5 years) in summer of 2024, which will have a separate director. The Religious School Administrator will collaborate as appropriate with the Early Childhood Center Director, but the schools will be managed separately. 

About our Religious School program: 

• Our PreK-8th grade programs take place on Saturdays from 9:30 am – 12 pm
• Our 9th-12th grade program takes place on Wednesday evenings from 6 pm – 8 pm 
• 3rd-6th graders learn Hebrew in small groups of 2-5 students during the week that meet either at TBT or on Zoom.

Learn more about our programs: https://www.templebnaitorah.org/kids

About the Religious School Administrator Position

We are seeking a passionate, people-loving, organized, gets-stuff-done, tech-savvy individual who enjoys bringing Jewish education to school-age children.  

This is a part-time job of 20 hours a week. 

Responsibilities:  

In addition to special events throughout the year, this role requires being onsite the following days/times during the school year to manage programs: 

• Wednesday evenings until 8:30 pm
• Saturdays from 8:30 am – 1 pm

The Religious School Administrator is also expected to: 

• Manage weekly ongoing responsibilities of the Religious School, including managing administrative work such as registrations, enrollments, teacher roster, class schedules, supplies, and organization. 
• Work closely as a resource to the Senior Rabbi, who leads the Religious School, to implement the school’s strategic plan. 
• Work with our Communications & Membership Manager to manage marketing and communications for the Religious School community. 
• Manage the Religious School calendar of school sessions and events. 
• Hire, manage, and supervise Religious School teachers and madrichim (teen assistants).
• Hold faculty meetings and ensure teachers receive feedback and support. 
• Manage challenges with students and parents as they arise with support of Senior Rabbi.
• Manage Religious School budget. 
• Coordinate youth programming for holidays. 
• Collaborate on programmatic overlaps with the Director of the Early Childhood Center.
• We also have a posting for a part-time Music Director. Candidates who are qualified for both are welcome to apply to both.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Experience in formal or informal Jewish education
• Knowledge of Reform Judaism values, history, and principles 
• A people person who is able to connect with children and their families 
• Organized and able to get things done  
• Ability to work collaboratively with others  
• Strong oral and written communication  
• Experience managing people and large projects 
• Experience with communications to community families 
• Familiarity with modern office and school technologies  

Duration: 20 hours per week. 

Salary Range: 20 hours/week at $30,000 –$40,000 depending on responsibilities and experience 

Preferred Experience: 3 years of relevant experience 

Preferred Degree: Bachelor’s 

Job categories: Religious School Administration, School administration

Website: http://www.templebnaitorah.org 

If interested, please apply with resume and cover letter sent to Jobs@TempleBnaiTorah.org with the subject line [Your Name] – Religious School Administrator PT

CONGREGATION KOL SHALOM

About Congregation Kol Shalom, Bainbridge Island, WA
We are Kol Shalom: a vibrant Reform Jewish community finding meaning, building connections, mending the world—together. Kol Shalom is a community of approximately 110 families in beautiful Bainbridge Island, WA, a commuter community of Seattle, WA. Defined by joyful song, study, prayer, and celebration, Kol Shalom strives to connect with the traditions and values of Judaism, while building an inclusive and egalitarian community with ruach (spirit) and kavanah (intention). From our roots as a small chavurah in the 1980s, Congregation Kol Shalom has evolved into its present form as a congregation affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism, with our own building, our full-time Rabbi, Darío Feiguin, Shabbat services every Saturday, a thriving Religious School, and a calendar full of events from adult education to social action to holiday celebrations.

Religious School Director
Congregation Kol Shalom is seeking an innovative, enthusiastic Reform Jewish Educator to serve as the part-time director of our religious school program for grades 1-8. As the leader of our school, the Director cultivates a love of Jewish life and learning among our children and families. The Director will be responsible for running our religious school and helping to promote a culture of authentic hospitality, sacred care, and connected community in interactions with fellow staff, congregants, and the greater community. The Director reports to the Rabbi and Religious School Committee Chair.

Responsibilities Include

• Foster excitement and enthusiasm for Jewish learning and community participation
• Oversee all aspects of the Religious School and Hebrew School including hiring and supervising staff, modifying Shalom Learning curriculum as needed, scheduling, budgeting, and obtaining necessary supplies and materials.
• Coordinate program to train high-school students as assistant teachers (Madrichim)
• Oversee creation and implementation of supplemental programs including family education, t’filah, opening day, all school programs, and holiday observances with support from our Rabbi and teaching staff.
• Partner with the Rabbi, Religious School Committee, and teachers on educational programming.
• Serve as a teacher.
• Communicate with parents, students, teachers, and the congregation
• Attend meetings as needed
• Pursue their own professional, Jewish, and personal growth.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with and credentials in education and/or Jewish youth programming, including Jewish camp
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with congregants, clergy, and staff with tact, patience, discretion, and a willingness to be of service.
• Excellent time management, capacity to prioritize, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with children with learning differences and behavior challenges.
• Knowledge of Jewish practices, holidays, and customs.
• Participate in the life of the Kitsap County and wider Jewish communities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, social media, and video conference technology.
• B.A. or B.S. degree
• Ability to lead informal worship; song leading and ability to play guitar or other instruments is not required but a plus

Environment
This job operates in a professional, in-person and hybrid environment. The school meets in-person approximately 18 Sundays during the school year. Much of the planning work can be done remotely. Attendance at family-oriented Shabbats and holidays is optional. This role routinely uses standard office equipment, including a computer and a cell phone. The employee is generally required to spend extended periods of time sitting, typing, and working at a computer. Person must be able to stand, walk, and climb stairs when school is in session. May require the ability to occasionally lift and transport items.

Salary: $26,000 to $32,000, depending on experience and qualifications. (We anticipate part-time to mean approximately 30 percent FTE.)

Start Date: Preferred start date May 2023.

To apply: Please email a resume and a cover letter summarizing your interest in the position and relevant experience to David Schor, Religious School Committee Chair, at religious_school@kolshalom.net. Applications will be reviewed on receipt, until a candidate is hired.

Commitment to Disability, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
CKS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation. CKS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other category protected by local, state, or federal laws.

CKS URL: https://www.kolshalom.net