Executive Director (3+ years Synagogue-Judaic Exp Required)

Job Posting – Synagogue Executive Director

Temple Israel, Wilkes Barre, PA, an egalitarian Conservative Jewish congregation, located in the scenic mountains of Northeast Pennsylvania has an opening for an

Executive Director

The Synagogue Executive Director serves as the primary contact for current and prospective members; supports the needs of synagogue members and committees; and engages clergy, staff or committees as needed. Major areas of responsibility are:

• Strategic Planning and Vision Fulfillment
• Congregant Engagement including program creator & project manager
• Finance: Responsible for day-to-day financial operations, managing the finances within the approved budget and supporting the Finance Committee
• Managing the use of Membership Management (member database) and QuickBooks (financial records)
• Administration, Operations and Facilities
• Oversee maintenance, security and technology
• Manage synagogue calendar, use of the facility and logistical support for programs
• Provide administrative support to the clergy
• Volunteer Oversight
• Obtain vendor contracts, proposals, and quotes as requested and manage vendor projects in conjunction with synagogue leadership
• Hire, train and manage office and maintenance staff, with support and direction from the Vice President of Administration (board position)
• Have proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Marketing (strategy, print & electronic, PR) and Communications
• Oversee and coordinate synagogue written and electronic communications and marketing materials (bulletins, flyers, publications)
• Coordinate social media strategy
• Maintain synagogue website (content supplied by others)

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, creative, highly organized, and resourceful. Additionally, the candidate has strong interpersonal skills with a positive outlook. Knowledge of Jewish lifecycle events & Conservative Judaism are required. Prior management experience in a Jewish organization is preferred. A college degree and a minimum of five years’ experience are preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Required experience:

• Synagogue or Judaic: 3-5 years

Required education:

Bachelor’s

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000.00 to $55,000.00 /year

Experience:

• Synagogue-Judaic: 3 years (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Work Location:

• Multiple locations