This warm, multigenerational synagogue community—approaching its 100th anniversary—serves approximately 450 member households, with a strong active core of 380 families. A dedicated administrative team including a full-time Controller, full-time Office Manager, and part-time Office Assistant.
The Board recently completed and adopted a strategic plan and is eager to strengthen operational systems, modernize the campus, and position the synagogue as a broader Jewish community center welcoming partner organizations and programs.
The Synagogue Director is the senior administrative leader responsible for the seamless functioning of the synagogue’s day-to-day operations. This individual plays a central role in member relations, facilities oversight, operational management, and partnership with clergy and lay leaders.
Reporting to the Board President and working closely with the Rabbi and Cantor, the Synagogue Director is the primary hub for synagogue life, supporting lifecycle events (including Bar / Bat Mitzvah), managing membership and dues processes, guiding scholarship conversations, and ensuring a positive and compassionate congregant experience.
Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to navigate community dynamics are more important than any specific technical background. Candidates from nonprofit, for-profit, congregational, or community-facing roles are welcome; Jewish communal experience is beneficial but not required.
Leadership, Governance & Strategic Implementation
- Execute the newly adopted strategic plan in collaboration with clergy, lay leaders, and committee chairs.
- Execute the newly adopted strategic plan in collaboration with clergy, lay leaders, and committee chairs.
- Serve as the primary operational partner to the Board President, ensuring clear communication and alignment across leadership groups.
- Support governance functions including preparation for board meetings, tracking action items, and assisting HR, Ritual, and Legal committees as needed.
Member Relations & Community Care
- Serve as a welcoming, steady presence for members and families seeking guidance, support, or congregational services.
- Manage membership processes including onboarding, dues collection, payment plans, scholarships, memorial funds, and general constituent services.
- Work with clergy to support lifecycle events, including Bar / Bat Mitzvah coordination, facility scheduling, and family communication.
Staff Management & Organizational Operations
- Supervise administrative staff and collaborate with the Hebrew School Director, Nursery School Director, and Controller to ensure coordinated operations.
- Maintain a supportive, team-oriented environment among clergy and staff.
- Oversee office systems, facilities, campus operations, scheduling, communications workflows, and general operational processes.
Community Programming & Campus Activation
- Support the goal of transforming the campus into a broader Jewish community hub by coordinating with outside organizations and partner groups.
- Work closely with clergy and committees on programming logistics, space use, and cross-organizational engagement.
- Serve as the primary operational partner to the Board President, ensuring clear communication and alignment across leadership groups.
- Support governance functions including preparation for board meetings, tracking action items, and assisting HR, Ritual, and Legal committees as needed.
Requirements
There are no strict minimum requirements for education or years of experience. The congregation welcomes candidates with diverse professional backgrounds who offer:
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Experience managing people, operations, or facilities
- Comfort navigating sensitive financial or family-related conversations
- A steady, solutions-oriented, community-minded approach
- Ability to collaborate closely with clergy, lay leaders, and families
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holiday schedules
Experience with facilities management, community engagement, or organizational operations is highly preferred. Experience in development is helpful but not essential.