Job Title: Regional Director, Bay Area
Full-Time: 40 hours per week, exempt from overtime
Location: Hybrid, Must reside in North California
About CSS:
The Community Security Service (CSS) is the only national organization in the United States that professionally trains community members to protect themselves, their families, and their institutions. While founded in the U.S. in 2007 by members of the community with security backgrounds, our approach is built on a test model that has existed in Jewish communities around the world for generations. CSS proudly traces its foundational ethos to the historic lineage of the Jewish War Veterans of America, founded in 1896, who bravely confronted nazi sympathisers in the 1930s.
CSS today operates as a leading 501(c)3 nonprofit security organization, safeguarding Jewish organizations from coast to coast. CSS provides professional-grade security training to volunteers of all denominations, empowering everyday citizens to take ownership of their safety.
Position Overview:
The Regional Director, Bay Area will lead CSS’s work in the region. This senior-level position will drive the expansion and strengthening of community-based security training programs and volunteer security teams, and serve as a leader in the broader Jewish community on Jewish security issues. The Regional Director will work closely with local partners and other, internal departments– including security, training, volunteer operations, and marketing—ensuring the success of both long-standing and newly engaged partners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program Growth & Outreach
- Oversee all CSS programs within the region.
- Expand the number of affiliated volunteer teams in the region.
- Expand the number of CSS community-based programs delivered in the region.
- Proactively build relationships with new institutions and communal leaders.
- Volunteer & Program Support
- Serve as the primary liaison for affiliated community members in the region.
- Support the volunteer network in the region through coordination with partners and law enforcement and direct logistical support for ongoing training
- Ensure effective follow-up with trained community members to optimize their involvement and trajectory within CSS
- Strategic Leadership & Community Engagement
- Represent CSS as a thought leader across the Jewish communal ecosystem.
- Participate in community events and security-related convenings.
- Develop and support regional volunteer leadership.
- Work with other CSS departments on program implementation and crisis management.
Qualifications:
- 7-10 years of professional experience in security and Jewish communal organizations (preferably both), or related fields.
- Deep familiarity with the Bay Area Jewish community.
- Comfort using technology, digital databases, and KPI frameworks.
- Demonstrated success in project management involving administrative and logistical requirements and challenges.
- Proven ability to work under stressful circumstances and deliver results with short and recurring deadlines.
- Proven experience and a high degree of comfort with public speaking.
- Ability to work independently in ambiguous environment with little or no guidance.
- Self-confidence and sound judgement are critical to success in this role.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Other considerations
Must live in the North California region and must be eligible to work in the US. This position is hybrid, and the selectee will be expected to work in the Bay Area office 1-2 days per week, and should be available for occasional evening and weekend work. Some travel should be expected as needed; generally less than 10%.
This is a full-time, exempt position with a salary range between $135,000 to $155,000 commensurate with experience and based on location; benefits are competitive. CSS offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance and paid time off.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, and a cover letter detailing your experience to [email protected] with the subject line “Regional Director, Bay Area.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
CSS is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, or background; or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.