Executive Director

Reform Congregation Shir Ami is meeting the needs and challenges of today's changing world by engaging and inspiring our multigenerational congregation. 
 
As a diverse and vibrant Jewish community, we foster an inclusive place for all. We cultivate an informed membership guided by Jewish values to promote a culture of support in times of celebration or need. We are committed to connecting with each other, embracing spiritual growth, creating a just and compassionate society, and supporting Israel and our Jewish family worldwide.

Newtown, located in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, is only 45 minutes from Center City Philadelphia, and an hour and a half (or an easy train ride) to New York, with many of our members commuting in either direction. It offers the warmth of small town living, the conveniences of a major suburb, and proximity to two of the top cultural centers in the country.

Position:
Shir Ami is currently seeking an Executive Director to manage senior team responsibilities, interface with lay leadership, and oversee staff members on a day-to-day basis. In implementing the strategic vision of Shir Ami, this energetic and proactive individual will provide membership-focused, tactical oversight of multiple departments. The Executive Director will promote a positive image of the synagogue amongst the staff, congregants and the greater community. 

A succesful Executive Director will: 

Leadership Collaboration: 

• Implement the congregation’s initiatives as set forth by the Board of Directors and Clergy
• Ensure smooth daily operations
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors and committees chairs to ensure efficient and effective congregational work
• Identify, develop and support lay leadership and staff
• Work as part of a team with clergy and professional leadership to plan and implement the varied activities of the synagogue

 Financial Management:

• Prepare and maintain a balanced budget  with the Treasurer and the Budget Committee
• Provide oversight of the day-to-day activities of Shir Ami’s financial office, bookkeeper and comptroller; including cash management, accounts receivable and payable, payroll, and financial statement preparation
• Develop and implement effective cost-efficient office and maintenance procedures
• Manage cash flow and banking relationships
• Manage congregant billing and accounts receivable assuring fiscal responsibility while adhering to our mission of inclusion
• Assure tax and regulatory requirement compliance
• Monitor investment performance and prepare quarterly reports 
• Partner with Board of Directors and Philanthropy Committee on annual fundraising, endowment, capital campaigns and strategic planning
• Implement, evaluate and improve workflow systems
• Ensure synagogue information systems and data systems are complete, current and accurate
• Support use of web based technologies and social media
• Oversee scheduling, logistics, and communications of congregational events
• Maintain master congregational calendar

Personnel Management:

• Recruit, supervise, develop and evaluate multi-department staff team
• Establish, in consultation with the Board of Directors and Personnel Committee, personnel policies and guidelines and maintain a personnel manual
• Oversee the employee health insurance plan
• Provide budgetary, policy and human resource related guidance to the Directors of Education, Early Learning Center and Youth Programming 
• Supervise Communications Director, Engagement Coordinator, Administrative Assistants and Security Personnel.
• Develop opportunities for staff development

 Facilities Administration and Management:

• Manage maintenance provider, in coordination with the Building and Grounds Chair, ensuring the proper, timely maintenance, repair, acquisition, and replacement of Shir Ami’s physical assets and equipment 
• Maintain a comprehensive insurance policy to safeguard the physical assets of the synagogue
• Assess, maintain and improve security policies, infrastructure and personnel.
• Maintain effective local police relationships
• Negotiate and approve vendor, contractor, consultant, and other service provider contracts 
• Oversee all components of the technology infrastructure including, phone, website, internet, livestream and sound systems 

Member Engagement

• Collaborate with clergy and the professional team to promote a warm, hospitable and active sense of community
• Ensure that office staff create a welcoming and inclusive environment for members and prospective members
• Provide logistical support for life-cycle events
• Develop and maintain postive rapport with the congregation