Program Assistant (PT)

Job Title: Part-Time Program Assistant 

Reports to: Director of Congregational Engagement and Programming 
Location: Baltimore City, Maryland 
Hours: 8–10 hours/week for 35 weeks/year (traditional school-year calendar) 
Pay Rate: $18–$20/hour 

Position Overview: 

Beth Am Synagogue seeks a dynamic and organized Program Assistant to support our Director of Congregational Engagement and Programming. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys community work, is detail-oriented, and values working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Administrative & Office Support: 

• Photocopying, printing, and assembling materials for programs 

• Assisting with congregation-wide and cohort-specific mailings 

• Maintaining and updating the inventory of program supplies 

• Organizing, packing, and restocking supplies before and after events 

• Ordering program and office supplies as needed 

• Other administrative tasks as needed 

Data Management: 

• Entering and maintaining program attendance records 

• Tagging congregants in our CRM (ShulCloud) 

• Adding participants to mailing lists via Constant Contact 

Program Logistics & Errands: 

• Running errands as needed to support programs, such as going to local stores to pick up program materials 

• Assembling gift or welcome bags for the congregation cohorts 

• Managing inventory of supplies for these bags and ordering items as needed 

Event Support: 

• Assisting with setup or takedown for occasional programs and events (if schedule allows) 

What We’re Looking For: 

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills 

• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn 

• Able to work in a fast-paced, flexible environment 

• Comfortable using Microsoft Word/Excel, Google Workspace, and open to learning new platforms (such as ShulCloud, and Constant Contact) 

• Ability to manage time independently, ask clarifying questions, and communicate proactively with staff 

• Must have access to reliable transportation (mileage for work-related errands is reimbursed) 

Benefits: 

• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel 

• Employee will not be scheduled to work on Jewish holidays or the following federal holidays: Labor Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving and the day after, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. These are not paid holidays. 

• Free registration (and meals) at supported programs and events 

• Access to some professional development opportunities 

• Mentorship and experience working directly with senior synagogue staff 

Beth Am Synagogue is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We are a warm, welcoming community in the heart of Baltimore City, committed to inclusivity, justice, and meaningful Jewish engagement.