Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Organization: Adat Shalom
Reports to: Executive Director
Employment Type: Full-time, exempt
Location: Bethesda, MC
Salary: $60,000 - 70,000

About This Role

We are seeking a Marketing and Communications Coordinator to execute our comprehensive communications strategy, enhance Adat Shalom's public image, and drive engagement in synagogue programming. This role is perfect for someone passionate about non-profit work and Jewish communal life who wants to help create an exceptional synagogue experience for our congregants. You'll work in a dynamic, community-oriented environment where attention to detail, initiative, and strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Communications

• Develop and implement comprehensive communications strategy across all channels
• Collaborate with clergy, professional staff, and volunteer leadership on consistent organizational messaging
• Maintain brand identity and ensure consistency across all communications platforms

Content Creation & Management

• Design, produce, and distribute weekly communications, newsletters, and event materials
• Create and maintain website content, calendar updates, and event listings
• Develop marketing materials for programs, events, and member engagement initiatives
• Manage electronic and printed templates for routine communications

Digital & Social Media

• Manage social media accounts to ensure active and engaging online presence
• Oversee SEO and digital marketing initiatives
• Coordinate online registrations and interactive event sign-ups

Collaboration & Support

• Attend weekly staff meetings and coordinate promotional efforts with team members
• Support Jewish holiday programming and special events as needed
• Handle memorial and birth notices, event announcements, and community communications
• Assist with purchasing marketing supplies and managing promotional budgets

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or related role
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, and email marketing platforms (MailChimp)
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling abilities
• Experience with social media management and digital marketing
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Comfort with Jewish culture, customs, and basic Hebrew terminology

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in non-profit or religious organization communications
• Knowledge of SEO, content strategy, and data analysis
• Familiarity with Canva and mainstream social media platforms
• Previous experience working with volunteer leadership
• Background in event marketing and community engagement

Personal Qualities We Value

• Creative: Brings fresh ideas and thinks both visually and conceptually
• Collaborative: Enjoys teamwork, welcomes feedback, and thrives in partnership
• Detail-Oriented: Maintains high standards for polish and professionalism
• Mission-Driven: Aligned with our purpose and excited to help tell our story
• Proactive: Solution-oriented approach with a "make it happen" mindset

What We Offer

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Jewish communal life
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Health insurance (85% employee premium paid by employer after 30-day waiting period through CareFirst)
• Paid time off
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance
• 403(b) retirement savings with employer contributions after one full year
• Full synagogue membership benefits
• Early office closure on Fridays
• Supportive, inclusive work environment committed to DEI values

Our Commitment to Inclusion

While identifying as Jewish is not necessary, an understanding of Judaism and Jewish culture is very helpful. Adat Shalom does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, or religion when hiring. We especially encourage applications from LGBTQ+, Black, Latinx, and people with disabilities. We acknowledge there is no perfect candidate and encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement listed.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio of relevant work samples to [email protected]. In your cover letter, please describe your interest in Jewish communal work and provide examples of successful communications campaigns you've managed.

Application Deadline: Position remains open until filled. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

Adat Shalom is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in our community and workforce.