Administrative Assistant

The Conservative Synagogue Adath Israel of Riverdale (CSAIR) is an inclusive, egalitarian congregation of over 400 member households located in Riverdale, NY.   We are seeking a conscientious, organized, and personable full-time Administrative Assistant to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Operations and working closely with the clergy, this individual will support daily administrative functions, manage aspects of our membership database, and provide direct calendar and scheduling support to the staff.

Administrative & Office Support

• Serve as an onsite presence during business hours, welcoming members, visitors, and vendors.
  
  
• Answer the main phone line and respond to emails and inquiries.
  
  
• Sort mail, accept packages/deliveries, and route them appropriately.
  
  
• Maintain the synagogue’s internal and public calendars.
  
  
• Manage room reservations and event logistics.
  
  
• Coordinate orders for weekly events; liaise with caterers and other vendors.
  
  
• Provide additional administrative support as assigned by the Director of Operations & staff.
  
  

Membership & Database Management

• Regularly update and maintain member records in our ShulCloud database.
  
  
• Create and manage forms for synagogue events and processes.
  
  
• Create targeted email distribution lists based on member demographics (e.g., b’nai mitzvah families, students, class participants).
  
  

Rabbinic & Clergy Support

• Manage calendars using Calendly and update it with synagogue events.
  
  
• Coordinate appointments and meetings, including b’nai mitzvah family sessions.

• Draft acknowledgment letters for donations and other correspondence.
  
  

Qualifications

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
  
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to communicate warmly and clearly via phone, email, and in person.
  
  
• Highly organized and detail-oriented; keeps accurate records and updates systems in real time.
  
  
• Able to adapt to shifting priorities and multitask effectively.
  
  
• Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion.
  
  
• Familiarity with Judaism, Jewish customs, and the Jewish calendar is a plus.

Please submit a thoughtful cover letter and resume for consideration.