JCC Harlem, an initiative of the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan in collaboration with UJA-Federation of New York, is hiring a Director of Jewish Life and Community Engagement. Based at its community center on West 118th Street, you'll spend half your time leading the Jewish Life program area and half co-leading Civic Life and Community Engagement. JCC Harlem serves a richly diverse neighborhood, including many multiracial and interfaith Jewish families.
Responsibilities:
• Plan and run Shabbat gatherings, holiday festivals, High Holiday programs and services, and experiential Jewish learning for children and families
• Build relationships with community members and guide them into deeper Jewish engagement
• Develop curricula and teach select children's Jewish education offerings
• Build partnerships with Harlem's religious institutions, community organizations, businesses and civic leaders
• Lead community service and volunteer engagement, including the MLK Weekend of Service with Repair the World
• Produce neighborhood events and intergroup dialogue programs
• Manage program budgets, calendars and participation goals, and supervise Jewish Life staff
Requirements
Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in community programming, Jewish communal work or children's Jewish enrichment
Knowledge of Jewish traditions, culture and communal life
Experience engaging diverse, multiracial and interfaith communities
Jewish summer camp or experiential Jewish education background a plus
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
Salary: $75,000–$80,000
Benefits:
Medical, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation, a generous offering of federal and Jewish holidays, a 403(b), a free fitness membership, and discounts on JCC programs.
