
The Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County is recruiting Running Connectors to build Jewish community one mile at a time. Through group runs, races, post-run coffee and everyday conversations, Running Connectors help runners across Jewish Palm Beach make friends, feel connected and find their place in Jewish life. This is a one-year contract role, renewable based on program needs and mutual agreement.
Responsibilities: • Build genuine relationships in the local running community and welcome new runners • Host weekly runs and weekend runs with post-run social time • Organize Shabbat runs and take part in community races • Make warm introductions to other people, Federation programs and resources • Keep runners connected through Federation WhatsApp groups and social media • Document relationships and engagement in Federation-approved systems
Commitments: • Four relationships a month (two new, two continuing) • 12 meet-ups or experiences per year • One Shalom Neighbor experience per month • Weekly activity reports and monthly check-ins with the Community Connections Engagement Officer
Compensation: $6,000 a year, paid at $500 per month, subject to completing the deliverables and reporting.
Connectors receive ongoing coaching, Jewish learning and training, and a cohort of fellow Connectors to learn and grow with.