Office Manager

The Office Manager will work closely with the Executive Director, Clergy, and volunteers to help coordinate and plan events, post and design materials for marketing and social media, and manage the daily operations of the Synagogue. A successful candidate must be customer service oriented who can work well with a team. They must prioritize work in a fast paced environment so that all deadlines are met on time and with ease. They must represent the synagogue in a professional manner with a wide range of people including the Board, synagogue members, volunteers, caterers, and renters. They must be able to create a secure, welcoming synagogue environment in which congregants feel their religious, social & communal needs are addressed in a positive manner.
Responsibilities:
● New and Existing Projects: responsibilities related to important congregational projects including High Holidays, Annual Dinners, weeknight programs, and community meals. Bring new events to the forefront and follow through on implementation of ideas.
○ Work on marketing materials for events and ensure they are well advertised
○ Work closely with the Executive Director and Clergy to set the agenda for creating, developing, and implementing impactful, & high-quality programs.
○ Ensure seamless coordination of program logistics and participant experiences to deliver exceptional outcomes.
○ Drive recruitment efforts and implement strategies to increase member participation, fostering a vibrant Jewish community
● Manage our High Holiday Registration & Seating Arrangements: This task has the support of member volunteers but the responsibility lies in this position. Signing people up, assigning seating, updating our system with changes etc. (2 month process)
● Social Media & Marketing: Update our media platforms with new and exciting promotion of materials. Be able to design flyers, emails, and social media posts with a strong eye for detail and aesthetics. Ensure the promotion of these events.
○ Support the coordination and implementation of communications and marketing efforts, including social media platforms, website content, and email marketing, to sustain high visibility for all programs and initiatives
○ Craft engaging stories, creating promotional materials, and leveraging digital platforms to effectively reach and engage target audiences.
● Customer Service: Support the Administrative Assistant in managing the “front desk”. Answering calls etc.
● Membership: Database management for Shul Membership Directory & membership profiles.
● Calendar Management
● Letter Writing

A successful candidate should have the following skills and qualities:
● Understanding of Jewish rituals, life cycle events, holidays & customs
● Knowledge of Hebrew language preferred
● Knowledge of MS Office, database management, email marketing, and website development tools
● Excellent writing and proofreading skills
● Design: have design skills, ability to edit and design promotional material
● Strong customer service orientation
● Team player
● Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and project management skills
● Experienced and enthusiastic about managing various aspects of ongoing programs.
● A creative and innovative thinker, always coming up with fresh ideas.
● Enjoy interactions with people and knowing when to be accommodating or take charge.
● Master of implementation and follow-through, ensuring that ideas become reality.
● Calm and composed demeanor, even in challenging situations.

We welcome your application.
Duration: Full Time
Preferred Experience: 2+ years
Preferred Degree: Bachelors
Salary: commensurate with experience $45,000- $55,000 salary range
Other benefits: health benefits, paid vacation, leave early for Shabbat and Chagim, Jewish holidays off
Office hours: Monday-Thursday:9:00am-5:00pm Friday: 9:00am-1:00pm, 1 day remote