Executive Director

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
KEHILATH ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE
OVERLAND PARK, KS
JUNE, 2024

OVERVIEW

The Synagogue Executive Director executes the vision for Kehilath Israel’s Board of Directors by managing the economic, physical and human resource functions. The position plays a critical role in supporting the Board and Clergy to achieve both the spiritual and financial health of Kehilath Israel’s members.

Reporting: The Executive Director reports to the President and the Board of Directors
Supervision: The Executive Director supervises 7 employees representing the key functional areas below.
Clergical: The Executive Director is an equal contributor to the Clergical Team offering context in any and all operational matters.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Attend all regular and special meetings of the Board and Officer’s and provide timely reports and filings as may be required by the President, Board, by-laws, local, state or federal law.
Identify and research issues for the President and Board while executing the day to day operations in order to accomplish Board objectives and strategy.
Oversee the Administration, Finance and Personnel operations.
Manage Kehilath Israel Blue Ridge Cemetary.
Administration of Religious School budget.
Prepare and administer the Annual Budget
Negotiate and ensure compliance with Kehilath Israel contracts.
Manage the overall operation of the facilities and equipment.
Pursue additional revenue sources through a variety of fundraising opportunities as requested by the Board.
Executive Director shall keep informed of trends, issues, events and developments through professional peer contacts and conference attendance.
Coordinate an active volunteer program.
Maintain a close working relationship with the Jewish Community of Greater Kansas City, the Jewish Federation, local synagogues and temples and national Jewish organizations.