Our Vision
Central Synagogue is one of the leading and largest Reform congregations in the country. Located in Midtown Manhattan, Central’s reach includes more than 2,800 member families, a livestream community numbering in the hundreds of thousands, and more than 800 students, from birth to twelfth grade, in the Nursery and Religious schools. It has long played a significant role in the national Reform movement and is known for its innovation and leadership in worship, leading to a greatly expanded audience over the last two decades.

Central Synagogue works toward a world in which Judaism is core to the lives of Central members and Jews everywhere and is a profound and positive force for humanity. Central continually redefines what it means to be Jewish today, both within the Synagogue community and far beyond the Synagogue’s walls. The diverse clergy and professional team work hard, in collaboration with lay leadership, to build deep and enduring relationships among Central members, creating a caring, dynamic, and joyful community. 
Central Synagogue is an inclusive and welcoming community. The Synagogue encourages participation from all who seek a connection to Jewish life and want to be part of its sacred community regardless of religious background, race, ethnicity, gender, ability, socioeconomic status, political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Central is committed to being an open tent, a place that welcomes all people, including those who have been historically and institutionally marginalized or excluded from the Jewish community.  
The Synagogue is well resourced, has over 100 staff, and is governed by a 29-member Board of Trustees.  To learn more, please visit: https://www.centralsynagogue.org/.

Reports to Family Engagement Director with dotted line to Camp Central Director during the summer months

Department Hours
Full-time, Non-Exempt and eligible for OT
Hours: Monday through Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm
Expected to work some High Holy Days
Occasional later evening or weekend work
This is an in-person position.

Date: June 2023

Job Summary
The Family Engagement Office Administrator manages all administrative functions supporting Family Engagement, Central Tots and Camp Central. This individual needs to be comfortable in a fast-paced environment and able to work independently and operate with a high attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions
• Provides administrative support for Family Engagement, Central Tots and Camp Central, including but not limited to:
• Ordering all necessary supplies and food orders for programs and office
• Coordinating room setups and timing through our internal logistics database
• Credit Card reconciliation for Family Engagement and Camp Central
• Assists and supports Family Engagement Department and the Marketing and Communications Department with all emails and print materials and for Family Engagement, Central Tots and Camp Central
• Maintains upkeep for the Youth and Family Engagement webpage
• Provides ongoing daily support for all Family Engagement, Central Tots and Camp Central events and programs
• Delivers daily on-site support for Central Tots teachers during the school year and in the summer for Camp Central

Core Competencies
• High degree of integrity, confidentiality, professionalism and reliability
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgement independently
• Strong attention to detail and ability to execute
• Team player who builds strong, collaborative relationships across various stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written and communication skills
• High degree of enthusiasm, flexible attitude, open demeanor and geared to getting things done with efficiency
• Takes initiative, anticipates needs, and adapts to situations as they arise
• Able to work well under pressure while maintaining calm demeanor

Position Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree required
• 1-2 year’s administrative support experience or equivalent
• A successful candidate must have attention to detail; the ability to keep up with data entry is essential.
• A high level of organization is necessary, and the candidate must be able to take initiative, prioritize, multi-task and execute tasks in a timely manner.
• Computer Skills: strong proficiency in Microsoft applications including Microsoft word, excel, outlook, PowerPoint and database skills are a must. Preferred knowledge of Zoom and Microsoft Teams a strong plus
Knowledge of Salesforce a strong plus
• Interest and knowledge of synagogue life and Jewish education desired but not necessary

Other Duties:
Please note that the above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
The expected salary range for this position is $50,000 to $55,000. Central Synagogue offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community. The salary is commensurate with experience based on several factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, areas of specialization, and depth and scope of experience. The above salary range represents the Synagogue’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation range at the time of posting.
Additional Information:
Central Synagogue requires all staff members (full-time AND part-time) to (a) provide proof of vaccination and booster against COVID-19 or (b) obtain an approved exemption as an accommodation. If you are offered employment this requirement must be met by your hire date unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved.