Executive Director Congregation Shomrei Emunah

Executive Director Congregation Shomrei Emunah

The Shomrei Emunah Community Shomrei is a multi-generational Jewish community rooted in Jewish tradition. We strive to bring meaning and purpose to daily life through Jewish practice, learning, and community. We welcome people of diverse backgrounds and experiences and seek to create an open and inclusive environment where individuals and families feel at home. Our outstanding educational programs begin with the Shomrei Preschool at 12 months and continue through the Jewish Learning Center, elementary through middle school years, with additional programming for high school students. Together, these programs provide a continuous path of Jewish learning and community involvement for our children and their families. Our goals, shaped through community conversations, reflect our commitment to being: • Joyful and spiritually grounded • Actively engaged in Jewish life and in our broader community • Guided by justice, compassion, and kindness • Connected to and supportive of the Jewish people The Executive Director plays a key leadership role in advancing these priorities and strengthening the organization’s capacity to serve and grow its community. We aspire to grow across age groups and backgrounds, including seniors, interfaith families and LGBTQ+ members with a particular focus on engaging young families and helping the next generation build lasting connections to Jewish life. Position Overview The Executive Director serves as the chief operational officer of the synagogue, working as a close strategic partner with the Rabbi, President, Educational Director and Board of Trustees. Reporting to the President and Board, the Executive Director oversees all business, financial, operational, and facility functions of the congregation and ensures that the synagogue’s mission and vision, is effectively supported through strong strategic management and leadership. This role requires a strategic thinker, skilled administrator, financial steward, and collaborative leader who can balance synagogue values with operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

1. Organizational Leadership & Management • Partner with Rabbi, Educational Director and lay leadership to implement the synagogue’s strategic vision. • Serve as a key advisor to the President and Board of Trustees. • Attend and support Board and committee meetings. • Ensure compliance with bylaws, policies, and legal requirements. • Foster a culture of professionalism, transparency, and service.
2. Financial Management • Oversee all financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. • Develop and manage the annual operating budget in collaboration with Senior Staff and VP Finance. • Supervise accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and audits. • Monitor cash flow and financial health. • Support fundraising efforts in partnership with clergy and development leadership.
3. Human Resources • Supervise administrative and facilities staff. • Oversee hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, and professional development. • Ensure compliance with employment laws and HR best practices. • Cultivate a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
4. Facilities & Operations • Oversee building operations, maintenance, and security. • Manage vendor contracts and service providers. • Ensure facilities support worship, lifecycle events, educational programs, and community activities. • Oversee space utilization and event logistics.
5. Membership & Community Engagement • Support membership growth, retention, and engagement strategies. • Ensure excellent member service and communication. • Manage volunteer recruitment and engagement in collaboration with senior staff, lay leaders and committees. • Oversee membership records and dues administration.
6. Risk Management & Compliance • Ensure appropriate insurance coverage and risk mitigation. • Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. • Develop and oversee safety and security procedures.

Qualifications Required • Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred). • 5+ years of senior management or nonprofit leadership experience. • Demonstrated ability to manage finance and operations efficiently and effectively. • Demonstrated strength as a supervisor and developer of people. • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Preferred • Experience in synagogue or Jewish communal settings. • Familiarity with the structure and values of Conservative Judaism. • Knowledge of nonprofit accounting and donor systems. • Experience working in volunteer led organizations and with volunteer boards.

Key Competencies • Strategic leadership • Business and fundraising acumen • Organizational management • Emotional intelligence • Collaborative partnership with clergy • Member-centered service orientation • Problem-solving and decision-making

Reporting Structure Reports to: President and Board of Trustees Works Closely With: Rabbi, Education Director, VP Finance, Committee Chairs Supervises: Operations Manager, Programming Administrator, Contractors *Shomrei Emunah is affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism (USCJ)

Compensation Competitive salary commensurate with experience in a range of $120,000-$140,000. Benefits package includes health insurance subsidy, paid time off, and professional development support.

To Apply

• Email Cover Letter and Resume to: post-69b19e7ccd8b0e45e3ef9cd5-1773248688@apply.jewishstaffing.com • All applications must be received by May 15, 2026 • Confirmation of receipt of application will be sent within 5 business days