Administrator, Synagogue - The WorkPlace Group
Summit, NJ 07901
About the Job
Congregation Beth Hatikvah, www.bethhatikvah.org, seeks an organized, upbeat, and welcoming part-time Synagogue Administrator with strong copy editing skills to be a vital member of our collaborative team and help foster our vibrant, joyful 30-year-old community. Our Synagogue Administrator is often the first point of contact for members and prospective members, knows when to step in to get things done and performs a wide range of tasks for the synagogue.
Essential Job Functions
● Office assistance for the Rabbi, Board Members and Religious School
● First point of contact for members, prospective members, shared space contacts and vendors
● Creation and copy editing of weekly newsletters and program flyers
● Maintaining lists such as healing and donations/tributes
● Assist with updating the website and membership directory
● Maintaining the congregation’s calendar
● Financial tasks such as accounts payable, payroll and accounts receivable
● Order and inventory of kitchen supplies and office supplies
● Oversee the functions of the synagogue
● Manage the opening and closing of the building
● Manage the part-time custodian and vendors who service and care for the synagogue’s building and grounds
● Attend Board meetings and Planning meetings as necessary to oversee program coordination
Requirements
● Previous work experience as an administrative assistant, office manager, or in an operations role
● Able to perform essential job functions using Windows and Google Suite
● Excellent English writing, proofreading, editing and speaking skills
● Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, multitask, problem solve and prioritize daily workload
● Knowledge of Judaism is helpful but not required.
● Warm, creative and positive individual
● Ability to build relationships with congregants, colleagues, and community leaders
● Ability to work independently
● Able to work 25 to 30 hours each week at Congregation Beth Hatikvah in Summit, NJ
Compensation
$25 to $30 an hour