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Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago

Director of Jewish Student Life, University of Chicago

Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Director of Jewish Student Life, University of Chicago

Pay: $53,000.00 - $58,000.00 / yearEmployment type: Full-TimeJob Description

UChicago Hillel provides the opportunity for participation in a diverse and pluralistic Jewish community through programming and opportunities to inspire students on the University of Chicago's campus to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life and learning. UChicago Hillel is a campus hub for student leadership development and spiritual, educational, cultural, and social connectivity. Both inside the Hillel building and on the broader campus, Hillel is committed to ensuring a warm, welcoming community for students in their Jewish home away from home.UChicago Hillel seeks a dynamic and thoughtful team member with a talent for managing staff, programs, and operations to serve as its next Director of Jewish Student Life (DJSL). Reporting to and working closely alongside the Executive Director, the DJSL will be responsible for initiating and executing a wide variety of programming that fulfills the core values articulated by the Hillel community. The DJSL will also support the work of staff and student leaders, both undergraduate and graduate, implementing both small-group and large-scale programs and initiatives. This position reports to the Executive Director to establish specific goals and evaluate progress on an ongoing basis.The ideal candidate brings a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, is a self-starter with knowledge of program planning and implementation, has an independent and task-oriented work style, and is enthusiastic about cultivating interpersonal relationships and rapport with diverse Jewish student populations.Key Responsibilities

Lead implementation of Hillel’s programmatic and educational vision and offerings.Facilitate cohorts of student leaders towards creating transformational experiences towards meeting the needs of every Jewish student on campus.Oversee and implement strategy for creating and maintaining an inviting atmosphere in the Hillel building.Supervise and support program staff, working as a team to meet the broadest needs of the Hillel community.Execute and manage all elements of impactful holiday, learning, and social experiences in partnership with student leaders and staff serving students from all backgrounds.Encourage a pluralistic approach to religious expression through Shabbat and holiday observances on campus.Strategically network with students and campus leaders to create relationships and build Hillel’s connections in the community.Participate in weekly staff meetings and ongoing professional development.Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s degree required.3-5 years of work experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector.Experience supervising professional staff and/or volunteers.Comfort working independently and collaboratively as part of a team.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn from taking risks.Proactive and self-driven work style.Knowledge of Jewish community, culture, heritage, and traditions.Passion for Jewish life, pluralism, and Israel.Commitment to the Jewish growth of college-aged students.Capacity to be adaptable and responsive in a fast-paced and fluid office.Willingness to work flexible hours needed to complete job requirements, including some nights, weekends, and holidays.Ability to travel occasionally, including potential for international travel.What You’ll Receive

Competitive salary in the nonprofit marketplace. The salary range for this role is $53,000-$58,000.A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability (LTD) insurances, Flexible Spending accounts, generous vacation/sick time, and parental leave.Great professional development, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities.Plenty of Hillel and university schwag.About Hillel International

In 1923, Rabbi Benjamin Frankel started Hillel with humble means, a noble mission, and a breathtaking vision: to convey Jewish civilization to a new generation. Today, Hillel International continues to enrich the lives of Jewish students and is the largest Jewish campus organization in the world at more than 550 colleges and universities across North America and around the world.Hillel is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an accepting and inclusive environment for all.

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