Director of Jewish Experiences

Principal Responsibilities:The Director of Jewish Experiences is a change agent. They believe in meeting a community where it is and helping to fulfill its potential. The Director wants to create something new while honoring The JCC's mission and our commitment to delivering experiences that our membership is asking for. The Director designs, manages, and delivers Jewish experiences that engage and inspire all ages by providing the frameworks and tools necessary to celebrate, explore and participate in Jewish life. These programs include a variety of activities with overt Jewish content that bring Jewish and non-Jewish participants together to explore elements of Jewish traditions and cultures such as Jewish education, lifecycle events, arts and culture, hands-on social projects, service learning and much more.Essential Functions:Create, manage and deliver a year-round calendar of formal and informal Jewish experiential programsDesign and deliver experiences that engage diverse audiences in celebrating, learning about and participating in Jewish lifeCollaborate with volunteer committees and stakeholders to explore program ideas that address community interests and needsInteract with all JCC departments to offer insight on ensuring Jewish culture and traditions are incorporated into programmingProvide ongoing consultation to The JCC's professional team about Jewish history, holidays and traditionsCollaborate with The JCC development team to source funding opportunitiesCreate and oversee Israeli programming and Israeli in residence programsCollaborate with the JCC Marketing department to ensure timely and effective marketing of programsSupervise support staffMinimum Qualifications:Clergy designation preferred (Rabbi, Cantor)Knowledge of Jewish history, culture and traditionsPrior experience in educational, community and/or camp settingsPassionate for creating programs for children, families and across generationsSelf-motivated, proactive, visionary, and creativeManage multiple programs/projects at one time with superior organizational skillsPassionate about growing Jewish pride and identity and strengthening the Stamford community by engaging all peopleStrong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to motivate, inspire and conveneAble to identify, develop and maintain relationships that further collaborationProven teaching and public speaking skillsSalary:

$95,000 - $105,000Agency Information:Stamford JCC1035 Newfield AvenueStamford, CT 06905JCC Mission:

Founded on and guided by Jewish heritage, culture and traditions, the Stamford JCC provides a welcoming, inclusive and nurturing community for all people to help enrich their lives.

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