Campus Director

Hillel at Kennesaw State University, Hillels of Georgia

Role Overview

Hillels of Georgia seeks a visionary, dynamic, and strategic leader with proven organizational skills to lead Hillel at Kennesaw State University. This role is responsible for building a vibrant and meaningful Jewish community at Kennesaw State University, a community that includes opportunities for learning, celebration, service, connection to Israel, and strong peer relationships. The Campus Director will intentionally engage students while also creating pathways for students to step into leadership and take ownership of Jewish life at KSU.

This position requires a strong commitment to inclusion, pluralism, and creating a community where students feel genuinely welcomed and valued. The Campus Director will cultivate relationships not only with students, but with parents, alumni, community members/partners, and university stakeholders to strengthen the student experience and the broader support system around Hillel.

In addition to engagement and leadership development, the Campus Director is responsible for the overall direction of the Hillel, including programming, operations, supervision of staff, and fundraising. This role requires someone who can hold both the day-to-day work and the bigger picture, ensuring that the Hillel continues to grow in a way that is thoughtful, sustainable, and rooted in student needs.

What You’ll Do

Student Engagement and Community Building

• Set and execute a bold vision for growing Jewish student engagement at KSU, with clear goals and measurable outcomes
• Build deep, meaningful relationships with students through relational engagement, meeting students where they are and helping them find their place in Jewish life
• Identify, reach, and engage students who are not yet connected to Hillel, with a focus on expanding the leadership pipeline
• Create a culture where students feel ownership over Jewish life on campus
• Build strong relationships with university partners, faculty, and student organizations
• Collaborate with Hillels of Georgia colleagues to support statewide initiatives and shared strategy

Innovation, Programming, and Leadership Development

• Design and implement creative, relevant, and high-impact initiatives that reflect the interests and needs of today’s students
• Encourage experimentation in staff and students by piloting new ideas, testing approaches, and iterating quickly
• Recruit, mentor, and develop student leaders, with a focus on ownership, initiative, and leadership growth
• Build a leadership culture that empowers students to move from ideas to action

Fundraising and Sustainability 

• Lead and grow fundraising efforts to support Hillel at KSU, including donor relationships, campaigns, and local partnerships
• Cultivate relationships with alumni, parents, and community stakeholders to build a sustainable base of support
• Partner with Hillels of Georgia leadership to align fundraising strategy with organizational priorities
• Integrate storytelling and impact into fundraising efforts to clearly communicate the value of Hillel’s work
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including programming, budget management, and administrative responsibilities
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data on students, alumni, and supporters

What You’ve Accomplished

• 3-5+ years of relevant experience in Jewish communal work, campus engagement, or student leadership development
• Demonstrated success in growing engagement and/or leading initiatives
• Experience building relationships with diverse stakeholders, including students and community partners
• Bachelor’s degree required

What You’ll Bring to the Position

• A deep passion for building vibrant, inclusive Jewish communities
• Strong relationship-building skills and high emotional intelligence
• A creative, innovative mindset with a willingness to try new approaches and take thoughtful risks
• Ability to move between big-picture strategy and day-to-day execution
• Experience or interested in fundraising and relationship-based development
• Experience in program development, facilitation, and leadership development
• Strong organizational and program management skills
• Knowledge of Jewish life, values, and traditions
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• A collaborative spirit and commitment to team success 

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive salary in the nonprofit marketplace. The salary range for this role is $75,00 - $85,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, Group Supplemental Retirement Annuity, Pension Plan, life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Plan, generous vacation/sick time, and parental leave.
• Eligibility for the Jewish Community Professional Tuition Grant for participating Jewish day schools/high schools in the Atlanta area.
• Great professional development, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities.
• Travel opportunities, including conferences and immersive experiences 

About Hillel at KSU, Hillels of Georgia

Hillel at KSU is a home for Jewish students to connect, explore, and lead. Through relationship-driven engagement, meaningful programming, and a commitment to pluralism, we empower students to build Jewish community on their own terms. Kennesaw State University is one of the largest, fastest-growing campuses, with more than 51,000 enrolled students, in the Georgia State University System. The KSU Main Campus is located 30 miles north of downtown Atlanta. KSU offers more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. The University’s vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties, entrepreneurial spirit, and Division I athletic program draw students from throughout the region, the United States, and countries around the world.

Hillel at KSU is a part of the Hillels of Georgia network. Hillels of Georgia serves as an umbrella organization partnering with college campuses to provide thousands of Jewish students with their Jewish home away from home. Our mission is to create vibrant Jewish life on every campus in Georgia. We do so by providing meaningful Jewish experiences to thousands of students on campuses across Georgia. Hillels of Georgia was founded in 2003 to engage and empower Jewish students to create vibrant and dynamic Jewish life on campuses across the state. Hillels of Georgia is a proud member of Hillel International and beneficiary of the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta. Hillels of Georgia currently has professionals on the following campuses: Emory University, University of Georgia, Kennesaw State University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia College & State University, Georgia State University, SCAD, and Georgia Southern.

Hillels of Georgia is affiliated with Hillel International. Hillel International enriches the lives of Jewish students so they may enrich the Jewish people and the world, and envisions a world where every student is inspired to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel.

Atlanta is one of the largest cities in the United States and is the vibrant economic, cultural, and civic capital of the southeast. It is home to some of America’s most iconic companies and enterprises including Coca-Cola, Delta Airlines, Home Depot, UPS, and the Center for Disease Control. It is a hub of technological innovation, entertainment, arts and culture, and higher education; as well as home to the Braves, Falcons, Hawks, and Atlanta United FC. Major attractions include the Atlanta Zoo, Botanical Garden, Piedmont Park, and High Museum of Art, as well as historic landmarks such as the Carter Center, MLK Historical Park and Birthplace, and much more.

Executive Director - Indiana University Hillel

Role Overview: 

The Executive Director of the Indiana University Hillel will lead the organization in making a lasting impact on over 4,000 Jewish students at one of the nation's leading universities. In this role, you will have the pleasure and privilege of working with dedicated student leaders, committed and talented staff, and the largest alumni community in the nation. This position will require developing the overall vision and strategy of Indiana Hillel, setting a positive organizational culture, providing strong fundraising expertise and administrative management, and serving as the leader of the Jewish community on campus to ensure Indiana Hillel’s continued growth and success. The ideal candidate will passionately support and engage students, collaboratively set a strategic vision, develop human and financial resources, lead a team, foster strong ties to the University administration, and model for students an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel. 

What You'll Do:

Strategy & Vision: 

• Lead the organization in developing and achieving its vision and strategic planning initiatives.
• Act as a leader and unifier of the community every day, including during times of both celebration and challenge. 
• Inspire and organize pluralistic, diverse Jewish life on campus.
• Develop strategies to expand the Jewish student community, accommodating a range of backgrounds and interests.
• Manage crises in real-time with an understanding of how any engagement aligns with Indiana Hillel’s goals and mission.

Fundraising & Financial Management: 

• Create, drive, and oversee a robust fundraising strategy that leverages the local and national network of community members, alumni, and parents to support Indiana Hillel.
• Personally engage in donor solicitation and stewardship, manage relationships with granting organizations and foundations, and identify additional revenue sources.
• Develop financial resources appropriate for the institution's caliber, the Jewish community's size, and the strategic plan's needs. 
• Develop, take on new projects, and manage the financial resources needed to implement these initiatives and projects. 
• Ensure the fiscal integrity of IU Hillel, including compliance, accurate and timely submission of a proposed annual budget and financial statements to the Board, and the completion of year-end audits and federal financial reporting. 

Staff Supervision & Development: 

• Build, inspire, develop, supervise, mentor, and lead a professional staff team that delivers on a vision of passion for Jewish life, pluralism, inclusivity, and student leadership development in order to deepen students’ relationships to Jewish life, Jewish learning, and Israel. 
• Be the architect of professional growth, leading and mentoring a team that breathes life into our vision of pluralism, inclusivity, and student leadership development.
• Foster a positive work environment, delegate effectively, and support staff in work assignments and priorities.
• Cultivate a culture of staff excellence and professional growth.

Stakeholder & External Relations:

• Exhibit organizational and communal leadership by cultivating relationships with all stakeholders, including student and university leaders, Jewish community leaders in Bloomington and Indianapolis, as well as alumni and parents across the country. 
• Serve as primary spokesperson to the organization’s constituents, the media, and the general public, promoting Indiana Hillel's impact, addressing controversial issues across multiple constituencies, and providing inspirational messaging.
• Create a culture of shared responsibility and engagement among members of the board of directors and cultivate relationships with prospective board members who can provide generative and strategic leadership. 

Student Engagement & Jewish Life:

• Oversee a robust student engagement strategy that successfully brings Jewish students into the Jewish community on campus. 
• Recognize and adapt to the changing needs of Jewish college students, Jewish identity development, and campus climate. 
• Ensure IU Hillel is a safe space for students and provides tools to address any antisemitism and anti-Israel activity on campus.
• Cultivate meaningful relationships with students and ensure all Jewish students feel welcome.
• Ensure the organization embraces appreciation and understanding for all expressions of Jewish religious practice, regardless of personal beliefs.

What you’ve accomplished:

• A minimum of 8 years of professional work experience in a leadership capacity with a minimum of 5 years in a management role in a Jewish or secular nonprofit, higher education, or mission-driven organization. Past Hillel experience is preferred.   
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or Rabbinic ordination preferred. 
• A minimum of 5 years of fundraising and financial management experience for a non-profit organization in a professional or volunteer capacity.

What you’ll bring to the work:

• Warm, sincere, and enthusiastic leadership with a strong internal drive for success and excellence.
• Proactive communication and collaboration across offices and agencies.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, including attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization.
• Capacity to create space for diverse perspectives and voices of students and staff.
• Proven fundraising and financial management skills.
• Strong relationship-building skills with a nuanced understanding of Judaism, Israel, and antisemitism.
• Joyful spirit for the work and a deep commitment to Jewish community building.
• Deep appreciation for the unique needs of college students and the American campus experience.
• Effective storytelling – developing and communicating (both orally and in writing) the organizational mission and narrative. Strong public speaking skills.
• A deep passion for the mission of Hillel and the development of the next generation of Jewish leaders.
• An understanding that Hillel work happens outside of traditional work hours.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of Jewish student life at Indiana University. It requires a commitment to inclusivity, innovation, and creating a supportive environment for students across all aspects of their campus, religious, and personal lives. 

What you’ll receive:

• The salary range for this role is $135,000-$155,000, depending upon skills, qualifications, and experience.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability (LTD), flexible spending plan, vacation/sick time, and parental leave. 
• Paid opportunities for professional development and peer engagement, mentoring, and skill-building.
• A supportive and committed board of lay leaders and faculty.
• Mentorship by a fellow Hillel Director.
• Strategic support from a dedicated Campus Support Director at Hillel’s Schusterman International Center.
• Opportunities to attend global conferences for personal and professional development throughout the U.S. and Israel.
• Relocation assistance is available.

About Indiana Hillel:

Since 1938, IU Hillel has created a warm, welcoming, caring Jewish family and community that celebrates Judaism and Jewish life. IU has become a university chosen by top Jewish high school students and leaders because of the excellence and vibrancy of its Hillel, Jewish Studies Program, and Jewish student community on campus. Few schools can match the range of Jewish intellectual, social, and cultural opportunities IU offers. Indiana University has a well-earned reputation as a school where Jewish students receive a fine education and can meet other Jewish students from throughout the U.S. and participate in a wide array of Jewish campus activities. IU has a very strong and active Jewish community. Hillel offers programs and opportunities to get involved daily, and there are often multiple programs each day. Courses for university credit are taught at Hillel. Hillel offers 15-20 clubs, including Business Leadership Initiative, Hooshir (premier Jewish a cappella group), Hoosiers for Israel, Third Street Sports Grille, and more. Up to 120 students/year go on Birthright Israel trips with IU Hillel.

Indiana Hillel is affiliated with Hillel International. Hillel International enriches the lives of Jewish students so they may enrich the Jewish people and the world, and envisions a world where every student is inspired to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel.

About Bloomington, IN:

Once you visit Bloomington, you’ll fall in love. Live music, coffeehouses, open-air farmer’s markets, local restaurants, more than 30 annual festivals, and breathtaking natural scenery are just part of what makes Bloomington so unique. You can walk and bike almost anywhere, and should you ever want to leave, the Indianapolis airport is a shuttle bus ride away. Of the almost 80,000 residents, approximately 40,000 are students, representing all 50 states and 125 countries.

Applications & Nominations:

Don’t check off all the boxes or meet every single requirement? We have learned that potential candidates hesitate when applying for a job unless they meet every requirement. Hillel is dedicated to inclusivity and valuing diversity and equity in the workplace. If this opportunity excites you, but your background may not be a perfect match, we still encourage you to apply.

If you have any questions about this role, please contact: 

Jennifer Sosnow, Director of Executive Talent, Hillel International, Hillel International at

jsosnow@hillel.org

Applications submitted through the Hillel International website will NOT be considered. To apply, please send cover letter and resume as one PDF to BRHillelED@pbrsearch.com with title format “Last Name First Name – Letter Resume” and complete the Voluntary Self Identification form. This will assist PBR Executive Search in improving hiring practices and ensuring equal opportunities. Participation is voluntary and will not affect your candidacy in any way.

To view this role on the PBR Executive Search website, please click here. 

Executive Director

Brown RISD Hillel

Background

Brown RISD Hillel (BRH) is more essential to thriving Jewish life on College Hill than ever before: Jewish faith and community are not only essential to Jewish students at Brown University and Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), but also a force for good at the universities. Jewish texts teach gratitude, patience, personal connection, purpose with humility, and the dignity of the individual. Brown RISD Hillel is a center of gravity on the two campuses and is helping define the fabric of the new Jewish America: it is one of the most exciting and innovative campus Hillels in the United States. It is a place of rich community, deep meaning, intellectual rigor, and spiritual resilience. It brings students together for Shabbat dinner, ensures a daily minyan, provides religious education, sustains Jewish traditions in the arts, and connects students with alumni mentors.

BRH works with an exceptionally engaged and curious student community, drawn from the most creative Ivy League university and the foremost art and design college in the country. Our students approach Judaism and the world with intellectual inquiry, imagination, and depth.

Close to 1,000 Jewish students (and hundreds of non-Jewish students) walk through the doors of the Hillel building each semester. Jewish students know they can go to the BRH building to be with other Jews, and students of every faith and background can convene at BRH in fellowship. BRH has intimate relationships with the Brown University administration, the RISD administration, and with Chabad of College Hill that allow it to better support a diversity of Jewish student life on the Brown and RISD campuses.

BRH is already a welcoming, bustling hive of activity staffed by a talented group of religious, programmatic, and engagement professionals. The next Executive Director will build on this foundation of success, bringing strategic focus, coordination, financial acumen, and momentum to a strong organization.

The new ED will be charged with leading and collaborating with staff to expand the reach and impact of BRH’s work: offering more pastoral care to young men and women seeking to make sense of their world, engaging more deeply with alumni mentors, broadening the arts program to include theater and music, developing innovative ways to deliver religious education, and exploring the potential of AI tools for the study of Jewish texts.

This is an opportunity for a seasoned executive leader to align the many aspects of BRH’s work into a clear and coherent whole. By setting priorities, supporting talented staff, and connecting the organization’s efforts across campuses, the Executive Director will help ensure that Hillel is central to the intellectual, cultural, and spiritual life of students. More than anything, the new ED will provide the strategic, financial, structural, and human resources support to ensure excellent program delivery and student experience across all dimensions. 

Position

The incoming Executive Director will provide executive leadership and strategic management to a team of talented religious, program, and engagement experts, aligning their work to build on the already vibrant Jewish life that exists on the Brown and RISD campuses.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the board to create a culture of excellence in governing BRH
• Work with the team to develop and execute plans to enhance Jewish life on College Hill through religious services, religious education, visual arts, performing arts, alumni engagement, career mentoring, faculty engagement, travel and social programming
• Engage with and inspire a broad range of engaged Brown and RISD students
• Help recruit diverse, intellectually-oriented, Jewishly-engaged students to campus
• Lead a $2M Annual Campaign and $15M Capital Campaign
• Ensure successful completion of $7M building renovation
• Inspire, oversee and performance manage a 12 person staff
• Develop and manage a $2.2M annual budget 

Objectives

• Provide strong executive leadership for a talented team of religious, program, and engagement staff, ensuring that BRH’s work is coordinated, strategic, and aligned with its mission.
• Ensure the financial health and long-term sustainability of the organization through effective fundraising and sound fiscal management.
• Set a standard for and inspire excellence across all aspects of BRH, including programming, fundraising, financial management, facility operations, and student experience.
• Engage and partner closely with the Board, drawing on trustees’ energy, judgment, and networks to advance BRH’s priorities.
• Build on BRH’s strong foundation to help define what it means to be Jewish today and to cultivate the Jewish leaders of the coming decades. Strengthen and expand the inclusive, vibrant, and pluralistic Jewish community, ensuring space for a range of perspectives and modes of observance.
• Maintain and build on strong relationships with Brown, RISD, and Chabad of College Hill and ensure meaningful engagement with both campus communities. 

Capabilities and Mindset Required for Success

• Highly developed executive leadership skills, including the ability to lead and inspire a team, effectively engage with a dedicated board of directors, raise funds in support of programs and capital projects, set and manage a $2.2M budget, oversee building operations, and build productive partnerships across the Brown and RISD campuses.
• Commitment to effective corporate governance, providing the team and the board with the information they need to stay informed and be maximally impactful in their roles. Enthusiasm for programmatic experimentation, providing the team with the resources they need to make those experiments a success.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, vibrant, and pluralistic Jewish community and creating the space for a range of perspectives and Jewish values.
• Effective communicator to all parts of the Brown and RISD communities (students, alumni, faculty, administration, parents).
• Compelling fundraiser, with the ability to maintain relationships with major donors, explain the vision for BRH, and steward resources carefully.
• Ability to inspire and manage performance for staff, with a willingness to have tough discussions when required.
• Ability to master operational details of a small, but complex organization (staff, building program, budgets).
• Commitment to Israel as a secure, democratic state.
• Commitment to engage with students with a range of political views and types of religious observance. 

Compensation

• Anticipated salary is $200K - $250K, commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability, generous vacation and sick leave, and parental leave
• Robust professional development, mentoring, and national network engagement through Hillel International
• Opportunities for domestic and international travel

Frequently cited statistics show that women and people from underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they think they meet 100% of the criteria. If you meet many but not all the criteria and feel you may be a good fit for the role, Brown RISD Hillel encourages you to apply.

Brown RISD Hillel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, national origin, ethnic origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in its employment policies. Brown RISD Hillel will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Executive Director

Hillel at Ithaca College

Role Overview

Hillel at Ithaca College seeks a vibrant and multi-talented leader to inspire Jewish students on campus as the Executive Director. You will be excellent for this role if you use your strong interpersonal skills to create and nurture relationships with students, develop partnerships, and create new opportunities for Hillel at Ithaca College. As the Executive Director, you’ll create a vision for the organization, connect, empower, and motivate our diverse Jewish population; develop and implement contemporary, student-focused programming; manage finances and fundraise - all to advance the mission of our Hillel in inspiring Jewish students to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors.

Hillel at Ithaca College is experiencing a renaissance, with a high percentage of its over 1000 Jewish students on campus engaged. This movement is cultivated through a vibrant and progressive student leadership cadre, invested board, donors and community members, and a top college environment. You’ll find the Hillel staff engaging students, enjoying the amazing outdoor options in the Finger Lakes region, creating art and film, or giving back to the local community. The “Ithaca Farmers Market” has been ranked as one of the best farmers markets in the country. Ithaca has been ranked as a top college town, one of the best green cities, and one of the most secure places to live. The beauty of the Finger Lakes region and the breadth of cultural offerings draw many people to this progressive community. “Ithaca is Gorges!”

What You’ll Do

Creating a Vision

• Develop, articulate, and promote a dynamic and innovative vision to propel Ithaca College Hillel into the future in partnership with key stakeholders, including students, Board of Directors, alumni, parents, staff, the local Jewish community, Hillel International, and Ithaca College faculty and staff.
• Work with the Board to set reasonable goals and make decisions about resource allocation and priorities.
• Articulate measures of success and evaluate outcomes and impact.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with all stakeholders.

Nurturing Jewish Growth

• Create programmatic opportunities that shape an educational, cultural, religious and social environment that will allow the members of Ithaca College’s diverse Jewish community to reach a greater understanding and fuller expression of their own Jewish identity.
• Educate groups formally and informally about Jewish religious observance, ritual practice, culture, history, and communities and serve as a role model for full, rich Jewish identification.
• Counsel students individually within a Jewish context and refer as needed.
• Create educational vision and strategy for Hillel.

Student Engagement

• Serve as an inspiring Jewish role model and a strong leader for students; cultivate meaningful relationships with students and ensure all Jewish students feel welcome.
• Ensure the student engagement strategy is dynamic, includes a multiplicity of Jewish backgrounds and interests, and successful in meeting its goals.
• Recognize and adapt to the changing needs of Jewish college students, Jewish identity development, and campus climate. 
• Ensure Hillel is a safe space for students, addressing antisemitism and anti-Israel activities on campus.

Fiscal Management

• Develop and nurture productive relationships with individuals and organizations that can financially support the mission of Hillel.
• Create a development plan to engage all stakeholders, manage development initiatives and organize student and board members’ participation in development.
• Work in tandem, when appropriate, with the Ithaca College development office to support both offices’ goals.
• Create an annual budget in collaboration with the board’s Executive Committee.
• Provide fiscal oversight to the organization as well as regular reporting to the Board of Directors and Hillel International.

Empower Others to Lead

• Listen actively to students and other Ithaca College community members to identify strengths and leadership potential in others and connect them with appropriate leadership opportunities.
• Delegate leadership and responsibilities, in particular empowering students to develop and carry out Jewish educational, cultural, and religious events and activities, including leading holiday and Shabbat services.
• Take on a leadership role in challenging situations and inspire others as a role model.

Staff Supervision & Development

• Inspire, develop, supervise, and mentor the professional staff team of two as well as the student volunteer team to deepen students’ relationships with Jewish life, Jewish learning, and Israel. 
• Establish a culture of professional development and growth.

Stakeholder and External Relations

• Serve as Hillel’s primary spokesperson to the organization’s constituents, the media, and the general public, engaging the community in the importance of Hillel’s mission and purpose.
• Create a culture of shared responsibility and engagement among members of the board of directors and cultivate relationships with prospective board members who can provide generative and strategic leadership. 
• Extend your influence beyond the campus, cultivating relationships with students, university leaders, the local Jewish community, and nationwide alumni and parents. You will be the voice of Hillel at Ithaca College, passionately championing Hillel’s mission.
• Bring together external groups/individuals with similar goals or missions to form partnerships and develop mutually beneficial joint activities and partnerships with them.
• Strategically initiate, develop and maintain networks of people on campus and among Jewish students and Hillel stakeholders who can help to advance Hillel’s goals.

A top candidate should possess:

• 5–8 years of professional work experience. Experience in management roles in the Jewish or secular nonprofit, higher education, or mission-driven organization world is a plus. Past Hillel experience is a plus as well. We will consider a range of candidates’ experiences and credentials.
• Experience working with and/or for an organization serving young adults (18-24 years old).
• A passion for Judaism and an ability to inspire students to make Judaism integral to their own life choices
• Ability to facilitate Jewish learning
• Some experience with fundraising, which may include executing annual fundraising campaigns, cultivation, stewardship, major gift solicitation and managing budgets
• Experience mentoring, supervising and managing staff
• Excellent communications skills
• Ability to connect with and engage a variety of different stakeholders

What You’ll Bring to the Job

• An inspiring presence that will help others deepen their interest in Jewish life and the ability to listen to and build relationships with college students.
• Strong entrepreneurial spirit and resilience. Things may not always go according to plan, but you are willing to take risks and learn from your wins and losses.
• An attitude of proactive communication and collaboration.
• Strong relationship-building skills and comfort working with diverse populations different from your own, including inter-religious populations.
• Solid organizational skills, including planning, attention to detail, multi-tasking and prioritization.
• Expertise in leading complex conversations about Judaism and Israel in an approachable way and meets students at various points in their personal Jewish journey.

Benefits of working for Hillel include:

• Competitive salary in the non-profit marketplace. The salary range for this role is $90,000 -$100,000, depending upon skills, qualifications, and experience.
• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, pension plan, life insurance, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Plan.
• Generous vacation/sick time, and parental leave.
• Excellent professional development, coaching, and skill-building opportunities.
• Opportunity for domestic and international travel.

About Hillel at Ithaca College

Hillel at Ithaca College is the center of Jewish life on campus. At Ithaca College, approximately 1050 students, about 20% of the students, are Jewish. As a pluralistic organization, Hillel provides a variety of cultural, educational, and social programs to create vibrant Jewish life and provide multiple access points for students to explore their Jewish identity. Hillel is part of the welcoming community housed in Muller Chapel. Muller Chapel is an interfaith chapel hosting the Jewish, Muslim, Catholic, Protestant and Buddhist communities. There is kosher dining on campus, which is the best food on campus, supervised by StarK Kosher.  Hillel has a strong working relationship with Kosher Dining and caters the majority of their food through them. Hillel at Ithaca College is affiliated with Hillel International. Hillel International enriches the lives of Jewish students so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world, and envisions a world where every student is inspired to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning and Israel.

Ithaca College, from its founding in 1892 as the Ithaca Conservatory of Music, has distinguished itself as an impressive liberal arts institution with a variety of strong professional programs. Coeducational and nonsectarian, the College is an internationally known and respected institution with approximately 6,400 undergraduate and 450 graduate students, who come to Ithaca from nearly every state and close to 80 countries. U.S. News and World Report has rated it one of the top 10 master’s level Universities in the northeast for over 10 years. While the breadth of curriculum is normally found only at larger universities, Ithaca holds fast to its tradition of close, personal instruction.

There are two synagogues in town and many other opportunities across the spectrum of its vibrant Jewish community.

Managing Director

Grinspoon Hillel at Cornell

Role Overview

Grinspoon Hillel at Cornell seeks a Managing Director - an enterprising, strategic, and relationship-driven executive who will lead the vision, execution, and growth of Jewish life on one of the nation’s most vibrant campuses.

As Hillel’s senior campus executive, the Managing Director oversees all aspects of student life, engagement, and communications. This leader will supervise a team of 7+ program and professional staff, guide the strategic direction for program excellence, and serve as the primary face of Hillel’s student affairs presence to the University, parents, and community partners.

This is an extraordinary opportunity for a talented Jewish professional to shape a thriving campus community, inspire professional and student leaders, and ensure that Grinspoon Hillel remains one of the nation’s premier centers for Jewish life, learning, and connection.

Scope of Leadership 

The Managing Director leads the campus program and engagement strategy of a $2M+ Hillel, supervising 7+ program professionals, and partnering with senior leadership on operations, communications, and community relations. This role directs the student-facing mission of one of the largest and most dynamic Hillels in North America. The Managing Director reports to the CEO.

Why This Role Matters

The Managing Director will shape the future of Jewish life at Cornell.  This is an exciting time at Grinspoon Hillel.  Harkavy Hall, our new Hillel center, is scheduled to open in summer 2027. This is an opportunity to shape the vision and operations of one of the premier Hillel buildings in the country and lead a high-performing team, innovate at scale, and help thousands of students build lifelong Jewish friendships and experiences.

This role is ideal for an experienced senior Jewish professional ready to lead at scale — shaping the future of Jewish life on campus while partnering closely with a seasoned CEO. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity, professionalism, and purpose — and you’ll make a lasting mark on the next generation of Jewish leaders.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Lead the development and execution of Hillel’s overall programmatic and engagement strategy for Jewish life at Cornell, grounded in an engagement-first philosophy that values breadth, depth, and belonging.
• Translate mission and vision into a clear set of goals, systems, and metrics that promote student connection, leadership development, and community impact.
• Partner with the CEO and Board on long-range program planning, annual goals, and evaluation.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and joy among students and staff.

Team Supervision & Professional Development

• Supervise, coach, and inspire the program and engagement staff team.
• Lead weekly team meetings, onboarding, and ongoing professional development.
• Establish clear expectations and systems that promote accountability, creativity, and excellence.
• Model strong management practices and a relational, student-centered approach.
• Build a culture that develops emerging professional talent—mentoring staff toward future leadership within Hillel and the broader Jewish community.

Student Engagement & Leadership Development

• Guide the structure and growth of student-led affinity groups (e.g., Greek Council, Wellness, Israel interest groups, Launchpad Career Networking, Cultural and Social programs).
• Develop a sustainable leadership framework that empowers students to design and lead meaningful Jewish experiences while maintaining professional mentorship and oversight.
• Nurture student leadership for Shabbat, holidays, and community-building programs, ensuring diverse, accessible opportunities.
• Oversee recruitment and execution of major student experiences, including FreshFest, Israel leadership delegations, and immersive learning trips.

Technology, Communications & Systems

• Oversee the integration of digital tools and communications systems that support engagement and connection, including CRM, website, event registration, texting platforms, and social media.
• Create and implement operation systems for Harkavy Hall, Hillel's new building, to open in summer 2027
• Lead all non-fundraising communications to students and parents, including weekly student e-news, parent updates, and program announcements.
• Ensure Hillel’s digital presence reflects the excellence, inclusivity, and vibrancy of our on-campus work.
• Collaborate with the CEO and Operations team to ensure data systems capture engagement metrics and support organizational learning.

Campus & Community Partnerships

• Serve as Hillel’s senior representative for student life and campus relations, building trusted partnerships with university administration, faculty, student organizations, and Jewish communal leaders.
• Function as the public voice of Hillel’s student engagement and education mission, representing the organization in campus coalitions, orientation programs, leadership councils, and university-level events.
• Partner with Jewish communal organizations and campus departments to amplify opportunities and shared resources.

Organizational Stewardship

• Manage program budgets, grant reporting, and evaluation processes to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Collaborate with the CEO on communications that support stewardship, public visibility, and institutional excellence.
• Uphold a standard of operational, ethical, and professional integrity consistent with Hillel International best practices.

Who You Are

• A seasoned professional (8 + years) with proven leadership in Jewish, nonprofit, or educational settings.
• A strategic thinker and empathetic team leader who thrives in dynamic, relationship-driven environments.
• Skilled in building teams, coaching staff, and creating systems that scale engagement and impact.
• Fluent in Jewish culture, learning, and community life; comfortable across a broad range of Jewish identities and expressions.
• Technologically confident — experienced in CRM systems (Salesforce or similar), digital communication, and audience development.
• A relational leader who loves working directly with students and mentoring young professionals.
• Flexible, curious, and energized by campus life — including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.

What You’ll Receive

• Salary - Approximately $125,000 to $135,000 annually, commensurate with executive-level experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability, generous vacation and sick leave, and parental leave.
• Robust professional development, mentoring, and national network engagement through Hillel International.
• Opportunities for travel to Israel and national leadership convenings.
• Professional Development budget

About Grinspoon Hillel at Cornell

Founded in 1929 and now serving the largest Jewish student population in the Ivy League, Grinspoon Hillel aims to inspire every Jewish student to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel. We seek to empower Jewish students to build vibrant and engaging communities that cultivate ownership of identity, a sense of the dynamic role of Judaism, and an appreciation of the rich diversity of the Jewish experience. We believe in a pluralism that begins with the diversity of our staff.

Grinspoon Hillel is located in Ithaca, NY, which combines small-town life with a world-class academic/college-town community. Ithaca has been named one of the top 100 places to live, a top 10 recreation city, the best green place to live, and one of the "foodiest" towns in America. Cornell University is one of the world’s foremost institutions of higher education, with eight undergraduate schools and five graduate schools located in Ithaca, NY, in the Finger Lakes Region of Central New York State. Hillel is currently housed in Anabel Taylor Hall, home of the Cornell United Religious Works and has a programming house on North Campus.  In summer 2027, Hillel will open a 23,000 square foot Hillel Center. Jewish students make up approximately one-quarter of the student body on the Ithaca campus, approximately 2,500 students. Grinspoon Hillel currently engages a talented professional team of 12 full-time and one part-time professional.

Grinspoon Hillel is affiliated with Hillel International. Hillel International enriches the lives of Jewish students so they may enrich the Jewish people and the world, and envisions a world where every student is inspired to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning and Israel.

Executive Director - Claremont Hillel

Role Overview:

Claremont Hillel is at a transformative inflection point. Serving the prestigious 7-C consortium (including Pomona, Claremont McKenna, Harvey Mudd, Scripps, Pitzer, and 2 graduate schools), we have evolved from a small chaplaincy into a thriving, independent 501(c)3. We are currently more than halfway toward a $2.5M capital campaign to establish our first-ever Hillel House, a direct response to the growing needs of our students. As our new Executive Director, you will be the visionary architect of this new era. You will lead a growing team, manage a significant capital project, and deepen a pluralistic Jewish community for some of the country's brightest students.

What You’ll Do:

Student Engagement: 

• Establish a warm, welcoming community that promotes student leadership and personal growth. 

• Ensure strong relationships with other religious organizations on campus. 

• Provide individualized mentorship for students on their Jewish journeys. 

• Ensure Hillel is a safe space for students, addressing antisemitism and anti-Israel activities on campus. Encourage an inclusive culture embracing all expressions of Jewish religious practice.

• Work to increase student engagement year-over-year.  

Fundraising & Financial Management: 

• You are the organization’s chief advancement officer, and fundraising is a key component of this position. Currently, Claremont Hillel is involved in a $2.5M capital campaign for its new home. 

• Maintain relationships with major donors, community partners, and grantmaking organizations while continuously cultivating new donors. 

• Overall, you hold responsibility for the financial health of the organization. 

• Work alongside the Board of Directors to ensure regular financial reporting and a balanced budget. 

Strategy & Vision: 

• Lead and organize pluralistic, diverse Jewish life on campus, expanding the reach to include students with various Jewish backgrounds and identities. 

• Lead strategic planning efforts with the Board of Directors. 

• Cultivate relationships with 8 campus administrations, including Pomona, Claremont Graduate University, Scripps, Claremont Mckenna, Harvey Mudd, Pitzer, Keck Graduate Institute, and The Claremont Colleges Services. 

• Foster relationships with Hillel International and the Jewish Federation of Los Angeles. 

Leadership & Development: 

• Inspire, develop, and mentor a professional team that fosters pluralism, inclusivity, and student leadership development. 

• Ensure staff possess a strong foundation in Jewish education and rituals. 

• Partner with and provide administrative support to the Claremont Hillel Board of Directors. 

• Cultivate a positive work environment, delegate effectively, and support staff in professional development. 

• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with Board and committee members. 

• Serve as a mentor to staff, dedicating time to work closely with each staff member on personal development and career paths. 

Stakeholder & External Relations: 

• Unify and build community while creating a culturally rich Jewish environment for students. 

• Collaborate with campus organizations to enhance student engagement across diverse programs and platforms. 

• Serve as Hillel’s primary spokesperson to the organization’s constituents, the media, and the public, engaging the community in Hillel’s mission and purpose. 

• Engage proactively to build positive working relationships with college administrators across the 7-C consortium.

What You’ll Bring:

• Executive Presence: Minimum 8 years of professional experience, with 3+ years in a senior leadership role (nonprofit, higher education, or Jewish communal sector). 
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree a plus.
• Fundraising Prowess: A proven track record of securing major gifts and managing complex financial portfolios.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: You thrive in "build" mode. You are comfortable with the ambiguity of growth and possess the creative problem-solving skills to turn a new Hillel House into a campus center for Jewish life.
• Relationship Focus: The ability to build authentic bridges across diverse populations, from first-year students to high-net-worth donors and senior college administrators.
• Jewish Literacy: A deep commitment to pluralism and the ability to lead approachable, sophisticated engagement around Jewish life and Israel.
• Leadership: Exemplary executive leadership with strong visionary and strategic skills. Expertise in leading conversations about Judaism and Israel in an approachable way.

What You’ll Receive:

• Salary: $125,000 – $155,000, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits: medical, dental & vision, 403(b) retirement plan, LTD, generous Vacation/Sick PTO, and paid parental leave.
• Professional Growth: Access to Hillel International’s premier leadership development, conferences, and regional networking.
• Relocation: Assistance is available for the right candidate.

A Very Brief Introduction to Claremont Hillel 

Until 1973, the Claremont Colleges had one Protestant chaplain. In that year, a Catholic Priest and a Jewish Rabbi were added to the McAlister Center for Religious Activities, a facility shared by the colleges. Ben (Haim) Beliak was appointed the first Jewish Chaplain, and Claremont Hillel was established at that time, with the Jewish Chaplain serving as the Hillel Director. Between 1973 and 2013, Claremont Hillel was managed in collaboration between the Claremont Consortium, the Los Angeles Hillel Council, and a board of local faculty and staff. While stable and nurturing, this format did not allow Hillel to grow like its peers at other mid-size private university campuses. In 2013, as a result of financial fallout from the recent economic recession, the Los Angeles Hillel Council disbanded, and the Los Angeles Jewish Federation terminated ongoing support for Claremont Hillel. At that point, the faculty board transformed itself into a 501 (c) (3) organization with fiduciary responsibilities. In 2021, with the help of Hillel International, we changed the faculty group to advisory and re-established the board with alums, parents, and friends. We split off from the chaplaincy so that we could grow our own staff and expand programming. In 2023, we hired Bethany Slater as our Executive Director, and by 2026, we had grown from one-half staff members to 3.5 staff members. Our budget has also grown accordingly. Finally, in 2025-2026, we purchased a home in Claremont for a Hillel House, the outcome of student needs after October 7.

An Even Briefer History of the Claremont Colleges

Given the rapid pace of growth in California, Pomona President James Blaisdell was at a crossroads after World War I: should he go the way of USC and Stanford, growing Pomona College (founded 1887) into a large university, or remain as a small college like those on the East Coast (Swarthmore, Amherst, Middlebury). Influenced by the Oxford system, President Blaisdell decided upon a federation of small colleges that would remain independent from one another but would share critical resources. In 1925, Pomona established Claremont Graduate University; Scripps came next in 1930; Claremont McKenna (1946), Harvey Mudd (1955), and Pitzer (1963) followed after WW 2. Finally, Keck Graduate Center was established in the 1990s. Because the colleges were started by one another and are on the same contiguous campus, the federation is unique in American higher education. The colleges cooperate on many different levels, and students can take courses anywhere, and even more rarely, they can eat in any campus dining room at any time, even though each college has its own independent food service contract. All student organizations are open to any Claremont student. In this way, the ED of Claremont Hillel will often feel like they are directing a mid-size private university Hillel, even though each college maintains its own identity and autonomy. 

Senior Director Campus Support (Multi-Campus) 

Hillel Ontario | Regional Team | Hybrid (Campus visits required)

Reports to: Senior Vice President

Start date: July 6, 2026

Hillel Ontario (Toronto, ON) is a recognized leader in the international Hillel movement, serving over 14,000 Jewish students across nine universities and amplifying vibrant Jewish campus life. We centralize organizational expertise so our campus professionals can focus on student engagement, leadership development, learning, and building meaningful community connections. Hillel embraces religious and political diversity, supporting a broad spectrum of identities through innovative programming, immersive experiences, and student leadership development. We empower the next generation of Jewish leaders to make an enduring impact on Jewish life, Israel, and the world.

About the Role

As Hillel Ontario continues to expand its impact across campuses, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sr. Director Campus Support (DCS) to empower our campus teams in achieving success & engagement goals. This role serves as a critical bridge between senior leadership and campus teams, ensuring alignment, clarity, and strong execution across the organization.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring regular in-person presence across multiple campuses to coach, support, and elevate team performance and overall impact. These campus visits will augment remote support and contact with students and campus staff alike.

This Sr. DCS will strengthen campus performance by establishing clear accountability, building team capacity, and providing the training, tools, and resources campus teams need to effectively advance organizational priorities—including scaling student engagement, leadership development, and advocacy initiatives toward our goal of reaching 10,000 students.

This opportunity is designed for a seasoned, high-energy leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about supporting frontline professionals and student leaders. You will play a key role in translating organizational vision into meaningful, on-the-ground impact, ensuring campus teams are empowered, aligned, and equipped to meet the evolving needs of Jewish students and the broader campus community.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Execution

• Partner with Senior Leadership to operationalize organizational priorities across campuses, ensuring alignment with the unique context of each campus.
• Translate high-level strategy into clear frameworks, goals, and plans that enable campus teams to execute effectively with clear success metrics. 
• Provide ongoing coaching and strategic support to campus professionals, helping them navigate challenges, prioritize effectively, and continuously improve their work.
• Ensure effective implementation of central frameworks across campus engagement areas, including education, wellness, and leadership development at the campus level. 
• Monitor, track, and report on implementation progress across campuses to drive consistency and accountability.
• Surface barriers to execution and work cross-functionally to resolve them.

Team Leadership & Development

• Provide hands-on, in-the-field coaching during regular campus visits.
• Translate organizational priorities into clear, actionable expectations and success metrics for campus teams.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor campus leads/directors across multiple campuses, providing onboarding, ongoing cohort support, and the training, resources, and guidance needed 
• Support campus staff in goal-setting, performance management, and professional growth, fostering leadership development and strengthening team capacity.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, wellbeing, and continuous improvement.

Campus Impact & Student Engagement

• Guide campus teams in designing and executing impactful, student-led programming in areas of advocacy, wellness, education, and leadership development.
• Encourage creativity, ownership, and diverse expressions of Jewish identity and community.
• Ensure alignment between organizational goals and campus-level engagement strategies.
• Maintain strong relationships with key student leaders to incorporate and amplify their perspective

Operations & Organizational Effectiveness

• Ensure strong operational discipline across campuses (planning, budgeting, reporting, CRM usage) to enable effective program delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
• Oversee campus-level data tracking and reporting.
• Coach campuses in building sustainable systems and workflows.
• Identify gaps and implement solutions that improve efficiency and impact.
• Standardize best practices across campuses while allowing for appropriate local nuance.

Crisis Leadership & Student Support

• Ensure staff feel supported and equipped to navigate complex situations
• Provide calm, steady leadership during moments of campus tension or crisis
• Coordinate with internal teams and campus partners to support student wellbeing and safety

Cross-Organizational Alignment

• Act as a key bridge between campus teams and central functional leaders to ensure alignment between campus execution and organizational strategy.
• Collaborate with the Chief Engagement & Innovation Officer and central team to support successful rollout of initiatives

Qualifications & Skills

• 7+ years of leadership experience in community engagement, campus work, nonprofit management, or a related field
• Deep understanding of Jewish campus life, Israel engagement, and current campus dynamics
• Demonstrated experience working with and developing emerging professionals, with the ability to coach, mentor, and support their growth
• Proven experience managing and developing remote high-performing teams
• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to execute and drive results
• Exceptional interpersonal and coaching skills
• Highly organized with strong project and time management skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Who You Are

• A relationship-builder who thrives on connecting with people 
• A thoughtful leader who builds trust while maintaining accountability
• Comfortable holding high standards and addressing underperformance directly
• Skilled at developing emerging leaders
• Able to build and reinforce scalable structures and processes
• Able to navigate and reinforce cross-functional priorities
• A positive, motivating presence with “roll-up-your-sleeves” energy, who brings strong “good vibes” to teams

Why Join Hillel Ontario

By joining our team, you will:

• Play a key role in shaping the future of Jewish campus life across Ontario
• Work within a collaborative, mission-driven, and innovative environment
• Support and develop talented professionals making real impact on the ground

Compensation & Benefits

• $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous vacation and Jewish holiday policy
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Relocation to Canada is supported, with visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates.