TBA Employment Opportunities
Come Work with Us
When you begin your career at Temple B’nai Abraham, you become part of the rich history–and the future–of our congregation, which has served and led the local community for more than 170 years. While rooted in our legacy, Temple B’nai Abraham is also fueled by a sense of purpose, justice, and innovation to invigorate Jewish life today.
Temple B’nai Abraham, a 501(c)(3) religious organization, employs full-time and part-time staff who support the values and principles of the synagogue. If you are committed to advancing Jewish life and helping others to embrace their heritage, consider joining our staff. Career opportunities for Jewish educators, preschool teachers, administrative and facilities are listed as they become available.
Clergy Assistant
Overview:
The Clergy Assistant provides essential administrative support to the clergy team and assists with the smooth operation of the synagogue's religious and spiritual activities. This role requires a high degree of organization, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
Position Type: Part-Time (25-30 hours a week)
Reports To: Senior Rabbi/Executive Director
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the clergy in their administrative needs including but not limited to calendar maintenance, and scheduling, and confirming appointments.
- Manage general clergy emails, mail and phone calls while operating with timeliness, sensitivity, and discretion.
- Communicate with and support families as they schedule life cycle events.
- Support clergy with needs surrounding b’nai mitzvah preparations such as scheduling meetings and preparing materials.
- Coordinate and print shabbat announcements and programs.
- Coordinate usher scheduling, weekly yahrzeit materials, and mailings.
- Support High Holy Day and any other holiday needs of the clergy department.
- Manage expense reimbursements and discretionary fund filing for clergy team.
- Support clergy in administrative needs for day-to-day tasks (e.g. teachings materials) and special events (e.g. reservations and minor logistics for hosting congregants)
Qualifications:
- Proven administrative/executive assistant or secretarial experience.
- Proficiency with office software (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, etc.) and database management (experience with synagogue software like ShulCloud is a plus).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a compassionate, discreet demeanor for handling sensitive phone calls and confidential information.
- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a busy team environment.
- Familiarity with Jewish customs, holidays, Hebrew, and synagogue life is a plus but not a requirement.
- Benefits include: health, vision and dental insurance, paid time off
Salary: $45,000
Hours: 25-27 hours a week, M, T, W, F
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to tbainfo@tbanj.org and include Clergy Assistant in the Subject Line.
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