Jewish Life Program Director at Washington and Lee University
Jewish Life Program Director at Washington and Lee University
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Applications submitted through the Hillel International website will NOT be considered. To apply please submit your application through the Washington and Lee University website linkedHERE.
Jewish Life Program Director
Washington and Lee University
Role Overview
Washington and Lee University (W&L) seeks a passionate energetic and creative professional to serve as the Jewish Life Program Director. This role offers a dynamic and meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact on Jewish student life on campus while fostering connections within the broader university community.
As a member of the Student Affairs professional staff the Jewish Life Program Director is responsible for engaging Jewish students in Jewish life on campus and integrating Jewish student life into the overall campus experience. Responsibilities include advising and engaging Jewish students in their activities developing and supporting programming to enhance the Jewish student experience overseeing the Hillel House and managing financial resources. The position reports to the Dean for Diversity Inclusion and Student Engagement and also works closely with the Hillel House Advisory Board.
The Jewish Life Program Director will develop partnerships with various departments across campus and within the greater community. Among the many excellent employee benefits W&L offers generous professional development opportunities including tuition assistance for eligible employees to seek additional education that supports their work.
W&L is in Lexington Virginia. Nestled in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley Lexington is frequently listed as a best small town and has something for everyone. This picturesque location is overflowing with opportunities for outdoor recreation and a short drive to the cities of Roanoke Harrisonburg and Charlottesville.
W&L is one of the oldest and most distinguished liberal arts institutions in the country. The universitys curriculum reflects an abiding spirit of innovation and public service and the courage to be different within higher education. We are distinguished from other top liberal arts colleges in virtue of having an accredited undergraduate school of commerce and a venerable law school.
W&L is a welcoming friendly and mutually supportive community. Our students faculty and staff prize the trusting respectful and civil environment on our campus. We are united by our mission diverse in our thinking perspectives and interests and devoted to each other and to W&L.
Visit jobs.wlu to learn more about working at W&L our benefits community and living in the area.
Essential Functions
Creates an inclusive and pluralistic Jewish community on campus that is welcoming to all. Engages students in Hillel programming and collaborates with members of the Student Affairs Division to provide programming that supports the education and development of students.
Ensures that programming and activities follow the policies mission values and goals of Washington and Lee Hillel Washington and Lee University and Hillel International.
Encourages visibility and awareness of Jewish life on campus. Builds relationships with Jewish students faculty staff alumni parents community members foundations Federations and others who support Jewish Life at W&L.
Inspires student leaders to develop and execute dynamic Jewish programming that meets the needs of todays college students.
Facilitates leadership of religious services and observances of Jewish holidays for students faculty and staff and the Lexington Jewish community. Secures religious expertise for high holiday services and student facilitation of Shabbat services.
Develops and delivers a multiplatform communications strategy to engage all stakeholders. Supports student leaders and staff in the creation and delivery of communications materials.
Works collaboratively with the Dean to oversee annual budget. Responsible for building operations including room reservations and maintenance requests.
Manages student engagement database driving datainformed decisions in all areas of Hillel including program and budget.
Supervises Hillel work study student staff including an engagement intern team.
Offers support partnership and interaction points for the Hillel Advisory Board and University Advancement on fundraising and stewardship initiatives.
Collaborates with Admissions recruiting initiatives upon request.
Maintains strong relationships with campus ministers to encourage interfaith dialogue and programming.
Cultivates network of Jewish Life professionals in academia and the surrounding community.
Other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree required. Advanced degree in Jewish Studies or Jewish Community Leadership or related experience preferred.
Strong leadership skills excellent written and oral communications skills are essential.
Understanding of university culture; experience in a liberal arts environment or small campus is desirable.
Must be available to work flexible hours and some weekends particularly in support of events and services.
Confidence in organizing events or group programs and a willingness to ask questions.
Strong interpersonal skills including an ability to connect with a wide range of students.
Excellent organizational skills including strong attention to detail.
Determination resourcefulness kindness humor flexibility and drive to excellence.
A team mindset and desire to collaborate.
Creative problem solving.
Passion for Jewish life.
Application Instructions
The search committee will review applications beginning February 28 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Please upload a resume and cover letter in your application. You will be asked to provide names and contact information for three professional references.
Application instructions and information about Washington and Lee University can be located at jobs.wlu.
Physical Requirements
Fingering: Picking pinching typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling.
Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists hands and/or fingers.
Working Conditions
The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Type of Work
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Position Type
Exempt Full Time Benefit Eligible
Minimum Pay
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 nearly 1000 colleges and universities across North America and around the world. As Hillel evolves as an organization the mission remains steadfast: to create lasting connections with every Jewish student that foster an enduring commitment to Jewish life learning and Israel and train them to become the next Jewish leaders.
Hillel is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an accepting and inclusive environment for all.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
