Executive Director

Temple Emanuel is the largest synagogue in Phoenix’s Southeast Valley. We are a thriving hub of communal life, and a proud member of the Union for Reform Judaism.

Temple Emanuel is hiring an Executive Director to lead its operations. The successful candidate will be a leader: professional, personable, experienced, and well organized. The ED will join both a team and a community of caring people, dedicated to the values of Reform Judaism and to supporting active Jewish life in our corner of the world. Our workplace is friendly and supportive.

Temple Emanuel is a community of 300+ families. Our focus centers on caring for congregants through all stages of life, Shabbat and Holy Day observance, and a bustling Religious School. A robust schedule of classes, programs and events fill our week and our building.  The Yad b’Yad Children’s Center also operates independently out of Temple Emanuel.

Temple Emanuel’s Executive Director is a member of the senior staff and reports to the President of the Board of Directors. The Executive Director supports the overall mission of the congregation through programming, facilities, finance, security, communication, administration, and logistics.

The Executive Director must be able to create and sustain systems, manage and support staff and volunteers, and possess excellent customer service skills. Our Executive Director will interface with counterparts at other local organizations, and will partner with our board to lead strategic initiatives. While we focus on daily operations, we’re looking to improve our organization and prepare our congregation for the Jewish future.

This role is primarily onsite, with some hybrid work possible; the right candidate will have the flexibility to coordinate a suitable schedule in collaboration with the Board President.

If you are looking to work for a significant Jewish institution in the beautiful Phoenix-area, please contact us.

This is a full-time job, with full benefits.

Salary: $75,000 - $95,000 /year

Benefits:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Long Term Disability Insurance

Paid Time off (vacation, sick, holidays)

Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree 
• 5 years’ experience in operations and project management, office management and staff supervision ( Non-profit or Temple admin experience preferred)
• Superior interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to work with staff, congregants, clergy, board Directors, tenants and vendors in a positive and professional manner, exercising confidentiality as appropriate
• Knowledge of, and appreciation for, Reform Jewish customs, traditions, rituals, and culture or a desire to learn is preferred
• Ability to articulate success in the primary areas of responsibilities and competencies outlined in this job posting
• Experience in overseeing facility management and maintenance
• Ability to prioritize competing needs and tasks
• Excellent Organizational Skills
• Fiscal responsibility 
• Excellent judgement, flexibility, and resourcefulness; forward-looking and deadline oriented. 
• Proficient with MS Office including Excel, PowerPoint
• Experience with customer relationship management and/or membership management software ( Shul cloud) and comfort learning new technology platforms
• Manage the public face of the Synagogue for the press and community when needed
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required for committee meetings and events