Administrative Assistant- Riverdale (Bronx), NY

About the RJC:

We are a vibrant Modern Orthodox congregation and community in Riverdale (Bronx), NY with a membership of approximately 400 member units, spanning a wide range of demographics. We have a long-standing history of connecting to the State of Israel, excellent youth programming, a robust adult education programming. We are an institution at the center of the Jewish community to which people are drawn for religious, cultural, educational, social and recreational activities.

Position:

We are seeking a highly motivated, personable, tech-savvy and detail-oriented individual to become our Administrative Assistant. The Administrative Assistant will work closely with our Executive Director and Rabbi to manage the daily operations of the synagogue. A successful candidate must be a well-organized, customer service-oriented person who can work well with a team to communicate easily with others to help create and maintain a secure, welcoming synagogue environment in which congregants feel their religious, social, and communal needs are being addressed in a positive and proactive manner.

Responsibilities:

• Managing Shul Communications; the Administrative Assistant shall be responsible for keeping all contact information on our email list serv current/accurate. The Administrative Assistant shall work with the ED preparing official shul

• Weekly bulletin; working closely with the Executive Director, the Administrative Assistant shall assemble and produce the shul’s weekly

• Calendar Management; the Administrative Assistant shall be responsible for maintaining the maintenance and shul-booking This includes managing the maintenance staff schedule, Simcha requests, setting up agreements/payments with all renting parties, and ensuring catering vendors meet with all shul policies/procedures.

• Website and Social Media; the Administrative Assistant shall work with the ED to keep the shul website The Administrative Assistant shall also oversee the shul’s Facebook account and develop other areas in which the shul should maintain an online presence (such as Riverdale Moms, etc.)

• Graphic Design & Marketing; the Administrative Assistant shall work with the ED to prepare posters, flyers and ads for physical and online presence, as well as promotion and marketing of programs on social media

• Administrative needs: as needed, the Administrative Assistant shall be responsible for various, reasonable administrative tasks.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience preferred.
• Understanding of Jewish rituals, life cycle events, holidays & customs
• Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, perform efficiently in a fast-paced environment and can communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• A high level of computer skills, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Canva; experience with ShulCloud, a membership management system, is a plus
• Ability to assist clergy, professionals, and lay personnel in meeting important deadlines

Salary Range: $65,000 - $85,000 - Commensurate with experience

Please submit your application to: Administrative Assistant – Riverdale (Bronx), NY | Joel Paul Group