Executive Director - Asheville, NC

Union for Reform Judaism; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Congregation Beth HaTephila is seeking an Executive Director who can lead a diverse, growing congregation with a strong team of clergy and lay leaders. The role requires strategic oversight, fiscal discipline, and the ability to collaborate across programs and committees to sustain growth in a dynamic community.

The Executive Director will manage all program areas, including fiscal, operational, security, community relations, and board relations, while maintaining a flexible schedule that may

Qualifications

• Experience directing/leading staff in a Jewish organization is preferred.
• General big-picture financial knowledge and understanding of GL are important.
• Ability to take ownership, be a self-starter, and work both independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fiscal management and budget planning for the congregation.
• Oversee operational functions to ensure smooth day-to-day running of the temple.
• Direct program development and community relations to support growth and engagement.
• Provide leadership on security and risk management.
• Engage with the board and foster strong board relations.

Skills

Staff leadership

Strategic thinking

Self-directed

Team collaboration

Financial oversight

Tools

QuickBooks

Shul Cloud

Job description

Congregation Beth HaTephila is a diverse, inclusive growing organization of over 300 families. We have an amazingly active group of committees and auxiliaries and consequently have an ongoing packed calendar full of educational, community-building, and religious events. We also have a dynamic and growing Sunday/religious school with over 200 students. Our Rabbi is a dynamic, warm, and engaging spiritual leader who has been with us for 18 years and has a "lifetime" contract. Our lay leaders, clergy, and staff enjoy a warm and collaborative partnership. Our operating budget is quite healthy, supported in part by over $5M in ongoing endowments. We are seeking an Executive Director that is excited about helping our temple continue to grow, and someone who can embody our mission, vision, and values.

Asheville is set in the glorious Blue Ridge Mountains of Western NC. The three-county metropolitan area boasts a population of about 500K people. There are several colleges and universities in the metro area, and the city schools boast a strong regional performance in graduation rates compared to statewide averages. Asheville is also famous for its vibrant arts community, stunning mountain scenery, and its "independent spirit."Asheville also enjoys a four-seasons climate with about 3/4 of the year having sunny or party sunny days, mild winters, and moderate summers.

If you have previous experience directing/leading staff in Jewish organization (synagogue experience preferred), general big-picture financial knowledge, and understanding of GL, this could be your opportunity to help our thriving congregation continue its exciting growth trajectory. You will work in an engaging and extremely inclusive community with very supportive clergy and lay leadership.

The ideal candidate must have the ability to take ownership and be a self-directed self-starter, be a strategic thinker, and have the ability to work independently while also collaborating as part of a team. With responsibility for all program areas, the Director will execute all areas of need for the organization including management in the following areas:

• Fiscal
• Operational
• Program Development
• Security
• Community Relations
• Board Relations

Experience with Quick Books and Shul Cloud desirable. Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends. Supervision for a staff of four.

43 N Liberty St
Asheville , NC 28801-1822
United States