Operations Manager — New Center Launch

Hillel; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Generous vacation/sick time

Parental leave

Job summary

American University Hillel is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the organization’s transition into the new Trone Family Center and oversee essential operations, finance, and facilities functions. You will report to the Executive Director and collaborate across staff and students to build a welcoming, well-run space for Jewish student life.

This in-person role with occasional remote work reflects the campus calendar, with a January 2027 start and responsibilities that include payroll, vendor

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in operations, administration, nonprofit management, office management, or related fields.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience in financial management and bookkeeping, human resources, and/or facility management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, successfully managing multiple priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Administration: serve as first point of contact for inquiries and visitors; maintain calendars, meeting schedules, and facility reservations; manage all purchasing and coordinate with vendors; provide logistical support for staff and events; manage payroll and benefits administration; identify IT needs.
• Facility: manage transition into the new Trone Family Center, coordinate with university facilities and IT teams, and space optimization; oversee maintenance and safety; manage inventory; facilitate event setup and breakdown; ensure a welcoming campus space.
• Finance and Advancement: ensure income and expenditures are documented; manage accounts payable/receivable; liaise with bookkeeper/accountant; prepare reports for the Board; manage gift processing and donor relations; support fundraising events; maintain donor database.

Skills

Operations experience

Project management

Organizational skills

Communications

HR and payroll

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

QuickBooks

Job description

American University Hillel is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the organization’s transition into the new Trone Family Center and oversee essential operations, finance, and facilities functions. You will report to the Executive Director and collaborate across staff and students to build a welcoming, well-run space for Jewish student life.

This in-person role with occasional remote work reflects the campus calendar, with a January 2027 start and responsibilities that include payroll, vendor