Part-Time Executive Director, Chicago Board of Rabbis

The Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago is seeking a part-time Executive Vice President to lead the Chicago Board of Rabbis (CBR) under the supervision of the CBR Executive Committee and President. The role requires 15 hours per week with at least one day in the office weekly; the in-office schedule will be reviewed after 90 days.

Salary range: $40,000–$45,000. Responsibilities include policy setting, program implementation, and coordination with CBR leaders; oversight of office

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of congregational experience or its equivalent.
• Meets the membership requirement of the CBR.
• Experience working within a strong organizational structure.
• Experience in interreligious activities, program development, and working with a Board of lay leaders.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills, including public speaking.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Chicago Board of Rabbis (CBR) under the supervision of the CBR’s Executive Committee and President.
• Set policy and implement programs as a trusted colleague to CBR members.
• Communicate regularly with the CBR President and Executive Committee; participate in weekly calls and monthly meetings.
• Oversee the CBR office, administration, and communications, including newsletters and email requests.
• Manage rabbis who provide weekend services at the Great Lakes Naval Base, including rotation scheduling and volunteer training.
• Participate in CRLMC, JCRC, and Catholic–Jewish Dialogue activities; attend meetings.
• Develop annual report including budget, data reports, and narrative summary for JUF.
• Serve as a reference for community members seeking rabbinic and synagogue services.
• Supervise the part-time Administrative Aide (10 hours/week).

Skills

Congregational experience

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written and oral communication

Pluralistic orientation

Familiarity with Chicago Jewish社区

Microsoft Office

Board governance

Education

Membership in the Chicago Board of Rabbis (CBR)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago is seeking a part-time Executive Vice President to lead the Chicago Board of Rabbis (CBR) under the supervision of the CBR Executive Committee and President. The role requires 15 hours per week with at least one day in the office weekly; the in-office schedule will be reviewed after 90 days.

Salary range: $40,000–$45,000. Responsibilities include policy setting, program implementation, and coordination with CBR leaders; oversight of office