Youth Engagement Associate

Beth El Synagogue; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Beth El Synagogue in Minnesota seeks a part-time Youth Engagement Associate to support our Youth Department both administratively and in front-line roles. The position is based in St.

Louis Park, with in-person hours and some remote hours available, totaling about 8–10 hours weekly. You will help manage calendars, registrations, rosters, and event setup, while supervising participants and coordinating communications among youth, families, faculty, and staff.

Qualifications

• Highly organized, able to work collaboratively and independently.
• Ability to lift 30-40 lbs.
• Experience working with youth in education or youth settings (camp, school, youth group).
• Proficient with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain department logistics and operations (calendars, registrations, rosters, etc).
• Supervise and support youth during events/gatherings/programs.
• Support communications across the department between youth, families, faculty, and staff.
• Assist with event setup, materials, and spaces.

Skills

Organized

Lifting 30-40 lbs

Youth/education experience

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Job description

Overview

Title: Youth Engagement Associate

Location: This position is based in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, with required in-person hours. Some remote hours are possible.

About Beth El

Beth El Synagogue is a dynamic Jewish community that inspires members of all ages to embrace Torah, Avodah, and G’milut Chesed. We are a Conservative, Egalitarian synagogue.

About Beth El’s Youth Department

Beth El’s Youth Department engages hundreds of young people, from newborns and their families to high school seniors - and everyone in between!

Opportunities to participate in and learn about Jewish life abound for youth of all ages. Regular, formal programming begins at 2 years-old with weekly Childcare on Shabbat mornings. It continues with BESTY, our Shabbat morning camp-style program for elementary schoolers. After our students become B’Mitzvah, they engage in one or more of our teen programs - in particular our youth group, BERUSY.

About the Youth Engagement Associate

Beth El’s first-ever Youth Engagement Associate is both a behind-the-scenes and front-facing role, serving roughly 50% of their time in each way. They support the Director and the operations of the Youth Department in administrative and congregant-facing ways.

Core Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain department logistics and operations (calendars, registrations, rosters, etc)
• Supervise and support young people during events/gatherings/programs
• Support communications across the department between young people, families, faculty, and staff
• Support department events/gatherings/programs (communicate with staff, gather materials, set up spaces, etc)
• Otherwise assist Youth Department staff and faculty in their work with young people

Requirements and Relevant Experience

You will be a qualified candidate and an excellent fit if you…

• Are highly-organized, driven, and able to work collaboratively and independently
• Can lift 30-40 lbs
• Enjoy working with young people of all ages
• Have spent some years working in education and/or youthwork spaces (camp, school, youth group)
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with young people
• Understand Jewish communal life (culture, education, holiday/lifecycle)
• Work comfortably with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365

Hours: ~8-10 hours per week

• Saturday mornings, 8:30am - 12:00pm (in-person)
• Some Tuesday evenings, 6:30pm - 9:00pm (in-person)
• Occasional other weeknights and weekend evenings (in-person)
• Administrative hours to be determined (in-person to start)

Salary and Terms

• Part-Time, Year-Round, Non-Exempt
• $20 - $25 / hour, based on experience

Reporting Structure

The Youth Engagement Associate reports to the Director of Youth Engagement. It is a crucial support role, not a supervisory role.

Work Environment

Beth El Synagogue is committed to a culture that believes in work-life balance. Our professional team works collaboratively and supports one another in a positive work environment. We strive to create a supportive schedule in partnership that honors your personal needs and your professional responsibilities.

To Apply

Please send your résumé and a cover letter to [e-mail]. Our application period will close on July 31, 2026.