Employee Status: Part-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Director of Congregational Engagement and Programming
Schedule: 10-15 hours per week, flexible schedule required including some weekends
Salary/Benefits: $25-28 per hour; access to 403b plan (no employer contributions)
About Us
Temple Rodef Shalom is a Reform Jewish congregation located in the Northern Virginia suburbs just outside Washington, DC. Since our founding in 1962, we have grown into the largest Jewish congregation in Virginia, serving over 1,700 households.
Position Overview
The Young Family Engagement Associate will lead our engagement efforts for families as they prepare to welcome a child, through birth and into the early toddler years (up to age 2). He/She/They will build relationships with families in this cohort by developing programming to enhance our current offerings, improving our marketing efforts and serving as a key connector for families in our community.
Responsibilities
Relationships
- Serve as front-facing point person for members and prospective members in this demographic.
- Have 1:1 meetings with members/prospective members in this demographic to build relationships, engage them in programming and connect them with peers.
- Share news about an expectant or growing family (birth or adoption) with our clergy team, Sisterhood and ECC, and track information in our database.
- Work cross-functionally (with the clergy, engagement, membership and ECC) to elevate this work.
Programming
- Identify gaps in our current offerings and develop new and relevant programs (examples include but are not limited to: expectant parent gatherings, birth preparation classes, infertility or adoption resources, infant CPR, etc.).
- Staff our new “Rise and Shine” Shabbat morning program and other events developed through this initiative.
- Coordinate logistics, including food, space reservations, decorations, and vendor arrangements.
- Assist with staffing our monthly Tot Shabbat and Bubbles and Babies outreach programs.
Strategy and Administration
- Manage recruitment efforts for our New Moms Group, in partnership with ECC staff.
- Market and publicize Young Family events and programs on relevant social media platforms and groups.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with organizations and professionals for potential collaborations.
Core Competencies
You demonstrate the following qualities, which are essential for success:
- Relate well to people of all ages and backgrounds, building effective and meaningful relationships.
- Have excellent written communication skills and high attention to detail.
- Are self-motivated, proactive, comfortable working independently, thinking critically and taking initiative.
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment, able to multi-task and keep track of multiple work streams.
- Maintain a positive attitude in a high-expectation culture.
- Proficient working in Microsoft Office and using a range of software including Zoom and Groups.io.
- Have basic knowledge of Jewish traditions and calendar or have a strong desire and aptitude to learn.
- A passion for early childhood education and community engagement.
Education and Experience
- 2-3 years customer service, program management or related work experience.
- Experience with parenting programs or families with young children preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for 2-3 hours at a time.
- Ability to staff programs and events that require periods of mingling/interacting with people.
Temple Rodef Shalom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an accepting and inclusive environment for all employees. The Temple does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
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