Executive Director

Temple Beth-El of St Petersburg, FL Executive Director Job Posting

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I. Introduction

Temple Beth-El is a dynamic Reform Jewish congregation located in St. Petersburg, Florida. Serving our area since 1928, we have over 380-member units (families and individuals) and an annual budget of $1.

8 million. Our membership ranges from 4th and 5th generation members to families new to the Tampa Bay area. We are a joyous and welcoming congregation that includes multi-faith families, people of color, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Our progressive temple recognizes that the role of religious institutions is changing, and we strive to maintain relevance and connection for our members and the surrounding community.

We are looking for an energetic and compassionate Temple Executive Director who is ready to hit the ground running as an integral part of our leadership team.

The candidate must possess excellent communication and collaborative skills to build strong relationships with the Rabbi, Director of Teen and Youth Engagement, Early Childhood Center Director, office staff, maintenance staff and lay leadership.

II. Duties

The Executive Director has supervisory responsibility for all administrative, financial, early childhood center, office and building maintenance functions and is the key point of contact for members and prospective members.

The Executive Director reports to the President and Officers of the Board.

A. Operations

The Executive Director enables Temple Beth-El to fulfill its mission by overseeing day-to-day activities and providing the lay and staff teams with guidance regarding efficiency and cost-effective methods to maximize resources.

The Executive Director will work closely with the Board President to implement approved policies and procedures.

• Finance Supervise the financial operations of Temple Beth-El and advise on financial implications of strategic decisions :
• In conjunction with the Director of Early Childhood Center oversee preparation of budget for Early Childhood Center (ECC) and monitor expenses and revenues.
• Ensure proper recording of financial transactions, report financial results, and administer cash management.
• Prepare, fully understand and administer the annual operating budget in consultation with the Treasurer and Budget and Finance Committee.
• Work with staff and external consultants to develop and present financial reports and analyses for monthly Budget & Finance committee meetings and Board of Directors meetings.
• Support all staff in the management of their respective department
• Manage named funds, endowment funds, property, casualty, workers compensation and health insurance, and payroll.

Facilities Manage the day-to-day operations of the Temple Beth-El campus, including risk assessment, security, safety, IT and maintenance, and monitoring "set-ups" for use of Temple facilities for all programming, services and rentals.

Calendar Coordinate and manage the Temple calendar which reflects the full programmatic, educational, religious and ceremonial activities of the Temple.

Database Management Manage the Temple’s database, ensuring maximum accuracy and efficiency in the use of the system to support the administrative and program team.

Staff Supervision and Oversight Supervise Director of Early Childhood Center, communications, marketing and engagement, bookkeeping, and maintenance staffs.

B. Marketing, Communications and Engagement

The Executive Director has responsibility (directly, or indirectly through supervision of the Communications and Engagement Coordinator) for informing the congregation, specific targeted populations, and the non-affiliated community about the full range of educational, religious, social and innovative programming and activities of the Temple.

This includes responsibility for the development of marketing and advertising strategies reflecting market trends and marketing impact.

C. Human Resources Management

• Manage human resources by recruiting, hiring, training, orienting, and coaching administrative and maintenance staff.
• Oversee all staff administration processes, including payroll, employment processing, compensation, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management, safety and health, employee relations and retention, and Equal Employment Opportunity compliance.
• Assist with all personnel matters, including management of personnel policies and supporting department heads when dealing with personnel issues.
• Provide transparency for employee grievances, ensuring Temple’s compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.

D. Membership Recruitment, Integration and Retention

• With the Membership Committee, develop and implement strategies for the processing of welcoming and integrating new members, as well as managing member retention.
• Provide initial contact with prospective and new members, offering information on services, programs, and membership commitment structure.

Capture and maintain accurate membership records (with the help of the entire staff) which reflect all pertinent data as to individuals and families.

• Assist in planning strategies for growth and membership.
• Manage all member commitments (the process, the conversations, and the record-keeping).

E. Development / Ways & Means

• Support, collaborate and supervise efforts to raise funds on a short-term basis, adhering to the policies and processes established by leadership.
• Support planned giving, developing long-term relationships, cultivating, educating and stewarding human and other funding resources and long-term tracking of progress toward development goals.
• Partner in the creation of large-scale capital campaigns and coordinate the implementation of the capital projects.
• Research potential grant opportunities, develop grant proposals and maintain existing grants.

F. Governance and Board Support

• Strategic Planning : Work with the Board and Rabbi to refine and implement Temple’s strategic plan.
• Leadership Development and Volunteerism : Support the recruitment and ongoing training & development of a diverse and balanced pool of potential lay leaders and volunteers for the Temple, including formal leadership development programs as well as continuing training and education for existing leaders.
• Governance : Maintain Temple policies and procedures and all business.
• Board Meetings : Prepare monthly Board agenda in consultation with the Board.

III. Qualifications and Attributes

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a membership-focused environment in the non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated success in financial, operational, facility and administrative management.
• Collaborative supervisory management and leadership.
• Familiarity with Reform Judaism and its rituals, customs, and holiday celebrations or a willingness to learn.
• Outstanding ability to communicate sensitively and diplomatically with all internal and external constituents.
• Must be detail oriented and well versed in multi-tasking.
• Competence in and ability to ensure that staff and the Temple stay up to date with the latest technology and tools. Knowledgeable in office management programs, financial analysis and budgeting tools, website, and social media.

IV. Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time salaried on-site position offering employer paid health insurance option, optional dental insurance and vision insurance, pension plan, paid time off, family leave, congregation membership, reduction in preschool and religious school tuition if applicable, professional membership dues and related conference expense reimbursement and professional development.

Salary : $90,000-$100,000, compensation is commensurate with experience.

Please send resumes and correspondence to Jason Palmer, Temple Beth-El Vice President of Membership and Engagement, [email protected].

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