Student Engagement and Programming Coordinator

Emory Hillel

Role Overview

Make your mark on Jewish student life by joining Emory Hillel as the Student Engagement and Programming Coordinator. You will drive Hillel forward by thinking big, empowering students, and creating a warm and inclusive environment for Jewish life on campus. As you lead people and programs, you’ll help every Jewish student on campus connect to cultural, spiritual, and educational programs at Hillel and on campus. You will join a small and mighty team of staff and student interns with a focus on creating a home away from home for the Jewish population of Emory.

The right person for this job isn't afraid to strike up a conversation with anyone and everyone. You're someone who loves to chat about your favorite music, book, or show, but is also comfortable in deeper conversations about Judaism and the State of Israel. You're creative and love to brainstorm and are ready to help take students’ ideas and turn them into reality. You know how to stay on top of competing tasks and how to prioritize your time.  Most of all, you’ll be the rock that students lean on for leadership development, the foundation on which Emory Hillel is built.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise the Springboard fellow so that they learn and grow in their engagement prowess
• Mentor student leaders in their leadership growth through one-on-one meetings and group settings
• Implement a strategic program planning model for engagement that incorporates Emory students of all class years (including graduate students)
• Work cooperatively/collaboratively with segments of the student leadership (such as Tikkun Olam, Greek life, Keshet, etc.) to build positive on-going relationships with students
• Lead marketing, social media, and content for website; maintain participant tracking database
• Direct the student leadership, programming, and engagement budgets

On a day to day basis you will

• Oversee, advise, and partner with student leaders and other student volunteers to design and implement programming of interest to support wellness, campus life, social impact, social connectivity, Jewish learning, and more.  This includes weekly Schmooze and Schmear (bagel breaks) on campus every Thursday
• Help craft and implement the annual cycle of Jewish holiday and Shabbat programming with the student board team.
• Facilitate learning cohorts with provided materials and has experience with programming through a Jewish lens.

*Please note: Due to the nature of Jewish student life, during the semesters this position will require several nights/weekends, including for Shabbat and holidays.

Who You Are

• An engager who loves to work a crowded room, seeking new people to connect with
• Someone who is eager to have students chat in their office on a regular basis and who knows how to balance work and play in the same space
• Someone who can create amazing, fulfilling programs and teach others how to plan effectively

What You’ve Accomplished

• 1-3 years professional experience in Jewish, experiential or higher education.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree is a plus.
• Proven success:
• Building pluralistic Jewish communities and creating a welcoming, vibrant, and deeply enriching Jewish environment
• Inspiring, mentoring and motivating college age students through traditional, but also experiential education
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality across all areas

What You’ll Bring to the Job

• A passion for working with emerging adults and investing in their growth as Jewish leaders.
• A hands-on attitude and willingness to execute programming at all levels.
• A commitment to pluralism and understanding of Jewish identity so you may act as a role model and mentor for emerging Jewish adults.
• Ownership of your unique knowledge, knowledge of Judaism, experiences and ability to inspire others to be on their own Jewish journey.
• Comfort working independently and collaboratively.
• Strong written and verbal skills, effective at communicating with a variety of stakeholders including students, parents, alumni, and university partners.
• Working knowledge of database management, general office suite products, and social media platforms.

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive salary in the nonprofit marketplace. The salary range for this role is $55,000 - $68,000
• A benefits package, including health insurance reimbursement and retirement matching opportunities.
• A flexible work schedule with generous vacation and sick leave
• Great professional development, mentoring, and skill building opportunities