Are you looking for a mission-driven non-profit where your skills can help people in need around the world? At the Jewish United Fund (JUF), we take pride in our mission and in having a work culture that fosters a sense of belonging and feels rewarding, supportive, and inclusive. We have a hybrid schedule and offer generous benefits including a 401(k) match, 22 days of paid time off, 11 sick days, and up to 21 paid holidays. The salary range for this role is $150,000-$165,000.
About the Role
Over the past year, JUF, in partnership with a leading Chicago family foundation, led a comprehensive planning effort focused on the future of the Chicago Jewish community. Through engagement with local and national stakeholders and subject matter experts, this work resulted in a 10-year plan that includes recommendations across five core areas to drive long-term impact.
Reporting to the Chief Impact Officer, the Senior Associate VP, Community Planning Initiatives will play a key role in bringing this vision to life by serving as a project manager and directing the implementation and rollout of this community initiative. In close partnership with the Senior Associate VP, Strategic Philanthropy, this role will align execution with fundraising efforts and collaborate across internal JUF teams as well as external community partners. This is a 2-year term position, with the possibility of extension contingent on future available funding.
What you’ll be doing:
Overall Project ManagementOversee day-to-day project management for the initiative, including overall project execution, timeline management, and delivery of key milestones and goals.Direct cross-departmental/organizational working teams in development of 10-year work plans for new initiatives. This work will include refining recommendations, defining goals, and identifying resources and additional research needed for implementation.In partnership with Evaluation colleagues, track progress and outcomes against implementation plans.Work in close partnership with Senior Associate VP, Strategic Philanthropy to develop and implement overall project timeline for when and how much funding needs to be available for each initiative.Maintain a central project information repository to ensure new content, data/research, and meeting documentation are appropriately incorporated into planning.Manage contracts with any outside contractors or contributors.Internal stakeholder management (JUF)Lead overall internal project management including working with senior leaders from internal departments (including marketing and communications, evaluation, grants, programming, operations, and campaign) to identify department-specific workplans, ensure alignment, manage communications, and meet deadlines.Prepare regular progress updates to JUF senior professional and volunteer leaders, and support discussions on progress toward goals.In collaboration with the Senior Associate VP, Strategic Philanthropy, partner with the Chief Impact Officer and Chief Development Officer on the development and dissemination of project impact reports.In collaboration with the Senior Associate VP, Strategic Philanthropy and senior accounting and CRM colleagues, support the tracking of funding and budgeting for each initiative against projections. Communicate status to appropriate stakeholders.Support in the development and execution of internal and external communication plans to ensure consistent sharing on progress, outcomes, and upcoming decisions; partner with Marketing and Communications and the Senior Associate VP, Strategic Philanthropy to create and distribute stakeholder updates, talking points, and marketing content for both internal and external audiences.External stakeholders (funders, community partners, committees)Co-lead integrated working teams with members of JUF and external partners, as they develop and begin implementing 10-year work plans for newServe as a point of contact for community-based organizations and external collaborators.Prepare and provide project status updates during weekly in person Working Team and quarterly Steering Committee meetings with external stakeholders, occasionally at offsite locations.Track and manage next steps across all JUF-led initiatives in conjunction with external partners to keep work moving forward.Partner with the Project Steering Committee to develop a rollout plan for external audiences.What you need to succeed:
Minimum 7 years’ experience in project management, management consulting, and/or strategic initiative implementation; minimum 15 years’ professional experience with increasing responsibilitiesDemonstrated experience leading large-scale, multi-year strategic initiatives involving multiple organizational stakeholdersProven experience developing and implementing complex workplans with measurable milestones, deliverables, and accountability structure,Experience developing and managing project budgets and tracking expendituresPrevious work experience in the Jewish community preferredKnowledge of Jewish community, culture, heritage, traditions, and Jewish Communal Services preferredExperience preparing and facilitating executive-level presentations and progress reportsExcellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills with spectacular relationship building/maintaining skillsAbility to work independently as well as collaboratively with multiple stakeholders (colleagues, donors, community organizations)Ability to prioritize tasks, balance multiple assignments, and meet deadlinesProficient in all Microsoft Office Suite of ProductsUse discretion and independent judgement in performing all aspects of the positionPMP certification preferredWhat you’ll love about us:
At JUF, you can be part of one of the largest non-profit social welfare institutions in Illinois. We provide food, refuge, healthcare, education, emergency assistance, and essential services to 500,000 Chicagoans of all faiths and millions of Jews around the world. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with base contribution and match, additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, paid family leave, and much more.
Our Hybrid Schedule:
We have a hybrid work policy to allow staff the flexibility to work from home / remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Tuesdays-Thursdays, the standard work location is 30 South Wells Street in Chicago, and staff are expected to work in person. We have a 36.5 hour work week, not a 40 hour work week. Our work hours are 8:30am-5pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am-4pm Friday with a daily 1 hour lunch break.
Read LessWhat You’ll Be Doing:
Under direct supervision of the Building Manager, in accordance with prescribed procedures and established cleanliness standards, this role provides specified janitorial service to maintain the cleanliness, safety and attractiveness of the facility while ensuring safety and well-being.
Essential job functions:
Clean all and maintain designated areas of buildings including but not limited to routine mopping and sweeping of floors.All garbage and trash cans should be emptied on daily basis.Assist with picking up trash on grounds to maintain a clean and orderly appearance.Make certain the workplace does not have any potential accidents waiting to happen like presence of loose pieces of carpet or liquid spills that may develop as a fall hazard.Vacuum all assigned carpeted areas.Wipe down and disinfect furniture including desks, tables, and chairs.Disinfect doorknobs and handles throughout designated areas.Responsible for regular cleaning and disinfecting toilets and urinals.Urinals and toilets must be kept clean including seats and toilets.Wipe down, clean, and disinfect partitions and door handlesMirrors must be thoroughly washed, sinks should be cleaned, and floors should always be swept and mopped.Trash cans should be emptied on daily basisRestock and supply bathrooms with toilet paper, tissues, and other toiletries.Inspect for burnt light bulbs and notify maintenance to replace them.Clean and polish all stainless-steel dispensersWhat you bring to the job:
Good time management and work with little supervision.Aware of the correct use of cleaning equipment (i.e. vacuum cleaners, washing machines, dryers, pressure washer).Update supervisor on supplies inventory replenishment.Must be attentive to surroundings, identifying problems and notify supervisor after serious problems develop.Must be dependable and consistent in performance.Housekeeping’s constant tasks require a good physical condition because the work is prone to back strain and injury.Requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Ability to safely operate and properly control and maintain industrial cleaning equipment; properly identify, understand, and use housekeeping chemical products; safely move between floors and offices; execute written documents and records; lift heavy objects (up to 100 lbs.) occasionally, and lighter objects (up to 40 lbs.) frequently; good visual acuity; good communication.Work overtime as needed, and all other duties as requested by management.Job Location: Chicago, IL
Job Category: Union Required
Job Qualifications:
High school graduate.Building maintenance experience required.Shift Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Compensation: $19.46/Hour
What you’ll love about us:
At JUF, you can be part of one of the largest non-profit social welfare institutions in Illinois. We provide food, refuge, healthcare, education, emergency assistance, and essential services to 500,000 Chicagoans of all faiths and millions of Jews around the world. We take pride in our mission and in having a work culture that fosters a sense of belonging and feels rewarding, supportive, and inclusive.
Benefits: We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with base contribution and match, additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, sick days, and up to 21 paid holidays.
Read LessWhat you will be responsible for:
The part-time Executive Vice President will lead the Chicago Board of Rabbis (CBR) under the supervision of the CBR’s Executive Committee and CBR’s President. This role, as well as the part-time CBR Administrative Aide, is under the guidance of the Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago (JUF). Please note that the Chicago Board of Rabbis is a separate 501(c)(3).
This role will work 15 hours per week, including at least one day in the office per week. The in office schedule will be reviewed after 90 days. The salary range for this role is $40,000-$45,000.
What you will be doing:
Work with the Officers and Executive Committee of the CBR to set policy and implement programs and serve as a trusted colleague available to be consulted by CBR members.Communicate regularly with CBR President and Executive Committee, including weekly calls with the President and monthly committee meetings.Oversee the office, administration, and communications of the CBR, including a biweekly newsletter and email requests from members.Manage the team of rabbis who provide weekend religious services and classes at the Great Lakes Naval Base, including semi-annual preparation of a rotation schedule and planning and execution of annual volunteer training session in late July/early August.Serve on the Council of Religious Leaders of Metropolitan Chicago (CRLMC), participate/lead other interreligious activities, often with JUF’s Rabbinic Scholar and Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), and represent the rabbinate in civic and religious settings. This involves attending appropriate meetings including CRLMC monthly executive committee and full council meetings, JCRC meetings, and Catholic-Jewish Dialogue quarterly meetings.Develop annual report including relevant CBR budget, data reports, and narrative summary and submit to JUF, following preview by the Executive Committee.Serve as a reference for community members looking for rabbinic and synagogue services.Supervise CBR part-time Administrative Aide who works 10 hours/week.What you need to succeed:
5-10 years of congregational experience or its equivalent.Meets the membership requirement of the CBR.Demonstrated experience with the following:working within a strong organizational structureworking in interreligious activitiesprogram development and implementationworking with a Board of lay leadersworking independentlyExcellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills, including public speaking in large and small groups.Pluralistic orientationFamiliarity with the Chicago Jewish community, the Federation system, and Jewish communal services.Proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite of Products.Success in this role looks like:
Effective, ongoing communication and familiarity with Chicagoland rabbis.30-40 rabbis in attendance at CBR events.Familiarity with the Chicago Jewish ecosystem of organizations and services to make connections for rabbis and community members.Consistent presence of volunteer rabbis at Great Lakes Naval Base. Read LessIn this role, you will be responsible for creating, managing, and growing volunteer programs as part of the JUF TOV Volunteer Network (TOV), which connects members of the Jewish community with meaningful opportunities to give back across Chicagoland. In this collaborative role, you will build relationships with community partners, work closely with volunteers and lay leaders, and lead engaging service initiatives that make a real difference in the community while helping people find rewarding ways to get involved. The salary range is $55,000-$58,000.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
Programming:Plan, recruit, and implement multiple volunteer opportunities every month.Work with other departments to create volunteer programming and service-learning experiences for their respective demographics.Collaborate with an external non-profit partner to oversee weekly tutoring program.Coordinate annual MLK Day volunteer program and undertake new projects as needs arise.Staff TOV programs and events as needed.Partnerships:Lead a committee of lay leaders/donors to help plan a bi-annual community-wide collection drive.Represent the JUF TOV Network to other departments, agencies and lay leadership as needed.Foster new partnerships and relationships between TOV and Chicagoland organizations, synagogues, and institutions.Communication:Manage general TOV inquiries and referrals.Maintain the newsletter, website, and all social media platforms.WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent relevant experience2-5 years’ experience in an office settingProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteExperience with virtual meeting facilitation (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams)Ability to become proficient in SalesforceDetail oriented with strong organizational, verbal and written communication, time management, and problem-solving skillsComfort when working with a wide range of professionals and lay leaders, including overseeing a committeeWillingness to create and lead service learning conversationsAbility to meet deadlines, handle multiple projects at one time, and work independently as well as collaborativelyValid driver’s license encouraged—owning a car is a plus.WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT US:
At JUF, you can be part of one of the largest non-profit social welfare institutions in Illinois. We provide food, refuge, healthcare, education, emergency assistance, and essential services to 500,000 Chicagoans of all faiths and millions of Jews around the world. We take pride in our mission and in having a work culture that fosters a sense of belonging and feels rewarding, supportive, and inclusive. We offer generous benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) match, professional training, tuition reimbursement, paid family leave, up to 22 days of paid time off (starting with 15), up to 11 sick days (starting with 7), and up to 21 paid holidays.
OUR HYBRID SCHEDULE:
We have a hybrid work policy to allow staff the flexibility to work from home / remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Tuesdays-Thursdays, the standard work location is 30 South Wells Street in Chicago, and staff are expected to work in person. We have a 36.5 hour work week, not a 40 hour work week. Our work hours are 8:30am-5pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am-4pm Friday with a daily 1 hour lunch break.
JOB CATEGORY: Union Eligible
Read LessMake a difference in Jewish student life by joining Northwestern Hillel as the Doppelt Director of Engagement. In this role, you will lead Hillel’s strategies for reaching Jewish students across campus (including those not yet engaged in Jewish life), build authentic one-on-one relationships with students, and design and oversee immersive experiences.
As the Doppelt Director of Engagement, you will support students' exploration of Judaism and encourage their understanding of Jewish values as relevant to their lives as they enrich their campus, community, and world. Reporting to the Director of Student Life, you will develop and execute a sophisticated, data-informed strategy to map the Northwestern campus and make Jewish life compelling and accessible to the full diversity of Jewish students. Our work is grounded in a set of communal values — among them hachnasat orchim (welcoming), simcha (joy) and machloket l'shem shamayim (the pursuit of honest, respectful disagreement) — and this role is central to bringing those values to life for students. You will work across teams, supervise direct reports, and serve as a thought partner to engagement professionals throughout the organization.
Northwestern Hillel is located in the heart of the Northwestern campus in Evanston, Illinois, situated along the shore of Lake Michigan just 20 minutes north of downtown Chicago. Northwestern is a world-class university, currently ranked #7 by U.S. News & World Report, and is renowned for its schools of journalism, theater, business, and law; its Big Ten athletics; and its bright, talented, and diverse student population.
To ApplyApplications are being collected through the Hillel International website. Please apply there to be considered.
What You’ll DoEngagement Strategy & Data
Create, implement, and evaluate Hillel's overall vision and strategy for engaging Jewish students on campus, with particular focus on students not yet connected to Jewish lifeManage and analyze HEaRT (Hillel Engagement and Relationship Tracking) data and other engagement tracking systems; produce reports and analyses to guide organizational priorities and measure progress toward Measuring Excellence goalsDevelop and maintain an outreach strategy for Shabbat and Jewish holidays, ensuring every major program or experience has a thoughtful engagement planStudent Programs & Experiences
Serve as the primary staff lead for Schmooze, Hillel's pre-orientation program welcoming incoming first-year students to campusOversee FYSH (First-Year Students of Hillel) and related peer ambassador initiativesCoordinate scheduling and logistics for recurring engagement touchpoints such as Bagel Brunches and Free Coffee FridaysManage Birthright Israel, including recruitment, logistics, itinerary development, and partnership opportunitiesLead Hillel's Alternative Break program, including location selection, student leadership development, curriculum, marketing, recruitment, and post-experience engagement Staff Shabbat and Jewish holidays in rotation with other student-facing staffStudent Leadership & Education
Oversee the Engagement Intern program, including curriculum development, mentorship, and training Supervise and advise student Outreach Chairs of the student boardAdvise and support student groups within HillelHelp plan and facilitate cohort learning and fellowship programmingServe as an experiential Jewish educator who nurtures students' Jewish growth through conversations, one-on-one relationships, and programmingSupervision & Collaboration
Directly supervise the Engagement Associate and any student Engagement Interns, utilizing independent judgment in directing, assigning, and evaluating their workServe as a collaborative partner to other engagement professionals, including the Israel FellowEngage other members of the student-facing staff as active partners in the organization's overall engagement strategyWhat You'll Bring to the Job3-5 years of professional work experience; supervision experience preferredBachelor's degreeStrong entrepreneurial spirit — willing to take risks, iterate, and learn from both wins and lossesAbility to communicate effectively across all platforms, including text, email, phone, and one-on-one in-person conversationsEnthusiasm for building and sustaining relationships with a wide range of studentsCommitment to using data to inform strategy and evaluate impactA genuine spirit of hachnasat orchim — you make people feel seen and welcome, whether they're walking into Hillel for the first time or the fiftiethComfort with complexity and a pluralistic mindset; you can hold space for diverse perspectives and know that the best conversations sometimes involve disagreementWillingness to admit what you don't know and excitement to learn in those areasCommitment to being part of a staff culture that values candor, collaboration, and creativityExcitement to continue developing your own relationship to JudaismWhat You’ll ReceiveCompetitive salary in the nonprofit marketplace. The salary range for this role is $55,000-65,000.Time off: 22 days of paid time off, 11 sick days, 8 paid federal holidays, up to 13 paid Jewish holidays, and 6 weeks paid parental leave.Medical, dental, and vision insurance.401(k) plan with match and a 403(b) plan.Additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, and much more.Great professional development, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities as part of the global Hillel movement.Reduced summer hours to accommodate for the fast pace of the academic year.Delicious event catering from our professional chef.An unlimited supply of purple Hillel swag.About Northwestern HillelNorthwestern Hillel is a fast-paced, inspiring work environment with a new building at the center of campus. Jewish life is thriving, and Hillel is the center and catalyst for Jewish community at Northwestern University. The professional team is committed to supporting students as they create meaningful Jewish experiences for themselves, their peers, and the broader community.
Northwestern Hillel is part of the Hillels of Illinois, a department of the Jewish United Fund/Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago (JUF), and is affiliated with Hillel International.
Northwestern Hillel is also affiliated with Hillel International. Hillel International enriches the lives of Jewish students so they may enrich the Jewish people and the world, and envisions a world where every student is inspired to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel.
About Hillel InternationalIn 1923, Rabbi Benjamin Frankel started Hillel with humble means, a noble mission and a breathtaking vision: to convey Jewish civilization to a new generation. Today, Hillel International continues to enrich the lives of Jewish students and is the largest Jewish campus organization in the world at nearly 1,000 colleges and universities across North America and around the world. As Hillel evolves as an organization, the mission remains steadfast: to create lasting connections with every Jewish student that foster an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel and train them to become the next Jewish leaders.
Applications are being collected through the Hillel International website. You must apply there to be considered.
Read LessEZRA’s Multi Service Center is a community-based service center that provides emergency services to Chicago’s Edgewater, Uptown and Lakeview communities. We are seeking a compassionate Case Manager to support clients in crisis by providing financial assistance, financial literacy programming, benefits advocacy, and help navigating available resources. This role involves direct client services, program facilitation, and cross-department collaboration to promote long-term stability and self-sufficiency.
What you’ll be doing:
Client ServicesConduct screenings, intakes, and assessments for clients in need of emergency services and financial assistance.Provide crisis intervention and advocacy to clients navigating housing instability, public benefits, and other social service systems.Conduct benefits assessments and link clients with public benefits and resources they are eligible for.Assist clients with personal budgeting based on their needs.Provide case collaboration and coordination across departments.ProgrammingContribute to the development and facilitation of client-centered programming, including monthly budgeting workshops and other departmental programming for clients.In collaboration with team members, conduct workshops based on client need.Support agency wide resource distribution events through participation and outreach.Administrative DutiesEnter case notes accurately and on a timely basis.Track attendance for relevant programming.Attend and actively participate in internal and external meetings.Participate in group programs and holiday celebrations.Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in all client interactions.What you need to succeed:
Associate’s degree3-5 years’ experience in the social service fieldDesire to work for an agency with an urban Jewish social agendaExperience working with others on personal budgeting and financial stability is preferredProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Access, Outlook, Excel) and capable of learning other systems as neededStrong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skillsAbility to maintain a high level of accuracy in data entry and reportingStrong attention to detail and effective time management skillsBilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not requiredSensitivity in working with low-income populations including seniors, people with mental illness, people with disabilities, people living with chronic illness, parents and children, and people who are homelessWhat you’ll love about us:
At JUF, you can be part of one of the largest non-profit social welfare institutions in Illinois. We provide food, refuge, healthcare, education, emergency assistance, and essential services to 500,000 Chicagoans of all faiths and millions of Jews around the world. We take pride in our mission and in having a work culture that fosters a sense of belonging and feels rewarding, supportive, and inclusive. We offer generous benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) match, professional training, tuition reimbursement, paid family leave, up to 22 days of paid time off (starting with 15), up to 11 sick days (starting with 7), and up to 21 paid holidays.
Salary range: $53,000-$55,000
Schedule: In person Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:00pm, Friday 9:00am-4:00pm
Job Category: Union Eligible
Read LessMake your mark on Jewish student life by joining Metro Chicago Hillel (MCH) as a Jewish Life Associate at DePaul University! MCH is looking for a dynamic, energetic, self-starting, and creative Jewish Life Associate.You will build one on one relationships with students, plan and execute engaging events and programs around campus, and help to inspire DePaul students to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning and Israel. MCH draws together a profoundly diverse array of students to build an incredible Jewish community. You will mentor student leaders, work collaboratively with MCH staff in planning awesome events, and build relationships on campus to support DePaul efforts to welcome and support Jewish students. You should have strong interpersonal and communication skills and an entrepreneurial approach. A successful DePaul Jewish Life Associate will be a natural community organizer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you’re highly motivated and looking for fun and meaningful work, this is your chance to join our outstanding, multi-campus staff committed to building a welcoming and vibrant community that values Jewish learning and fosters relationships across Chicago.
To Apply:
Applications are only being collected through the Hillel International website.
What You’ll Do
Strategically engage and maintain meaningful relationships with a wide variety of students, including responding to student needs and concerns, supporting leadership development and coaching students in on-campus coalition-building with other student organizations Utilize student engagement data to direct outreach and recruitment efforts and to identify trends and opportunitiesDevelop new programming and opportunities for students guided by their feedback and responding to their needs and interests Work as Hillel’s representative at DePaul to strengthen Jewish life and Hillel’s visibility on an urban campus, including by collaborating with DePaul administrators, staff and facultyPartner with colleagues to help students explore their relationship to Israel and to coach students in responding to antizionist and antisemitic incidents on campus, so that they may advocate for a safer, more positive experience for Jewish studentsMaintain social media presence for DePaul Hillel, develop a personal-professional Instagram presence to connect with students, and closely monitor social media activity related to DePaul’s campus community.Collaborate with other Hillel staff to help shape and develop the mission of Metro Chicago HillelRecruit for, promote, and staff immersive trips for students, including Taglit-Birthright Israel Work in and around the Lincoln Park campus to be available to studentsWhat You’ll Bring to the Job
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institutionThis is an in-person role location in Chicago, IL; remote work is not available for this positionPast experience traveling or studying in Israel Experience working effectively both independently and collaborativelyProven success managing multiple projects simultaneouslyPassion for Jewish community, Judaism and Israel, and an excitement for future trips to Israel and for the opportunity to continue developing your own relationship to JudaismKnowledge of Jewish community, culture, heritage, and traditionsAn entrepreneurial spirit, willingness to take risks and the self-awareness to learn from efforts that don’t work out as plannedA dynamic personality, outstanding interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills, and a sense of playfulnessInitiative and organizational skillsStrong written and verbal skills, effective at communicating with a variety of stakeholders including students, parents, alumnae/i, and university partnersWhat You’ll Receive
The salary for this role is $50,000-52,000. Metro Chicago Hillel is part of the Hillels of Illinois, a department of the Jewish United Fund/Jewish Federation of Chicago (JUF). As an employee of JUF, your comprehensive benefits package includes:
Up to 20 days paid time off (starting with 15), up to 11 sick days (starting with 7), 8 paid federal holidays and up to 13 paid Jewish holidays 6 weeks paid parental leaveMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) matchAdditional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, and tuition reimbursement.This job also includes great professional development, mentoring, skill building opportunities and continued learning opportunities as part of the global Hillel movement. Additionally, this position provides
Flexible work hoursTravel regionally and to Israel Enough coffee or tea to caffeinate a villageFabulous Hillel swagAbout Metro Chicago Hillel (MCH)
Metro Chicago Hillel is creating a cohesive vibrant Jewish community across Chicago campuses and throughout the city. We serve about 1,500 students at DePaul University, Loyola University Chicago, Columbia College Chicago, The University of Illinois at Chicago, Northeastern Illinois University, Illinois Institute of Technology, Roosevelt University, School of the Art Institute, Oakton Community College, and Lake Forest College. MCH includes Base Chicago, a dynamic, innovative program run by pluralistic rabbis and their partners that create welcoming communities for students and post-college young adults in Andersonville, Lincoln Park, Logan Square, and the West Loop.
Chicago is a vibrant, exciting city of distinct neighborhoods, each with its own character and style. With an estimated 44,000 Jewish young adults, all it takes to make friends outside of work is going out into the city, and with great restaurants, arts, music, and sports, there’s plenty to do whether you walk, take public transit, or drive. Come find your place in the Windy City!
Metro Chicago Hillel is affiliated with Hillel International. Hillel International enriches the lives of Jewish students so they may enrich the Jewish people and the world, and envisions a world where every student is inspired to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning and Israel.
Job Category: Union Eligible
To apply for this position, please go to https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hillel/jobs/4703603005
Read LessWhat you’ll be responsible for:
You will efficiently maintain and operate property and equipment for JFMC Facilities Corporation (the real estate arm of the Jewish Federation of Chicago) within the approved budget. This job involves maintaining and repairing property and equipment, overseeing building operations and staff, managing work orders and contracts, ensuring security, and acting as the main contact for tenants.
What you’ll be doing:
Maintains the assigned properties, their machinery and the equipment to ensure all are in proper and satisfactory condition. Makes necessary property repairs, including heating, air conditioning systems and related components. Inspects and checks building condition on regular basis, determining need for supplies, repairs, equipment and tools. Provides efficient physical operation and control of all building related functions, including moving of equipment and office furniture, decorating, pest control, use and condition of parking lot, general cleaning, window washing, exterior improvements, pool related problems, and other required activities.Creates, maintains, schedules, and updates work orders in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Supervises the scheduling, training, and standards of janitorial, maintenance, and other assigned staff. Prepares and maintains time and work records. Processes forms and reports related to the building operations and employee activity. Supervises the hiring, evaluating, and terminating of assigned employees as required. Provides program support to the agencies and supervision to agency staff as approved by Facilities Corporation policies. Administers contracts related to the property within signatory authority. Implements and monitors the security requirements for assigned properties. Acts as the primary point of contact for tenant(s) and provides on-call service as needed. Approves appropriate vouchers and invoices for payment within budget and signatory authority. Keeps Property Manager fully informed on all building items and keeps in close contact with building tenants on building needs and issues. Follows Facilities Corporation policies and procedures.What you need to succeed:
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE:5+ years’ building maintenance and operations experience with increasing responsibility. 3-5 years’ practical experience in HVAC, plumbing, electricity, boilers, pumps, etc.3+ years prior management experience.EDUCATION: High school diploma; specialized technical education or associate degree in engineering desirable.SKILLS: Demonstrated ability to work with people in a cooperative spirit. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills including the ability to read, understand, and speak English. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Pool and spa certification preferred.PHYSICAL: Must be able to lift 50lbs, work in cramped spaces, have visual acuity, reasonable hearing, and be mobile.What you'll love about us:
At JUF, you can be part of one of the largest non-profit social welfare institutions in Illinois. We provide food, refuge, healthcare, education, emergency assistance, and essential services to 500,000 Chicagoans of all faiths and millions of Jews around the world. We take pride in our mission and in having a work culture that fosters a sense of belonging and feels rewarding, supportive, and inclusive. We offer generous benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) match, professional training, tuition reimbursement, paid family leave, paid time off, sick days, and up to 21 paid holidays. The salary for this role is $56,000.
Read LessAre you looking for a mission-driven non-profit where your skills can help people in need around the world? At the Jewish United Fund (JUF), we take pride in our mission and in having a work culture that fosters a sense of belonging and feels rewarding, supportive, and inclusive. We have a hybrid schedule and offer generous benefits including a 401(k) match, up to 22 days of paid time off (starting with 15), up to 11 sick days (starting with 7), and up to 21 paid holidays. The salary range for this role is $52,000-$55,000.
What you’ll be responsible for:
You will be responsible for assisting in the distribution of over $140 million in grants each year by performing duties critical to the success of the Center for Jewish Philanthropy. Through the detailed administration of the supporting foundation program and other general support responsibilities, you will support eight professional staff members and frequently engage with high-level donors and grantees. To be successful in this role, you will need to have prior experience providing administrative support to a team, a desire to learn about the grant process at a nonprofit, and the ability to quickly learn new software systems.
What you’ll be doing:
Collecting, managing, and distributing foundation board governance materials and other legal documents.Engaging directly with high-level community stakeholders to coordinate meetings and manage administration for all foundations.Administering foundation grantmaking deliverables, managing timelines for grant reports, ensuring deadlines are met, and overseeing the process and accuracy for all checks and related correspondence.Playing a crucial role in the team’s Laserfiche archive initiative, which will capture, archive, and organize legacy departmental data.Assisting in the development and documentation of various detailed processes important to the success of the team (e.g. board tax return review, annual report filings, etc.)Updating contact details in Dream and reviewing L&E database, Stellar, for accuracy.Supporting JUF Campaign and mandatory campaign-related activities on an ongoing basis.What you need to succeed:
High School Diploma required, Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.Minimum 2 years of administrative experience.Bookkeeping, accounting, or non-profit experience preferred.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Word and Excel).Ability to learn Salesforce, JUF’s database system.Must be organized and possess strong professional, interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills.Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.What you’ll love about us:
At JUF, you can be part of one of the largest non-profit social welfare institutions in Illinois. We provide food, refuge, healthcare, education, emergency assistance, and essential services to 500,000 Chicagoans of all faiths and millions of Jews around the world. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with base contribution and match, additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, paid family leave, and much more.
Our Hybrid Schedule:
We have a hybrid work policy to allow staff the flexibility to work from home / remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Tuesdays-Thursdays, the standard work location is 30 South Wells Street in Chicago, and staff are expected to work in person. We have a 36.5 hour work week, not a 40 hour work week. Our work hours are 8:30am-5pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am-4pm Friday with a daily 1 hour lunch break.
Job Category: Union Eligible
Read LessAs Assistant Director for Hillel at The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, you will be the Executive Director’s right hand in implementing Hillel’s mission on campus through mentorship and management of Hillel’s excellent team of Jewish professionals. You will take an active part in the hiring, training, and mentoring of new and current talent. You will help develop additional relationships and opportunities to collaborate with the University of Illinois, Hillel International, the Jewish Federation/Jewish United Fund of Chicago (JUF), and other organizations. We are seeking a leader with a strong talent for coordinating and integrating the many moving parts of Hillel’s programs and projects to ensure the effective flow and function of our staff and student leaders. You will work collaboratively with a talented staff and engaged student leaders to pursue Hillel’s mission to connect Jewish students to each other and to Jewish life, learning, and Israel. The salary range for this role is $70,000-$75,000.
What You’ll Be DoingManage all information flow within the organization to keep our team informed of their projects and progress.Collaborate with senior staff to craft, implement, develop, and review Hillel’s vision for engagement, wellness, programming, and education.Take a lead role in training new and current staff members with assistance from other staff, interns, and outside resources. Develop staff training curriculum with structural and adaptable components to achieve the best learning curve for each staff member.Support the Executive Director in implementing Hillel’s annual goals and long term vision.Participate in Hillel’s engagement and programmatic work as defined by the engagement and programmatic strategies.Direct, coordinate, mentor, and support the growth of our programming staff members.Participate in Hillel’s engagement and programmatic work as defined by the engagement and programmatic strategies.Develop and implement opportunities to expand Hillel’s reach and visibility on campus and in the community through partnerships, relationship building, sponsorships, and campus-wide initiatives.Lead weekly staff meetings, meet one-on-one with staff, and facilitate staff involvement in full-team efforts.Supervise the Israel Fellow and Administrative Interns.Oversee the program budget, distribute funds, account for costs, and pursue grant opportunities.Lead skills learning initiatives such as the Civic Engagement Fellowship and Jewish Learning Fellowship; Develop and run student leadership and educational opportunities.Lead the recruitment and staffing of Hillel’s Leadership Trip to Israel and partakes in the recruitment and staffing for Taglit-Birthright Israel. Work with the Israel Fellow to plan effective Israel experience follow-through programming aimed at encouraging participants to continue exploring their connection to Israel.Participate as a full member of The Hillels of Illinois Staff in local, regional, and national Hillel programs and programs of the Jewish Federation, as may be appropriate.What You Need to Succeed5+ years of relevant professional work experience.Bachelor’s degree required. Master's Degree preferred.Experience and proven success in supervising professional staff and/or facilitating leadership development for young adults.Comfort in managing teams as well as working independently and collaboratively.Accomplished organizational skills related to strategic planning, program oversight, and time management.Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders.A serious work ethic, sense of humor and willingness to take risks and learn from unexpected situations.A commitment to pluralism, a comfort with your own relationship to Judaism, and fluency of Jewish knowledge and tradition to act as a role model and mentor for emerging Jewish adults.Willingness to work some evenings (on a weekly basis), weekends, and holidays for program support.The ability to excel in a dynamic and growth-oriented entrepreneurial organization that seeks to say yes often and envision new modalities for success.What You’ll Love About UsWe offer generous benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) match, great professional development, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities as part of the global Hillel movement, paid family leave, 22 days of paid time off, 11 sick days, and up to 21 paid holidays. The salary range for this role is $70,000-$75,000.
About Hillel at the University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignIllini Hillel is the first Hillel in the world. Established in 1923 by Rabbi Benjamin Frankel, Illini Hillel strengthens the Jewish identity of 3,500 Jewish students at the University of Illinois. With one of the largest fraternity and sorority populations and over 1,000 student organizations on campus, the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign is one of the most social campuses in the country. That alongside the tier 1 research work on our campus makes our University attractive to Jewish students of all background. At Illini Hillel, we embrace the work-hard-play-hard culture of our campus by creating the perfect mix of fun social and deep meaningful Jewish programming and engagement. Outside of campus life, our Jewish professionals enjoy the vibrant social life of the cities of Champaign and Urbana and the surrounding towns. University staff and Champaign's High Tech hub create a young vibrant community that meets and celebrates life in many ways. The Champaign Urbana Jewish Federation and Sinai Temple are our close partners in building a strong and welcoming Jewish community that serve over 2,000 Jewish community members beyond campus life. Additionally, Champaign-Urbana mark the perfect halfway point between some of the major cities in the Midwest - Chicago, Indianapolis and St. Louis.
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