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Red Gold

Facility Materials Manager

Elwood, IN · On-site

Kosher duties - inspections with the Rabbi of ingredients and Good Manufacturing Processes ... Work with plant Production/QA teams to establish defect rates of materials * Assist with Hold and ...

Red Gold

Facility Materials Manager

Elwood, IN · On-site

Kosher duties - inspections with the Rabbi of ingredients and Good Manufacturing Processes ... Work with plant Production/QA teams to establish defect rates of materials * Assist with Hold and ...

Steuben Foods

Ingredient Evaluation Specialist

Elma, NY

$65K - $70K/yr

Meets as needed with Rabbi for review. * Assist in maintaining Ingredient amp; Supplier Risk Matrix and assessments of vendor supplied documentation. * Ability to apply consistent evaluation criteria ...

Steuben Foods Inc

Ingredient Evaluation Specialist

Elma, NY · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Meets as needed with Rabbi for review. * Assist in maintaining Ingredient & Supplier Risk Matrix and assessments of vendor supplied documentation. * Ability to apply consistent evaluation criteria to ...

Accuity

Director - Finance

Sheboygan, WI · On-site

... Rabbi Trust custodial accounts and funding/payments; work with external CPA firm to ensure compliance with the Plans; prepare investment return exhibits for alternative investment options; assist ...

Accuity

Director - Finance

Sheboygan, WI

... Rabbi Trust custodial accounts and funding/payments; work with external CPA firm to ensure compliance with the Plans; prepare investment return exhibits for alternative investment options; assist ...

COMPASSUS

Chaplain

Leesport, PA

S/he may be a priest, minister, rabbi, or other individual with experience in spiritual support ... Ability to counsel patient and family and assist local clergy in rendering pastoral care. State ...

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How much do assistant rabbi jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant rabbi in the United States is $27.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Rabbi vs Rabbi?

AspectAssistant RabbiRabbi
CredentialsRabbinical ordination (smicha), often with additional certificationsRabbinical ordination (smicha)
Work EnvironmentSynagogues, community centers, educational settingsSynagogues, religious institutions, community leadership
ResponsibilitiesSupporting the Rabbi, leading services, educational programsLeading services, providing spiritual guidance, community leadership

The main difference is that an Assistant Rabbi supports the Rabbi in various duties and may have less experience or authority, while a Rabbi is the primary spiritual leader and decision-maker within a community. Both roles require rabbinical ordination and involve working in similar environments, but the Rabbi holds a higher leadership position.

What are the main responsibilities of an Assistant Rabbi?

An Assistant Rabbi supports the senior rabbi in leading religious services, providing pastoral care, and engaging with the congregation. Their duties often include teaching classes, leading youth programs, assisting with life-cycle events such as weddings and funerals, and helping to develop community outreach initiatives. They may also offer counseling, participate in interfaith activities, and take on administrative tasks as needed. The specific responsibilities can vary depending on the size and needs of the synagogue or community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Rabbi, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Rabbi, you need deep knowledge of Jewish law and tradition, strong religious education (often with semicha/ordination), and experience in pastoral care. Familiarity with synagogue management systems, educational platforms, and sometimes certification in counseling or chaplaincy is also beneficial. Excellent interpersonal communication, empathy, and public speaking skills help you connect with congregants and support community needs. These abilities are crucial for fostering spiritual growth, building relationships, and effectively leading diverse religious and educational programs.

What are some common responsibilities and challenges faced by an Assistant Rabbi when supporting a senior rabbi and the congregation?

Assistant Rabbis often play a vital role in supporting the senior rabbi through a variety of responsibilities, such as leading services, teaching classes, providing pastoral care, and organizing community events. One common challenge is balancing administrative duties with spiritual leadership, especially during busy times like holidays. Assistant Rabbis also frequently work closely with different age groups and committees, requiring strong interpersonal and communication skills. This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth and mentorship within the clergy team, serving as a stepping stone toward more senior positions.
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Infographic showing various Assistant Rabbi job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, and 67% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $56,544 per year, or $27.2 per hour.

Assistant Director for Hillel, Urbana-Champaign

JUF

Champaign, IL • On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

As 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 Doing
  • Manage 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 Succeed
  • 5+ 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 Us
We 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-Champaign
Illini 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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