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Kitchen Manager / Chef

El Paso, TX ยท On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Menu planning Work with Kitchen Committee and Rabbi to receive input prior to preparing menu ... Secular and Jewish Holidays off (Contingent upon catered events). Skills Food handler ...

Director of Education

San Leandro, CA ยท On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

ABOUT TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM Temple Beth Sholom (TBS) is a growing, creative, and rooted Jewish ... Partner with the Executive Director, Rabbi, Cantor, and Education Committee to shape TBS ...

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How much do jewish rabbi jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for jewish rabbi in the United States is $23.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $25.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Jewish Rabbi's job?

A Jewish Rabbi is a spiritual leader and teacher in the Jewish community. They provide religious guidance, lead prayer services, interpret Jewish law, and offer pastoral care. Rabbis also officiate at life-cycle events such as weddings and funerals. Their role may vary depending on the denomination and community needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Jewish Rabbi position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Jewish Rabbi, you need deep knowledge of Jewish law, tradition, scripture, and pastoral counseling, commonly supported by semicha (rabbinical ordination) from an accredited yeshiva or rabbinical school. Familiarity with synagogue management software, religious texts databases, and community outreach platforms is valuable in modern congregations. Compassion, effective communication, leadership, and cultural sensitivity are essential soft skills for guiding and supporting diverse community members. These abilities help foster strong connections, address congregational needs, and provide spiritual and ethical guidance.

What are the typical responsibilities and daily activities for a Jewish Rabbi in a congregational setting?

A Jewish Rabbi in a congregational setting often leads religious services, delivers sermons, and provides spiritual guidance and counseling to community members. Additional responsibilities commonly include teaching Torah classes, officiating at life-cycle events such as weddings, funerals, and bar/bat mitzvahs, and working alongside synagogue staff and lay leaders on community programming. Collaboration with educators, youth leaders, and social services providers is also frequent, as Rabbis play a central role in building and sustaining vibrant Jewish communal life. These varied duties provide a meaningful opportunity to impact the individual and collective well-being of the congregation.

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Infographic showing various Jewish Rabbi job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 46% Physical, 53% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,528 per year, or $23.3 per hour.
Program Director at University of North Florida Hillel (Part-Time)

Program Director at University of North Florida Hillel (Part-Time)

Hillel International

Jacksonville, FL โ€ข On-site

$22 - $28/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Part-Time Program Director
University of North Florida (UNF) Hillel
Role Overview
Make a meaningful impact on Jewish student life by becoming the Program Director at UNF Hillel. You will build personal relationships with students, organize exciting campus events, and encourage students to engage with Jewish life. Supported by the Gainesville-based UF Hillel professional team, you will work part-time in Jacksonville to foster a vibrant Jewish community at UNF. As the UNF Hillel professional, you will collaborate with students to develop programs focused on Jewish life at UNF.
You will identify and support students in developing Jewish life on campus. With the resources and backing of UF Hillel, you'll focus on programming and student engagement, while your UF Hillel colleagues handle administration, fundraising, communications, and university connections. This structure gives you the support of an established Hillel, while you work to expand and strengthen Hillel at UNF.
What You'll Do
  • Meet and build relationships with Jewish students at UNF, working to understand their needs and opportunities for Jewish life on campus.
  • Work with Jewish students to strengthen the student leadership structure
  • Meet weekly with the student board
  • Be present on campus two to three times per week
  • Partner with students to create a programming plan that includes activities for Shabbat and holidays, cultural events, educational programs, community building, and Israel. Work together to bring this vision to life.
  • Engage with Jewish students on campus and have at least three to five one-on-one interactions per week.
  • Track student engagement, which will help guide your efforts and ensure the most strategic approach
  • Actively contribute to shaping UNF Hillel by engaging 100 students during the first year.
What You'll Bring to the Job
  • At least two years of professional work experience
  • Bachelors degree
  • Strong entrepreneurial spirit. Things may sometimes go differently from what you planned. You must be willing to take risks and learn from your wins and losses.
  • Confidence and skill to initiate and run programs
  • Comfort asking questions and willingness to accept guidance and mentorship from your Hillel colleagues.
  • Creative problem-solving.
  • Excitement to further develop your personal relationship with Judaism.
What You'll Receive
  • Competitive salary in the nonprofit marketplace. The salary range for this 25-hour-per-week, 9-month-a-year part-time role is $22-28/hour.
  • A comprehensive benefits package
  • Great professional development, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities
  • Opportunities for regional and international travel, particularly to Israel.
About UNF Hillel
In partnership with the Jacksonville Jewish community, UF Hillel, Hillel International, and UNF campus partners, UNF Hillel was established in 2024 to serve Jewish students at the University of North Florida. UNF is a diverse, growing university with vast potential. By collaborating with UF Hillel, we turbocharged UNF's growth to serve Jewish students at this critical time and lay a strong foundation for the future.
UNF 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.
About Hillel International
In 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.
Hillel is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an accepting and inclusive environment for all.