Find a Jewish communal career!

Welcome to the Careers area of Jconnect 

The Career Center is a forum that pairs Jewish communal professional organizations with career opportunities together with people seeking those opportunities in Jewish communal service.

If you are a Jewish communal organization, just log in to Jconnect.org and click on the "Submit a Career Opportunity" button. Within two business days, your posting will either go live or you will be contacted by Jconnect with questions.

If you are looking for a new opportunity, browse the job listings below. If you are interested in any of the positions, please contact the posting organization(s) directly. We encourage you to check back often because new jobs are always being posted. 

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Our marketing department supports organizational efforts by developing compelling communications aimed at a wide variety of audiences. The department fosters a creative environment that is collaborative in its approach. Our copy writer is a highly motivated individual for whom making a difference in people’s lives by helping to create effective, impactful marketing materials is a priority. With a ‘can do’ service oriented attitude, the copy writer is able to multi-task on a variety of projects simultaneously and meet given deadlines.

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JSSA is one of Washington metropolitan area's most established and fastest-growing child, family and senior services agencies, with offices in Maryland and Northern Virginia. Our staff serve a nonsectarian, highly diverse clientele (including children, adolescents, adults and seniors) struggling with a broad range of emotional, social, physical and developmental challenges. JSSA’s Intake department has an immediate opening for a full-time Intake Specialist to join our team.

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Our Hospice team has an immediate opening for a Per Diem Nurse.  For nearly 30 years, our hospice has offered a wide range of quality medical and support services, from symptom and pain management to emotional and spiritual guidance for patients and their families. read more...
Gesher Jewish Day School seeks a dynamic Director of Development to lead and coordinate the fundraising and volunteer engagement efforts of the school. The Director of Development will work in direct partnership with the Head of School and Board of Directors to build out a system for securing and growing support for the school while creating a positive culture of philanthropy and engagement. read more...
Gesher Jewish Day School seeks a dynamic Director of Admissions to identify and recruit prospective students, shepherd applicants through our admissions process, and induct enrollees into the school community. The Director of Admissions will build engaging relationships with families and will serve as a continuing liaison with them after they are enrolled at school. read more...
Religious School Teachers for 2013-2014 School Year - Line up a job for this fall NOW to teach religious school! Congregation Beth Emeth, a Conservative synagogue in Herndon VA, is still looking for some enthusiastic teachers for the 2013-2014 school year. We have Sunday morning (9:00AM-12:00PM) and Wednesday/Thursday (4:30PM-6:30PM) positions available, in a range of grades. read more...
Congregation Beth El, a vibrant Conservative synagogue in Bethesda, Maryland, seeks a director to lead its highly regarded preschool. Beth El Preschool (BEPS) offers a developmentally appropriate, emergent curriculum for children ages 20 months through five years, inspired by Reggio Emilia teaching philosophy. read more...
The youth department strives to engage Congregation B’nai Tzedek’s youth and teens through a variety of activities and initiatives designed to reinforce Jewish identity and encourage a lifelong connection to synagogue life and the wider Jewish community. We are looking to hire 2 (two) part-time youth group advisors to assist the Youth Director read more...
JSSA’s Special Needs & Deaf Services (SNDS) team has an immediate opening for a part-time (<18.75 hours per week) Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor to join our growing team. Our SNDS team is a dedicated team of clinicians and C.A.R.E. managers committed to providing cutting edge services and programs and support for children, adults and families. read more...
JSSA’s Child & Family team has an immediate opening for a full-time Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join our growing team. Our Child & Family team is a dedicated team of clinicians committed to providing cutting edge services and programs and support for children, adults and families. read more...
Health and Fitness Manager (part-time) needed for the Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington in Rockville. This 30 hour per week position reports to the Director of Health and Fitness. Major responsibilities include: Management of floor staff and personal trainers – including: hiring, on-going training, equipment and facility cleanliness and maintenance, program and budget management.

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Group Exercise Coordinator needed for the Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington in Rockville. This 20 hour per week, part time position reports to the Director of Health and Fitness. Major responsibilities include: Maintaining a dynamic group exercise schedule; recruiting, hiring, training and evaluating instructors; observing and participating in group ex classes; sub classes as needed; ensuring that group ex areas are in first class condition; departmental payroll; programming; budgetary responsibilities.

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The Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism (RAC), the Washington/Social Action office of the Reform Jewish movement, is seeking a Conference Planner. The position is available immediately. About the Position: The Primary responsibilities center around: Logistics and administration for all conferences and programs, including: • Reserving, negotiating, and booking hotel space; • Arranging transportation and meals for conference attendees; • Assist in developing marketing materials; • Scheduling Senate/House appointments; • Assisting the Program Director with administrative duties.

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A full time entry or mid-level position. Must be interested in marketing and advertising, have great communication skills - both in person and on paper. Familiarity with the local or national Jewish community helpful, but not a must. read more...
A full time entry or mid-level position. Must be interested in marketing and advertising, have great communication skills - both in person and on paper. Familiarity with the local or national Jewish community helpful, but not a must. read more...
Moment Magazine, the largest independent Jewish magazine in North America, has openings for two ad/sales positions. Co-founded by Elie Wiesel 36 years ago, Moment has been referred to a "Jewish New Yorker" and slate.com refers to the publication as a "must read. read more...

JSSA’s Employment and Career Services supported employment team has given hope to and made a significant difference in the lives of many adults with special needs who seek meaningful employment.  Our team has a well-designed methodology for assisting our special needs clients obtain and retain meaningful employment and self-sufficiency. Vocational Assessment, job readiness workshops, one on one job development, coaching and employer advocacy are but a few of the services we provide. We are seeking a full-time Employment Support Specialist.

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JLink

Are you ready to change careers? Do you need to find a job?  Contact JLink,  JSSA’s  free gateway service to the Employment and Career Services department. You can get help with your resume, interviewing skills, using social media and a myriad of other support to get the job you want. 

To contact a Career Coach at JLink call 301-610-8413 in Maryland and DC or 703-896-7917 in Virginia or email jlink@jssa.org

Check out JSSA’s new Life Coaching program. Life Coaching is a creative, action-oriented approach that helps you maximize where you are now, design your future and take your next steps forward. From college seniors -to senior managers- to senior citizens, our life coaches help you achieve what matters most to you.  JSSA’s certified coaches help individuals regain their motivation, clarity and confidence to develop the career and life they desire. 

For more information about Life Coaching call 301-610-8380 or email: lifecoaching@jssa.org

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Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA)


The JCA helps job-seekers age 50 and older put their experience to work through practical, award-winning programs that enable midlife and older workers to retool, recharge and reinvent themselves.  Click Here to find out how.

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Jewish Foundation for Group Homes

Meaningful Opportunities for Successful Transitions™ (MOST™ ) is a one-year individualized program of skill development designed to facilitate successful transition and integration into the adult community.  MOST™ focuses on three domains:  self-sufficiency, community integration and vocation. Click here to learn more.

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Kemp Mill Employment Assistance Initiative


The Kemp Mill Employment Assistance Initiative was launched in a coordinated manner to develop an electronic database that job seekers can use to network with members of the three local shuls who could advise, recommend, and provide further contacts.  Click here for more information.

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