Admissions Recruiter & Jewish Ideas Fellowship Director

Position Summary

Hebrew Union College is seeking a dynamic and relationship-oriented professional to serve in a dual part-time role as Admissions Recruiter (Los Angeles) and Jewish Ideas Fellowship Director. This position averages 20 hours per week and combines student recruitment with leadership development for emerging Jewish leaders. Based in Los Angeles, this role includes an expectation of working on campus approximately 1–2 days per week.

Purpose

The successful candidate will combine student recruitment with leadership development for emerging Jewish leaders. They will serve as the primary recruitment representative for the Los Angeles campus and Southern California region, guiding prospective students through the admissions process and exploring opportunities for rabbinical education. Additionally, they will oversee HUC’s Jewish Ideas Fellowship, designing and managing a leadership development experience for emerging Jewish leaders while cultivating meaningful relationships with fellows, mentors, alumni, faculty, and partner organizations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Meet regularly with prospective students to provide guidance throughout the discernment and admissions process.
• Conduct outreach to prospective applicants through alumni, current students, and community partners.
• Coach prospective students as they explore graduate education, rabbinical school, and vocational discernment.
• Respond to questions regarding HUC academic programs, admissions requirements, and institutional policies.
• Maintain detailed records of applicant interactions using ActiveCampaign and other recruitment systems.
• Connect prospective students with HUC classes, programming, and educational opportunities to strengthen their preparation for graduate study.
• Refer applicants to the Hebrew Learning Support Coordinator, when appropriate, to develop individualized Hebrew learning plans.
• Connect prospective students with trained alumni mentors who can provide guidance throughout the discernment process.
• Partner with the Associate Director of Recruitment & Partnership Development, Rabbinical School Director, Student Ambassadors, and the Dean of the Los Angeles campus to develop and execute recruitment strategies throughout Los Angeles and Southern California.
• Build and maintain relationships with synagogues, Jewish organizations, campus partners, and community leaders.
• Cook up and manage recruitment events, open houses, admitted student programs, and prospective student visits.
• Represent HUC at recruitment events, conferences, and community gatherings.
• Design, launch, and manage the Jewish Ideas Fellowship to cultivate emerging Jewish leaders.
• Recruit, engage, and support fellowship participants throughout the program.
• Develop relationships with alumni, educators, mentors, and partner organizations to strengthen fellowship programming.
• Coordinate fellowship communications, marketing, website content, and social media in partnership with the Office of Recruitment and Admissions.
• Collect, analyze, and report participant demographics, engagement, and program outcomes.
• Train alumni and partner organizations to support recruitment efforts and leadership development.
• Mentor fellowship participants as they deepen their Jewish identities and explore their roles as future Jewish leaders.
• Participate in regular Office of Recruitment and Admissions team meetings.
• Collaborate with colleagues to coordinate admissions activities, marketing initiatives, recruitment travel, and program communications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: One of the following is required: Ordination (Rabbinical or Cantorial) from an accredited Jewish seminary; or Master’s degree in Jewish Education, Jewish Nonprofit Management, or a closely related field.
• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of experience serving as a Jewish professional within the North American Jewish community. Experience leading groups, fellowships, educational programs, or leadership development initiatives. Experience recruiting, mentoring, coaching, or advising students or emerging leaders preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and coaching skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to mentor and develop emerging Jewish leaders. Strong organizational and project management skills. Excellent attention to detail, with accurate documentation and recordkeeping. Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently. Knowledge of FERPA regulations and the ability to maintain confidential information. Proficiency with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and virtual meeting platforms. Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and maintaining positive relationships with applicants, students, alumni, and community partners.

Compensation

Part-Time, Non-Exempt
20 hours per week (average)
$55.00–$60.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
Employment term: August 15, 2026 – June 30, 2027
Hours worked must be accurately recorded each week in HUC’s payroll system.

Work Environment

This position follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring an on-campus presence in Los Angeles approximately 1–2 days per week, with the remainder of responsibilities performed remotely. Occasional evening and weekend work, along with limited travel, may be required to support recruitment events and fellowship programming. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.