Campus Director at Hillel at Kennesaw State University

About the role

Hillels of Georgia seeks a visionary, dynamic, and strategic leader with proven organizational skills to lead Hillel at Kennesaw State University. This role is responsible for building a vibrant and meaningful Jewish community at Kennesaw State University, a community that includes opportunities for learning, celebration, service, connection to Israel, and strong peer relationships. The Campus Director will intentionally engage students while also creating pathways for students to step into leadership and take ownership of Jewish life at KSU.

This position requires a strong commitment to inclusion, pluralism, and creating a community where students feel genuinely welcomed and valued. The Campus Director will cultivate relationships not only with students, but with parents, alumni, community members/partners, and university stakeholders to strengthen the student experience and the broader support system around Hillel.

Responsibilities

• Set and execute a bold vision for growing Jewish student engagement at KSU, with clear goals and measurable outcomes
• Create a culture where students feel ownership over Jewish life on campus
• Build strong relationships with university partners, faculty, and student organizations
• Design and implement creative, relevant, and high-impact initiatives that reflect the interests and needs of today’s students
• Recruit, mentor, and develop student leaders, with a focus on ownership, initiative, and leadership growth
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including programming, budget management, and administrative responsibilities
• Lead and grow fundraising efforts to support Hillel at KSU, including donor relationships, campaigns, and local partnerships
• Cultivate relationships with alumni, parents, and community stakeholders to build a sustainable base of support
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data on students, alumni, and supporters

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of relevant experience in Jewish communal work, campus engagement, or student leadership development
• Demonstrated success in growing engagement and/or leading initiatives
• Experience building relationships with diverse stakeholders, including students and community partners
• Bachelor’s degree required

Qualifications

• A deep passion for building vibrant, inclusive Jewish communities
• Strong relationship-building skills and high emotional intelligence
• A creative, innovative mindset with a willingness to try new approaches and take thoughtful risks
• Ability to move between big-picture strategy and day-to-day execution
• Experience or interested in fundraising and relationship-based development
• Experience in program development, facilitation, and leadership development
• Strong organizational and program management skills
• Knowledge of Jewish life, values, and traditions
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• A collaborative spirit and commitment to team success

Skills

• Ability to move between big-picture strategy and day-to-day execution
• Experience or interested in fundraising and relationship-based development
• Experience in program development, facilitation, and leadership development
• Strong organizational and program management skills

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, Group Supplemental Retirement Annuity, Pension Plan, life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Plan, generous vacation/sick time, and parental leave.

Eligibility for the Jewish Community Professional Tuition Grant for participating Jewish day schools/high schools in the Atlanta area.

Great professional development, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities.

Travel opportunities, including conferences and immersive experiences

Pay

$75,00 - $85,000

Schedule

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