Jewish United Fund
Job Category : JUF Camp Affrs & Stu Engemnt
Requisition Number : ASSIS004964
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Posted: August 4, 2025
Full-Time
On-site
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Showing 1 location Champaign, IL 61820, USA Description
The Assistant Director at Hillel in The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is the Executive Director’s right hand in implementing Hillel’s mission on campus through mentorship and management of Hillel’s team of Jewish professionals. The Assistant Director participates in hiring, training, and mentoring staff, and develops relationships with organizations like the University of Illinois, Hillel International, the Jewish Federation/Jewish United Fund of Chicago (JUF), and others. Reporting to the Executive Director, the role involves coordinating programs, managing staff, and fostering community engagement. Manage information flow within the organization. Collaborate on vision development for engagement, wellness, programming, and education. Train staff and develop training curricula. Support the implementation of annual goals and long-term vision. Participate in engagement and programmatic work. Mentor programming staff. On a day-to-day basis, you will:
Participate in engagement and programmatic activities. Expand Hillel’s campus and community visibility through partnerships and initiatives. Lead staff meetings and one-on-one meetings. Supervise the Israel Fellow and Interns. Oversee budgets and grant opportunities. Lead leadership development initiatives and student programs. Coordinate recruitment for Israel trips and follow-up programming. Participate in regional and national Hillel programs. What You’ve Accomplished
5+ years of relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred. Experience supervising staff and facilitating leadership development. Strong organizational and communication skills. What You’ll Bring to the Job
Strong work ethic, humor, and willingness to learn. Commitment to pluralism and fluency in Jewish knowledge and tradition. Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. What You’ll Receive
Salary: $70,000-$75,000. Paid time off, holidays, parental leave. Health, dental, vision insurance. Retirement plans, wellness benefits, professional development. About Hillel at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Founded in 1923, Illini Hillel serves over 3,500 Jewish students, fostering a vibrant campus community with a mix of social and meaningful Jewish programming. Located in a dynamic city with strong community partnerships, it offers a rich environment for professional and personal growth. About Hillel International
Founded in 1923, Hillel International is the largest Jewish campus organization worldwide, dedicated to connecting Jewish students to their heritage, community, and Israel, and training future Jewish leaders. Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws.
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Showing 1 location Champaign, IL 61820, USA Description
The Assistant Director at Hillel in The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is the Executive Director’s right hand in implementing Hillel’s mission on campus through mentorship and management of Hillel’s team of Jewish professionals. The Assistant Director participates in hiring, training, and mentoring staff, and develops relationships with organizations like the University of Illinois, Hillel International, the Jewish Federation/Jewish United Fund of Chicago (JUF), and others. Reporting to the Executive Director, the role involves coordinating programs, managing staff, and fostering community engagement. Manage information flow within the organization. Collaborate on vision development for engagement, wellness, programming, and education. Train staff and develop training curricula. Support the implementation of annual goals and long-term vision. Participate in engagement and programmatic work. Mentor programming staff. On a day-to-day basis, you will:
Participate in engagement and programmatic activities. Expand Hillel’s campus and community visibility through partnerships and initiatives. Lead staff meetings and one-on-one meetings. Supervise the Israel Fellow and Interns. Oversee budgets and grant opportunities. Lead leadership development initiatives and student programs. Coordinate recruitment for Israel trips and follow-up programming. Participate in regional and national Hillel programs. What You’ve Accomplished
5+ years of relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred. Experience supervising staff and facilitating leadership development. Strong organizational and communication skills. What You’ll Bring to the Job
Strong work ethic, humor, and willingness to learn. Commitment to pluralism and fluency in Jewish knowledge and tradition. Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. What You’ll Receive
Salary: $70,000-$75,000. Paid time off, holidays, parental leave. Health, dental, vision insurance. Retirement plans, wellness benefits, professional development. About Hillel at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Founded in 1923, Illini Hillel serves over 3,500 Jewish students, fostering a vibrant campus community with a mix of social and meaningful Jewish programming. Located in a dynamic city with strong community partnerships, it offers a rich environment for professional and personal growth. About Hillel International
Founded in 1923, Hillel International is the largest Jewish campus organization worldwide, dedicated to connecting Jewish students to their heritage, community, and Israel, and training future Jewish leaders. Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws.
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