Campus Director at Hillel at Kennesaw State University

Hillel International • Kennesaw, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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.
In addition to engagement and leadership development, the Campus Director is responsible for the overall direction of the Hillel, including programming, operations, supervision of staff, and fundraising. This role requires someone who can hold both the day-to-day work and the bigger picture, ensuring that the Hillel continues to grow in a way that is thoughtful, sustainable, and rooted in student needs.

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

Nice To Haves

• Experience or interested in fundraising and relationship-based development
• Experience in program development, facilitation, and leadership development
• Knowledge of Jewish life, values, and traditions

Responsibilities

• Set and execute a bold vision for growing Jewish student engagement at KSU, with clear goals and measurable outcomes
• Build deep, meaningful relationships with students through relational engagement, meeting students where they are and helping them find their place in Jewish life
• Identify, reach, and engage students who are not yet connected to Hillel, with a focus on expanding the leadership pipeline
• Create a culture where students feel ownership over Jewish life on campus
• Build strong relationships with university partners, faculty, and student organizations
• Collaborate with Hillels of Georgia colleagues to support statewide initiatives and shared strategy
• Design and implement creative, relevant, and high-impact initiatives that reflect the interests and needs of today’s students
• Encourage experimentation in staff and students by piloting new ideas, testing approaches, and iterating quickly
• Recruit, mentor, and develop student leaders, with a focus on ownership, initiative, and leadership growth
• Build a leadership culture that empowers students to move from ideas to action
• 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
• Partner with Hillels of Georgia leadership to align fundraising strategy with organizational priorities
• Integrate storytelling and impact into fundraising efforts to clearly communicate the value of Hillel’s work
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including programming, budget management, and administrative responsibilities
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data on students, alumni, and supporters

Benefits

• Competitive salary in the nonprofit marketplace. The salary range for this role is $75,00 - $85,000.
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level