Career Development Concierge

Hillel International • Washington, DC

3h • $70,000 - $80,000 • Remote

About The Position

Hillel International seeks a dynamic, strategic, and well-connected Career Development Concierge to serve as a bridge between talented, committed Jewish student leaders and meaningful careers in the Jewish communal sector. This role is central to our commitment to strengthen the early career pipeline for the Jewish world by ensuring talented and committed 3rd and 4th-year students are equipped, inspired, and connected to career pathways that will shape the future of Jewish life. As the Career Development Concierge, you will work closely with Hillel's Talent Acquisition team, partner organizations (Leading Edge, JFNA), and campus professionals to provide personalized career coaching, lead career development workshops, and create connections and warm handoffs to employers for students. You'll serve as both a career advisor and a strategic connector, empowering students who have developed Jewish leadership skills to translate those experiences into impactful careers. This is a unique opportunity to directly influence the Jewish communal sector's talent pipeline by supporting students at the critical moment when they are making career decisions and stepping into their professional identities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 5-7 years of professional experience in career coaching, talent development, recruitment, or Jewish communal work.
• Proven success building and maintaining professional networks and partnerships.
• Strong knowledge of the Jewish communal sector, including major organizations, fellowships, and career pathways.
• Excellent coaching and advising skills with ability to help students clarify goals and make decisions.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with diverse stakeholders (students, employers, campus staff).
• Experience with data systems, CRM platforms, and using metrics to demonstrate impact.
• Ability to travel 40-50% of the time to campuses, conferences, and partner sites.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with creativity, initiative, and strong follow-through.

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience in Jewish communal hiring, talent acquisition, or fellowship program management.
• Background in campus career services or student affairs.
• Established relationships with Jewish sector employers and fellowship programs.
• Knowledge of career development theory and best practices in emerging professional support.

Responsibilities

• Conduct personalized career coaching sessions to help students clarify goals, identify interests, and explore career pathways.
• Provide resume reviews, cover letter feedback, and interview preparation tailored to the Jewish communal sector.
• Connect students with mentors, Jewish professionals, and alumni in their areas of career interest.
• Maintain expertise on 12-15 key Jewish sector fellowships, internships, and emerging professional programs.
• Match students to relevant opportunities based on their interests, experiences, and career goals.
• Support students through application processes, providing guidance and accountability.
• Cultivate strong relationships with Jewish communal organizations, employers, and hiring managers.
• Coordinate warm handoffs between students and employers, providing insight and individualized support.
• Partner closely with Leading Edge, JFNA, and other Talent Acquisition partners to align recruitment and placement strategies.
• Stay current on trends in Jewish communal hiring, emerging roles, and sector workforce needs.
• Work with Springboard Fellows and other campus professionals to deliver career-oriented programming locally, including networking nights, speaker panels, and employer site visits.
• Represent the Jewish communal sector at campus career fairs and Hillel talent sessions.
• Provide virtual and in-person support to supplement campus-based career initiatives.
• Ensure seamless transitions as students move from the Leadership Development Concierge to career-focused support.
• Maintain detailed records in Hillel's CRM system tracking student interactions, applications, placements, and outcomes.
• Generate regular reports demonstrating program impact and return on investment.
• Use data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for program improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary in the non-profit marketplace of $70,000 to $80,000.
• Hillel offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, Long Term Disability (LTD), Flexible Spending Plan, unlimited vacation, generous sick time, and parental leave.
• Great professional development, mentoring, and skill building opportunities.
• Amazing, smart, dedicated, fun colleagues at Hillel International and across the Hillel movement.
• Flexible work hours and location.
• Travel opportunities to campuses, conferences, and communities.

What This Job Offers

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