Chief Program Officer at Michigan Hillel

Hillel International • Ann Arbor, MI

116d • $110,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Michigan Hillel is hiring a Chief Program Officer (CPO), a highly motivated and creative professional with a passion for Jewish life, learning, and Israel, to lead our student life team during a period of transformative growth. The ideal candidate for this fast-paced, strategic leadership role will be an experienced Jewish educator and leader with a strong commitment to community building, Zionist education, and leadership development. At Michigan Hillel, we believe Jewish growth is rooted in strong relationships, placing relationships at the heart of everything we do. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the CPO will lead a 10-person student life team, including four direct reports, and will ensure a strong focus on deepening Jewish identity, strengthening ties with Israel, and fostering meaningful relationships as we expand our reach to more students on campus.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., Jewish Education, Organizational Leadership, Rabbinic Ordination).
• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience, including demonstrated success in supervising teams, mentorship, and leadership development.
• Proven success in managing multiple projects without compromising quality and utilizing data for reporting and tracking.
• Proven success in providing excellent supervision and coaching others to achieve desired outcomes.
• Proven success in creating structures and opportunities that empower students to take initiative and ownership for their communities.

Nice To Haves

• A passion for working with students and fostering their Jewish growth by building deep, personal connections.
• An awareness of your unique Jewish knowledge and experiences and the ability to serve as a role model to inspire others on their Jewish journey.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and a proven ability to tell compelling stories and speak to diverse audiences.
• Experience utilizing current social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.).
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, multifaceted environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive, multi-pronged strategy to significantly increase student engagement and deepen Jewish identity.
• Drive organizational growth by conducting annual performance planning, providing weekly supervision, and facilitating mid-year and full-year reviews.
• Foster a supportive team culture grounded in Jewish values.
• Partner with the Director of Development to oversee the preparation of grant reports and funding requests aligned with our programmatic vision and organizational goals.
• Serve as Michigan Hillel's trusted resource for Israel education.
• Direct oversight of Israel engagement, expanding efforts to strengthen ties between Israel and Michigan students.
• Envision and implement strategies to significantly increase student participation in Michigan Hillel's Israel travel programs.
• Oversee the design and implementation of immersive experience trips to Israel.
• Build deep, personal relationships with Jewish students, serving as a frontline connector to Jewish life on campus.
• Co-create and implement a strategic vision for Jewish student leadership development on campus.
• Advise the student leadership board and student groups to create meaningful Jewish programming for their peers.
• Provide crucial support and guidance to students facing antisemitism.
• Ensure all Hillel events are staffed appropriately.

Benefits

• The salary range for this role is $110,000-$125,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, generous paid time off, and parental leave.
• Significant opportunities for professional development, coaching, and Jewish learning.
• Mentorship and support from colleagues across the Hillel movement.
• Opportunities to travel regionally and abroad, particularly to Israel.
• Plenty of Hillel swag.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Master's degree