Membership Engagement & Events Coordinator

Sinai Temple•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$70,500 - $73,500•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Program Director and Senior Clergy, this full-time position will play a pivotal role in meeting the needs of our Temple members. Through both relationship building efforts and the planning and implementation of diverse programs designed to meet the needs of identified micro-communities, this position will be on the front lines of membership recruitment, membership retention and relationship building. S/he will have an integral role in creating processes that support and build an ecosystem at Sinai Temple where both current members and prospective members experience Sinai as their second home- a place where they are known by name, feel connected to a micro-community of like minded people, and feel supported through life’s peaks and valleys. The individual in this position will exercise independent judgement and discretion on important items, including: the planning and implementation of opportunities for social, professional and spiritual growth for multiple groups at Sinai Temple, including, but not limited to: individuals and couples in their 20s and 30s; “Empty Nesters”- individuals with young adult children, growing families, and others. In this role, this individual will support the planning and execution of diverse Sinai Temple events. S/he will resourcefully problem-solve, be a welcoming and warm presence for our constituents and ensure a positive and meaningful experience for program participants.

Requirements

Creative thinker
Self-motivated, takes pride in his/her work
Ability to complete tasks with minimal “hand-holding”
Detail oriented and committed to quality
Positive attitude
Genuine interest and enthusiasm for the mission and activities of Sinai Temple
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Warm, engaging personality
Flexible and energetic
Adept problem-solver
Team player and have the ability to work well with little or no supervision under pressure
Aptitude for self-reflection to the betterment of events
Capability to deal well with criticism and feedback
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Outlook
Comfort with social media
Comfort with google forms, registration platforms, etc.

Responsibilities

Collaborate and brainstorm with Senior Clergy on strategic approaches related to membership recruitment, engagement, and retention.
Develop and implement an effective onboarding program, welcoming new members into the Sinai Temple community.
Conduct new member intake conversation and guide new members through the enrollment process.
Input and maintain accurate new member dues information in Excel.
Meaningful data collection on new members- identify what they are looking for from a synagogue and use that information to proactively connect them with the appropriate interest groups within our community.
Coordinate a New Member Mentor Program, thoughtfully pairing new members with established members to help them navigate synagogue life.
Connect new members to clergy and staff in an intentional and thoughtful manner.
Develop intentional efforts for Year #2 members.
Create and implement new member orientation experiences (building tour, clergy/staff meet and greet, overview of opportunities, welcome bags, etc).
Develop micro communities and relational networks.
Launch 2-4 professional affinity groups (e.g., medical, legal/finance, entertainment/real estate, education/ nonprofit, etc.).
Intentionally facilitate connections between members to foster personal g.
Share relevant information about members (pastoral, fundraising etc) to Executive Director and clergy.
Attend and support Membership Committee meetings.
In collaboration with the Program Director, conceptualize, plan, implement and evaluate demographic specific programs to meet diverse needs and wants, supporting the relationship building.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the ATID community, with a strong understanding of and connection to the experiences, interests, and needs of members in their 20s and 30s.
Coordinate run monthly Ted(z"l)& Hedy(z"l) Orden and Family Friday Night Lives.
Create, update, send weekly newsletter to the ATID community.
Assist with execution of community wide events and programs (e.g., High Holy Days, Purim Carnival, Community Seder, etc.).
Plan and coordinate Micro-Community events throughout the year, each designed to engage specific member demographics or life stages (i.e. young professionals, empty nesters, etc.).
Work collaboratively with Temple Communications Manager to effectively market all engagement opportunities for members, including eblasts, social media promos and more.
Act as Staff Point at Sinai Temple events ensuring that programming runs smoothly from start to finish.
Converse comfortably with the public in an outgoing, friendly, and professional manner.
Be available to Executive Director as needed for emergent projects and assignments.
Attend High Holy Day services to assist with smooth implementation of HHD operation.
Attend and monitor at Shabbat services once a month - to be pre-arranged.
Attend weekly staff meetings.