Nonprofit
Published 2/23/26 4:43PM

Director of Operations

On-site, Work must be performed in or near Newton, MA
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Full Time
    Start Date:
    May 1, 2026
    Education:
    2-Year Degree Required
    Experience Level:
    Director
    Salary:
    USD $80,000 - $100,000 / year
    Cause Areas:
    Religion & Spirituality

    Description

    About Temple Beth Avodah

    Temple Beth Avodah is a vibrant and welcoming Reform Jewish congregation with approximately 450 households. We serve a diverse, multi-generational community, and strive to create an inclusive environment where congregants, staff, and lay leaders work together to support a thriving Jewish community. Our staff has a strong collaborative approach and values each staff member’s unique contributions.

    Position Summary

    The Director of Operations translates strategic priorities into effective systems and processes, serving as the primary steward of day-to-day operations and internal infrastructure. This position reports to and partners closely with the Executive Director and supervises administrative, technological, and facilities-related functions.

    Core Responsibilities

    Operations

    • Oversee day-to-day administrative operations of the synagogue
    • Serve as the primary owner of office systems, workflows, and procedures
    • Ensure adequate office coverage for phones, door, and basic administrative needs
    • Supervise Office Assistant

    Systems & Technology

    • Oversee office technology including phones, copiers, software, and staff equipment
    • Coordinate with IT vendors and troubleshoot systems issues
    • Oversee audio visual equipment throughout the building including sound system, video streaming, and projection systems
    • Ensure staff are trained and supported in core systems (e.g., Microsoft tools, CRM)

    Facilities & Security

    • Supervise Facilities Manager
    • Oversee building insurance coordination
    • Develop and maintain security protocols and training
    • Lead long-term facilities planning in partnership with ED and Facilities Manager

    Human Resources Operations

    • Supervise payroll assistant in processes and submissions
    • Support administration of employee benefits
    • Manage onboarding and offboarding processes
    • Maintain personnel files and compliance documentation
    • Support HR compliance and policy implementation (final authority remains with ED)

    Administration

    • Oversee donation recording and acknowledgement process
    • Support financial administration such as invoice submission and payment follow up and check deposits and online payments
    • Oversee rental contracts and payments

    Qualifications

    • 5+ years of operations, administration, or nonprofit management experience
    • Strong organizational and technological skills (training in specific systems will be provided)
    • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
    • Comfort supervising staff and managing vendors

    Schedule

    This is a full-time, salaried exempt position with in-office attendance expected Monday-Friday. The typical schedule is approximately 7:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m. in order to provide adequate building coverage. The Director of Operations is expected to manage responsibilities in alignment with organizational needs, which may require flexibility and a change in hours as needed. Start date for this position is May 1, 2026 with flexibility to begin before or after that date for the right candidate.

    Benefits

    Paid time off

    Health & dental insurance

    Long term disability insurance

    Parental leave

    Location

    On-site
    45 Puddingstone Ln, Newton, MA 02459, USA

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