Executive Director@Temple Sinai Stamford CT

Temple Sinai is a vibrant and inclusive Reform Jewish congregation located in Stamford, CT. With over 400 member families, we are a welcoming community that values joyful worship, lifelong learning, and meaningful connections. At Temple Sinai, we embrace diversity and inclusivity, fostering a sacred space where people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities can come together to grow spiritually, engage in impactful action, and celebrate Jewish life. The synagogue’s community reflects all ages, races, genders and backgrounds. We are progressive, incorporating music, social action and innovative educational opportunities into our worship.

We are seeking an exceptional Executive Director to join our team and help lead the operational, financial, and administrative aspects of our synagogue. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring that Temple Sinai continues to thrive as a center for Jewish life while supporting our mission, vision, and values.

Temple Sinai is more than just a synagogue – it’s a sacred community dedicated to inclusivity, innovation, and spiritual growth. As our Executive Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our congregation while working alongside passionate clergy, staff, and volunteers who are committed to making a difference in Jewish life locally and beyond.

Who We Are Looking For

• Passionate about community building: You thrive in creating connections and fostering relationships with members, clergy, staff, and lay leaders.
• A strategic thinker: You bring expertise in operational management and financial oversight to ensure the synagogue’s long-term sustainability.
• Organized and detail-oriented: You excel at managing complex systems, from facilities to technology to event logistics.
• Collaborative and empathetic: You work effectively with diverse stakeholders while maintaining a warm and approachable demeanor.
• Knowledgeable about Jewish life: You understand Jewish traditions, rituals, and holidays and are committed to supporting the unique needs of a Reform congregation

Principal Accountabilities

The Executive Director provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and financial management to ensure the synagogue’s mission and goals are effectively achieved. In close collaboration with the Rabbi, Board of Trustees, staff and volunteers, the Executive Director will foster a dynamic and thriving environment while effectively overseeing daily operations, finances, technology and human capital.

• People Management – supervise all non-clergy staff, promote professional development, implement change management and oversee administration of volunteer activities while fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for staff and volunteers
• Operations Management – oversee all daily operations and administration of synagogue, including technology, project management, security, vendors, and maintenance and improvement of facilities/grounds.
• Financial Management – develop and manage annual budgets, oversee bookkeeping, payroll, reporting, fund management, expense management; support and implement fundraising strategies and processes.
• Congregational Engagement – build and maintain strong relationships with synagogue members, leaders, Board of Trustees; oversee program and event implementation.

Knowledge and Skills

• Experience managing cross-functional teams, vendors, facilities, operations, finances
• Professional temperament, empathy, interpersonal skills
• Independent self-starter, who can balance multiple priorities
• Attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to collaborate with others in managing large events
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Effective organizational skills
• Proficiency in leveraging technology for operations management (e.g. CRM systems)
• Forward thinking, flexible and driven; able to take initiative and identify areas of need in short- and long-term.
• Solid understanding of synagogue life, including Jewish traditions, rituals and holidays

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Proven experience (5+ years) in senior leadership role, preferably in a non-profit or religious organization
• Experience in facilities management
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, expense management and fundraising
• Ability to work collaboratively with clergy, staff, leaders, volunteers, and community organizations

Temple Sinai offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Competitive benefits and time off package
• Professional development opportunities

To apply for this position, please submit resume and cover letter to jobs@templesinaistamford.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position has been filled.

For more information about Temple Sinai, visit our website at www.templesinaistamford.org.

Temple Sinai is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We look forward to welcoming an Executive Director who will help us continue to thrive as a center for Jewish life!