Operations & Administration Director

Job Description

Job Description

We are hiring an Operations & Administration Director for our location at 4320 Kimball Bridge Road, Alpharetta, GA 30022. The Operations & Administration Director requires someone with a highly collaborative approach, who is good-natured, compassionate, respectful, dependable, and will roll up their sleeves to help whenever needed.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: [email protected].

The position of GLT Operations & Administration Director involves many priorities and duties that encompass congregational relations, administrative management, facility safety and maintenance, support for educational and social programming, ritual events, vendor and resource management, staff oversight and other ad hoc responsibilities. Applies a budget-conscious and fiscally responsible approach to all duties and responsibilities. Reports to the President and Executive Committee, and works in partnership with the Rabbi, Education Director, Board of Trustees, volunteer committees, and GLT staff members.

Flexible 30 hours, typically 9am to 4pm (w/1-hour lunch break). Expected to be onsite. Occasional evenings and weekends to support programs and events.

Priorities and Responsibilities

Congregational Relations, Communications & Programs

• First point of contact for GLT, including inquiries via phone, in-person, and email. Represents GLT internally and externally.
• Manages congregational communications, GLT calendar, and event planning. Manages the maintenance of the GLT website and social media posts on Facebook and Instagram.
• Manages programs and events planning, logistics, vendors as applicable, and ensures the set up and clean up sanctuary and social hall.
• Manages logistics of weekly ritual events, holiday observances, educational and social programming, and lifecycle events, vendors as applicable, and ensures the set up and clean up.

Office Administration

• Primary point of coordination and scheduling for all usage of the building, manages all vendor and partner relationships. Manages and qualifies the services and invoicing of all third-party vendors and partnerships.
• Maintains front office, filing systems, digital data management and reporting.
• Ensures the purchase, delivery, and inventory of all supplies needed for the school, programs, and events.

Property Facility & Security Management

• Ensures that the grounds, the building, all equipment, and facilities are safe and in working order. Manages maintenance as needed.
• Manages and oversees day-to-day security and all access to the building.

Staff Management & Office Relations

• Supports an engaging and collaborative workplace. Maintains personnel policies & procedures, communicates with the Board on any staff issues and recommends solutions.
• Manages part-time staff: Communications Specialist, Bookkeeper, and Custodian.
• Provides administrative support and collaborates closely with the Rabbi.
• Supports the Education Director, religious school staff, and preschool as needed.

Requirements:

-Minimum of 5 years office management experience, preferably in a non-profit setting. Demonstrated competence in financial management, budgeting.

-Experience with Microsoft Office and database management.

-Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to maintain highly confidential information and discuss personal issues with a respectful and compassionate approach. Strong interpersonal, diplomatic, and collaboration skills to relate effectively to many different populations including staff, congregational members, parents, students, volunteers, and outside agencies.

-Knowledge of building management: security, safety, and maintenance procedures.

-Understanding of Jewish values, rituals, customs and holiday practices, or the willingness to learn them.

These additional skills, competencies, and experience are a significant plus:

- Servant leadership mentality and practice.

- Experience working in a synagogue, knowledge of Shulcloud (or similar CRM system).

- Previous use of social media platforms for membership communications.

- Knowledge of bookkeeping, record keeping, payroll administration and reporting.

- Grant writing experience.

Congregation Gesher L'Torah (GLT), located in Alpharetta, is a vibrant community that embraces and honors every individual's unique story and personal connection to Judaism. We enrich our Jewish identities and foster a life-long love of learning through innovative programs and meaningful experiences. See more about us at

Company Description

Congregation Gesher L'Torah (GLT), located in Alpharetta, is a vibrant community that embraces and honors every individual's unique story and personal connection to Judaism. We enrich our Jewish identities and foster a life-long love of learning through innovative programs and meaningful experiences. See more about us at