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May 30, 2008. by chana

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of 92YTribeca, the Program Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the planning and administration for Music events, as well as Jewish Culture programs as part of the 92YTribeca program, working with consultants to help administer the Music showcase for the centers Main Stage and other performances in the Front Café,, or producing in-house Jewish culture programming including holiday and Shabbat events, on their own or in collaboration with other 92Y staff members and Rabbinic Interns. The Coordinator will have support administrative functions on-site. The Coordinator will seek to maintain a diverse program that attracts people to 92YTribeca and will work closely with Y staff, consultants, and patrons to ensure that programming fosters a sense of excitement, innovation, fun, creativity, and community. The Coordinator should possess strong social and administrative skills, the ability to multi-task and help sustain outstanding programming.

Position Accountabilities

• Liaise with Consultant Music Curators to the Support the planning and guidance of an exciting, diverse, and innovative music program directed towards the 92YTribeca target audience.
• Organize and Produce in house Jewish culture programming including but not limited to holiday and Shabbat events, using collaborators such as Rabbinic Interns or other 92Y staff in order to create engaging programs directed towards our 92YTrbieca target audience.
• Interface with 92YTribeca clientele during and between events
• Support the Administrative, Business staff, and Consultants in reviewing various budgets and P&L Statements
• Write appealing promotional material for event calendars, and various advertising initiatives
• Work with other 92nd Street Y staff on special projects and institutional events
• Perform and assist in other relevant duties as required

Position Qualifications

Hours of Work: Full Time, 36.25 hours per week which will include two consecutive days off that incorporates one weekend day. Flexibility in schedule including late evening or Sunday day work may be required.
Additional Qualifications:
Preferred:
• Bachelors Degree preferred
• 2 – 3 years experience in planning, coordinating, and leading various music, cultural or group events highly desired
• Strong interest and understanding of the New York Contemporary Music scene that engages the 92YTribeca target audience
• Knowledge and deep understanding to Jewish culture and tradition; interest in Jewish community work
• Experience working in administrative capacity with keen attention to detail required
• Experience working with groups of people in Leadership role
• Strong familiarity with MS Office applications

If interested in applying submit resume with cover letter to:
email: humanresources@92y.org subject line: Program Coordinator, Fax: 212.410.1254 attn: resumes

EOE

Filed under: NYC, Non-Profit.

May 30, 2008. by mc

JCP Early Childhood Center seeks experienced Head, Associate and Assistant early childhood teachers for downtown Jewish Preschool in a warm supportive environment and new spacious facility.

BA required, MA (or in progress) preferred.
Early childhood education experience preferred.

How to Apply:
Send cover letter and resume to:

Sharon Shorofsky Mack, Director
JCP Early Childhood Center
146 Duane Street
New York , NY 10013
or email eccjobs@jcpdowntown.org

Filed under: Education, NYC.

May 29, 2008. by nyjobs

Job Summary:
The Jewish Funders Network is an international agency that provides leadership, programs and services to help Jewish grant makers be more effective and strategic in their philanthropy.

The Communications and Membership Associate is responsible for supporting JFN’s Communications Manager and Director of Membership.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
• Support JFN’s strategies to grow the JFN membership base through marketing, member benefits and customer service to members.
• Implement strategies to improve member value proposition, including event planning, regional donor research, and providing support to members, including technology assistance.
• Maintain and initiate internal and partner content for both the public and the members only website.
• Support all internal and external communications and messages, in partnership with the Communications Manager, including newsletters, email communications, printed materials, online and print media monitoring, as well as press releases and other public relations strategies.

Qualifications:
• Minimum 2 years experience as administrative or program support with experience in marketing and communications.
• Familiarity with new media: online marketing, content and search aggregators, blogging, podcasting, and basic CMSes.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills; demonstrated print and online copyediting experience.
• Ability and commitment to being part of a dynamic staff team
• Entrepreneurial spirit, flexibility
• Ability to maximize the use of technology as a user-friendly, service enhancement benefit of JFN membership;
• Comfort working with wealthy individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Personal commitment to the Jewish philanthropic enterprise
• Dreamweaver, Adobe Photoshop and/or InDesign a plus
• Fluency or proficiency in Hebrew a plus

Filed under: Administrative, Hebrew Speaking, Marketing, NYC.

May 29, 2008. by nyjobs

Responsible for providing administrative support to the Human Resources Department.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Greet visitors, applicants and employees; schedule interviews with HR and internal departments; prepare turndown and offer letters; answer employee inquiries regarding HR policies and forms; provide phone coverage for the Executive Director
  2. Write & post job recruitment ads for the Internet and schools etc.
  3. Process new hire information for Information Services and Accounting
  4. Prepare new hire packets and provide tour of the building to new staff
  5. Prepare policy manuals for distribution
  6. Maintain Internet job postings; print resumes
  7. Manage Employee Discount Program
  8. Order department supplies
  9. Order, prepare and deliver the Birthday candy bags
  10. Provide assistance with Employee Programs i.e., staff recognition, “Take Your Daughters & Sons to Work Day”, Summer and Winter staff events, training etc.
  11. Update and maintain Outlook mailing groups - @Administrative Staff and @Professional Staff
  12. Manage the temp process
  13. Process and maintain HR invoices and bills
  14. Prepare jury duty and employment verification letters for staff
  15. Provide backup support for securing background checks and reference checks
  16. Special projects as directed

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES:

BA Degree/HR Degree preferred.  Outstanding interpersonal skills, flexibility, team spirit; ability to set priorities and meet deadlines; general HR knowledge; ability to multitask; excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel); excellent verbal and written communication skills; detail oriented, analytical and problem solver.

About the Organization

The world’s largest local philanthropy, UJA-Federation of New York cares for those in need, rescues those in harm’s way, and renews and strengthens the Jewish people in New York, in Israel, and around the world. Funds raised by UJA-Federation sustain the activities of more than 100 health, human-service, educational, and community agencies. Every day, these community-based organizations provide a multitude of services that improve and enhance people’s lives. For more information, visit UJA-Federation’s website at www.ujafedny.org

Filed under: Administrative, Human Resources, NYC.

May 29, 2008. by jewishcenter

Executive Director/COO

The Jewish Center is seeking an executive director who is a leader and an experienced manager, who will work well with a dynamic community that has a clear vision and an appreciation for professionalism and dedication.

The Jewish Center, an Upper West Side synagogue with membership of over 600 family units, is a Modern Orthodox center for Jewish life and learning providing a full schedule of weekly and Shabbat services, classes, lecture series and programming for members of all ages. In addition our vision for the future includes relating to the broader Jewish community with opportunities for meaningful Jewish engagement.

The executive director should be a highly creative, organized and motivated individual with relevant experience to build upon our momentum by participating in and leading this next phase of growth, efficiently managing day-to-day operations, and increasing overall revenue and growth. With his/her leadership, imagination and enthusiasm, s/he will lead our vibrant 90 year old institution into its next century.

Responsibilities:

Business Management:
• Oversee day-to-day operations
• Manage the annual budget in excess of $2million and streamline productivity
• Manage capital improvement projects; excitingly we are in the midst of building out our 6th and 7th floors
• Supervise the administrative staff, work closely with the clergy, and liaise with the membership, lay leadership and the broader community
• Identify trends by monitoring actual financial results compared to budget
• Maximize and increase revenues through creative and strategic fund raising
• Oversee maintenance and operations of the website and all information systems whether in electronic, print and other media
• Supervise the annual dinner, Yom Kippur Appeal, holiday meals and other special events
• Oversee all direct member services, including life-cycle events
• Create and implement systems to maximize operational efficiency

Facilities Management (of an 11 floor building):
• Maintenance and operation of the premises
• Supervision of contractual relationships with tenants, vendors, lessees and suppliers
• Management of occasional rentals and relations with caterers and party planners

Qualifications:
• Superior organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team with the clergy and officers
• Thorough knowledge of Jewish communal practices
• Experience with spreadsheets, databases, and media

For more information about the Jewish Center, visit our website www.jewishcenter.org

Experience: Bachelor degree, 5 years experience.
Compensation: Competitive package commensurate with experience

Please submit cover letters and resumes to: jewishcenterjobs@gmail.com
with “Executive Director/COO Application” and your name in the subject line.

Filed under: Administrative, Business Analysis, Management, NYC.

May 28, 2008. by Bluestone

A Manhattan based boutique commercial real estate firm is aggressively seeking to train in ambitious and motivated individuals as brokers. We are looking to take advantage of the current market conditions. Attractive draw available.

Contact Lisa Butler at: lbutler@bluestonegrp.com

Filed under: Banking, Commission Only, Financial, Full Time, Management, Mortgage, NYC, Real Estate, Sales.

May 26, 2008. by mc

UJA-Federation of New York’s Commission on Jewish Identity and Renewal (COJIR) seeks to hire a part-time (25 hours per week) Campership Coordinator. Campership is an incentive program designed to promote increased enrollment in residential Jewish camps. The Campership coordinator will manage all of the administrative functions of the Campership initiative of New York and will serve as a member of the professional team working to encourage a culture of residential Jewish camping in the community.

Major Responsibilities:
• Serve as primary contact for general inquiries related to Campership from synagogues, families, community members, and collaborating organizations
• Plan meetings with synagogues, camps, and collaborating organizations
• Design and manage the Campership initiative application processes and procedures with key stakeholders
• Communicate with Campership professionals on application and selection processes
• Execute mailings and correspondence
• Work on Campership marketing and communications materials in coordination with COJIR staff, other departments, and agencies
• Serve as the Campership website liaison
• Maintain relevant lists, databases, files, and web links
• Complete regular reports on Campership data

About the Organization:
The world’s largest local philanthropy, UJA-Federation of New York cares for those in need, rescues those in harm’s way, and renews and strengthens the Jewish people in New York, in Israel, and around the world. Funds raised by UJA-Federation sustain the activities of more than 100 health, human-service, educational, and community agencies. Every day, these community-based organizations provide a multitude of services that improve and enhance people’s lives. For more information, visit UJA-Federation’s website at www.ujafedny.org.

Necessary Skills and Experience:
This position may require occasional field visits in the New York area. The ideal candidate is technologically savvy, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. The ability to relate to different types of individuals in a helpful and courteous manner by phone, in person, and by e-mail is critical. Experience working in professional settings, with teams and independently, is preferred. The candidate must be detail oriented, flexible, organized, and able to prioritize tasks and keep organized filing systems.

Application Instructions:
E-mail a cover letter and resume to jobs@ujafedny.org with “Camp” in the subject line.

Filed under: Administrative, NYC, Part Time.

May 26, 2008. by mc

The New Country Day Camp is located on the beautiful 75-acre Henry Kaufman Campgrounds woodland site on Staten Island. Summer camp activities include swimming, boating, sports, hiking, picnicking and more. Jewish culture is threaded throughout the camp experience, including Hebrew songs and dance, skits, challah baking and Oneg Shabbat.
Our campers and staff travel together each day by air-conditioned bus from Park Slope to our beautiful, forest like, campgrounds in Staten Island, about 40 minutes away.

Counselors are the direct contact between camp and campers. At all times, the counselors are interacting with their groups, always encouraging, instructing, and supervising their campers. They are the positive role models that help each camper have a successful summer. Each counselor will work in one of six Units that form the basic structure of camp life: Team Sports, Arts and Crafts, Theater Workshop, Gymnastics, Camping/Cooking/Pioneering, and Newcomers (a sampling of all activities for five- and six-year-olds). Counselors always support the vision and mission of the 14th Street Y and serve as a role model for campers and staff.

Safety is counselor’s #1 priority. Counselors are responsible for the health, safety, and general welfare of each camper. Counselors will attend all pre-camp orientations; participate and assist in all activities; be accountable for assigned campers at all times during the camp day; set and maintain standards of conduct, punctuality, group cooperation, conflict resolution, and encourage enthusiasm, positive group atmosphere, and fun. Camp counselors also keep records of camper attendance, activity, behavior, injuries/accidents, etc.; provide quality supervision in the locker rooms during all changing periods and assist campers at bus arrival and departure.

Qualifications: Experience working with children (ages Kindergarten through 6th grade). B.A. or current college student preferred. This is a perfect opportunity for education majors!

How to Apply:
Please forward a cover letter and resume by fax to (212) 228-1178 or by e-mail to campjobs@edalliance.org (in MS-Word or TEXT format).

The Educational Alliance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, gender, religion, national origin, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, or sexual orientation. Accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals requiring them.

Filed under: Education, Summer Jobs.

May 26, 2008. by joe

Essential Duties:

  1. Greets visitors
  2. Answers telephone and take messages
  3. Type memos, reports, and correspondence for program director
  4. Type correspondence for supervisor and case managers
  5. Maintains inventory of office supplies, janitorial supplies, office equipment, and other supplies
  6. Maintains record of repair requests, work orders, assignments, and
  7. assists program director in assigning and/ or ordering repairs.
  8. Maintains reports of staff attendance, time sheets and rent collection
  9. Schedule intake appointments
  10. Maintains monthly census reports
  11. Prepares and inputs program data into computer.
  12. Collates and distributes mail.
  13. Must be able to prioritize assignments to completion and maintain schedule for required reporting of census data input for HRA and CAIRS systems.

Qualification:

  1. Proficient in Microsoft Office
  2. Must be organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Email resumes to mruiz@metcouncil.org . Place in subject line Administrative Assistant-Bronx, NY

mruiz@metcouncil.org

Filed under: Administrative, Bronx.

May 23, 2008. by nyjobs

SafeZone 24 is a premier full service security company which provides a wide range of security solutions for homes, businesses, public and religious organizations.

SafeZone24 is actively seeking an experienced full time technician/installer to install/service burglar alarms, phone systems and security cameras.

This is a challenging opportunity in a growing security/low voltage company offering career growth, excellent working environment and competitive salary.

Responsibilities:

  1. Manage projects from start-to-finish
  2. Install cables, burglar alarm, security cameras, office phone system
  3. Program, test, and troubleshoot all devices
  4. Train customers

Requirements:

  1. 3-5 years experience installing and servicing alarm/phone/camera systems
  2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  3. Strong customer service and problem-solving abilities
  4. Attention to detail and proven ability to produce quality work
  5. Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  6. Ability to communicate technical issues to customers
  7. Ability to multi-task
  8. Drivers license with a clean record
  9. High School diploma or GED

To Apply:
Please submit your resume, product certifications, salary requirements and a detailed list of the products that you are experienced with.

sz24@safezone24.com

EOE

Filed under: Brooklyn, Security, Skilled Tradesman, Technical.