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The ED partners closely with clergy and lay leaders to support a thriving congregational community.\nThis role requires seasoned leadership, sound judgment, emotional intelligence, executive functioning, disciplined management, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.\nCore Responsibilities\nOrganizational LeadershipGovernance Execution\nLead day-to-day administration and ensure alignment with the Board of Trustees' strategic goals.\nAdvise the Board proactively on operational issues, risk management, staffing, finance, and facilities.\nImplement policies, systems, and procedures that strengthen efficiency, accountability, and consistency across the organization.\nOversee senior staff meetings, drive cross-functional coordination, and ensure timely follow-through.\nFinancial StewardshipRisk Management\nLead the budgeting process, financial planning, and ongoing financial management of the Temple.\nOversee finance professionals and ensure timely, accurate reporting and compliance with all regulatory requirements.\nPresent monthly and periodic financial statements to the Board and relevant committees, highlighting risks, variances, and recommended actions.\nMaintain appropriate internal controls, cash-flow management, insurance coverage, and financial policies.\nPartner with fundraising leadership to support resource development strategies and donor stewardship.\nStaff Leadership, Human ResourcesCulture\nSupervise all non-clergy staff, establishing clear performance expectations, accountability systems, and professional development pathways.\nLead hiring, performance review, discipline, and dismissal of reporting staff.\nFoster a professional, collaborative, and solutions-oriented work culture.\nEnsure compliance with federal and state employment laws, HR policies, and best practices.\nOperations, FacilitiesCompliance\nEnsure all facilities are safe, well-maintained, and operated efficiently, meeting regulatory and security standards.\nOversee major maintenance, capital projects, and vendor relationships.\nStrengthen operational systems including IT, cybersecurity, software platforms, member data, and administrative workflows.\nEnsure compliance with all relevant legal, educational, financial, and safety requirements.\nCommunications, MembershipCommunity Engagement\nOversee communications staff responsible for internal and external messaging, website, newsletters, and social media.\nProvide leadership for membership engagement strategy to create an inclusive, welcoming, and connected congregational experience.\nPartner with clergy and lay leadership to support programming, community-building, and lifecycle events.\nPreschool Oversight\nSupervise the Director of the Preschool ensuring strong educational operations, financial sustainability, and regulatory compliance.\nRequired Skills and Qualifications\nLeadershipManagement:Proven senior management experience with a track record of building effective teams, managing conflict, creating accountability systems, solving complex organizational problems, and leading through change.\nFinancial Acumen:Demonstrated experience managing budgets, overseeing financial operations, and ensuring compliance and risk management.\nCommunication:Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; able to engage with staff, board members, congregants, donors, and external partners with clarity and professionalism.\nOrganizational Mastery:Strong planning, prioritization, and execution skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and respond quickly to shifting needs.\nTechnical Proficiency:Experience with organizational software systems (database, CRM/membership systems, financial software, communication platforms, and IT/cybersecurity basics).\nKnowledge of Jewish Community Life:Understanding and respect for Reform Jewish values, traditions, and congregational dynamics.\nStrategic Thinking:Ability to translate board vision into operational plans, anticipate future needs, and build systems that support long-term growth and stability.\nTemple B'nai Or (TBO) is a warm and thriving Reform synagogue of more than 375 households, rooted in the heart of Morristown, New Jersey. Proudly affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism, TBO is fully egalitarian and committed to weaving thousands of years of Jewish tradition into contemporary life. 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