Become the new Director of Jewish Life for Bucknell University!

The Office of the Chaplains and Religious Life seeks to develop an inclusive religious and spiritual life community that reflects the overall academic mission of the university. This mission is brought to fruition by providing worship, creating learning and social opportunities, building creative connections between the life of the mind and the life of the spirit, offering opportunities for the education and development of students within their religious and cultural traditions, fostering a safe environment for spiritual and religious exploration, and encouraging respect and civil discourse among diverse religious groups and individuals. The University seeks a Director of Jewish Life who is student-centered, creative, engaging, and will promote Jewish life to the campus community. 

 

The Director of Jewish Life is an 18-month position with the possibility of renewal. The position reports to the University Chaplain and requires some evening and weekend work.



The University seeks a candidate whose experience and expertise will contribute to Bucknell's commitment to diversity and inclusiveness.

 

* Create a vibrant, welcoming, and inclusive atmosphere within the Berelson Center for Jewish Life and on campus.

* Advise Bucknell Hillel and provide mentorship and guidance to the leadership team and members of the organization.

* Coordinate and facilitate Shabbat services and Jewish holiday celebrations. 

* Develop one-on-one relationships with Jewish students utilizing creative methods to engage them.

* Develop Jewish religious, cultural, service, and social gatherings and programs.

* Collaborate and work with the University Chaplain, Chaplain for the Catholic Community, and other religious advisers to promote inter-religious understanding and appreciation for religious diversity. 

* Collaborate with offices within the division of Student Affairs and other university departments to ensure cohesive programming and services. 

* Work with and provide outreach to Bucknell's extended constituencies such as alumni, parents, and the areas Jewish community and Jewish organizations. 

* Attend all departmental and divisional meetings and retreats. 

* Maintain a high degree of visibility and availability to students, staff, and faculty. 

* Perform other duties as assigned.

 

* Bachelor's degree.

* Strong knowledge of Judaism and Jewish life.

* Experience with Jewish programming (experiential learning, Jewish education, Israel engagement, etc.)

* Experience working with young adults in an educational or inter-religious setting. 

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Ability to effectively interface with a wide variety of constituents including students, faculty, staff, prospective students, and alumni.

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. 

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee works in a normal office environment under moderate heat and noise levels.