Admissions Recruiter and Jewish Ideas Fellowship Director

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

  About Hebrew Union College

Founded in 1875, Hebrew Union College (HUC) is North America's leading institution of higher Jewish education and the center for professional leadership development of Reform Judaism. With campuses in Cincinnati, Jerusalem, Los Angeles, and New York, HUC educates rabbis, cantors, Jewish educators, nonprofit leaders, and scholars while advancing Jewish scholarship and learning worldwide.

Our mission is to build vibrant Progressive Judaism by educating visionary leaders, advancing Jewish scholarship, and studying Jewish life through an open, egalitarian, inclusive, and pluralistic lens.

Position Summary

Hebrew Union College is seeking a dynamic and relationship-oriented professional to serve in a dual part-time role as Admissions Recruiter (Los Angeles) and Jewish Ideas Fellowship Director . This position averages 20 hours per week and combines student recruitment with leadership development for emerging Jewish leaders.

As the Admissions Recruiter , the successful candidate will serve as the primary recruitment representative for the Los Angeles campus and Southern California region, meeting with prospective students both in person and virtually to guide them through the admissions process and explore opportunities for rabbinical education.

As the Jewish Ideas Fellowship Director , the successful candidate will oversee HUC's Jewish Ideas Fellowship by designing and managing a leadership development experience for emerging Jewish leaders while cultivating meaningful relationships with fellows, mentors, alumni, faculty, and partner organizations.

This position is based in Los Angeles , with an expectation of working on campus approximately 1–2 days per week . Fellowship responsibilities are conducted primarily via Zoom and telephone.

Essential Responsibilities- Admissions Recruitment

Prospective Student Engagement

• Meet regularly with prospective students to provide guidance throughout the discernment and admissions process.
• Conduct outreach to prospective applicants through alumni, current students, and community partners.
• Coach prospective students as they explore graduate education, rabbinical school, and vocational discernment.
• Respond to questions regarding HUC academic programs, admissions requirements, and institutional policies.
• Maintain detailed records of applicant interactions using ActiveCampaign and other recruitment systems.
• Connect prospective students with HUC classes, programming, and educational opportunities to strengthen their preparation for graduate study.
• Refer applicants to the Hebrew Learning Support Coordinator, when appropriate, to develop individualized Hebrew learning plans.
• Connect prospective students with trained alumni mentors who can provide guidance throughout the discernment process.

Recruitment Strategy & Outreach

• Partner with the Associate Director of Recruitment & Partnership Development, Rabbinical School Director, Student Ambassadors, and the Dean of the Los Angeles campus to develop and execute recruitment strategies throughout Los Angeles and Southern California.
• Build and maintain relationships with synagogues, Jewish organizations, campus partners, and community leaders.
• Coordinate recruitment events, open houses, admitted student programs, and prospective student visits.
• Represent HUC at recruitment events, conferences, and community gatherings.

Recruitment Travel

• Travel outside Southern California approximately 2–3 times annually , as needed, to recruit at college campuses, conferences, and Jewish community events.
• Submit activity and reimbursement reports in accordance with HUC travel policies.

Jewish Ideas Fellowship

• Design, launch, and manage the Jewish Ideas Fellowship to cultivate emerging Jewish leaders.
• Recruit, engage, and support fellowship participants throughout the program.
• Develop relationships with alumni, educators, mentors, and partner organizations to strengthen fellowship programming.
• Coordinate fellowship communications, marketing, website content, and social media in partnership with the Office of Recruitment and Admissions.
• Collect, analyze, and report participant demographics, engagement, and program outcomes.
• Train alumni and partner organizations to support recruitment efforts and leadership development.
• Mentor fellowship participants as they deepen their Jewish identities and explore their roles as future Jewish leaders.

Collaboration & Team Participation

• Participate in regular Office of Recruitment and Admissions team meetings.
• Collaborate with colleagues to coordinate admissions activities, marketing initiatives, recruitment travel, and program communications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervision

This position reports to the Associate Director of Recruitment & Partnership Development . Regular supervision meetings will occur one to two times each month, with additional meetings as needed.

Requirements:

Qualifications

Education

One of the following is required:

• Ordination (Rabbinical or Cantorial) from an accredited Jewish seminary; or
• Master's degree in Jewish Education, Jewish Nonprofit Management, or a closely related field.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience serving as a Jewish professional within the North American Jewish community.
• Experience leading groups, fellowships, educational programs, or leadership development initiatives.
• Experience recruiting, mentoring, coaching, or advising students or emerging leaders preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and coaching skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to mentor and develop emerging Jewish leaders.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, with accurate documentation and recordkeeping.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently.
• Knowledge of FERPA regulations and the ability to maintain confidential information.
• Proficiency with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and virtual meeting platforms.
• Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and maintaining positive relationships with applicants, students, alumni, and community partners.

Compensation

• Part-Time, Non-Exempt
• 20 hours per week (average)
• $55.00–$60.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Employment term: August 15, 2026 - June 30, 2027 
• Hours worked must be accurately recorded each week in HUC's payroll system.

Work Environment

This position follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring an on-campus presence in Los Angeles approximately 1–2 days per week , with the remainder of responsibilities performed remotely. Occasional evening and weekend work, along with limited travel, may be required to support recruitment events and fellowship programming.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Why Join Hebrew Union College?

At Hebrew Union College, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of Jewish leadership by recruiting, mentoring, and inspiring the next generation of rabbis and Jewish professionals. You'll join a collaborative, mission-driven community dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and strengthening Jewish life throughout North America.

Hebrew Union College is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.