Clergy Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

The Reform Temple of Rockland is seeking a part-time Clergy Assistant to provide administrative support and assistance to our Rabbi and Cantor.

Clergy Assistant hours are Tuesday - Thursday, 9 AM - 5 PM, at $20 per hour.

The successful candidate must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, energetic, and highly organized. The Clergy Assistant takes direction from and reports to clergy in addition to the Executive Director.

This position demands a high level of professionalism, discretion, empathy, and self-motivation. The Clergy Assistant must maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages clergy calendar, scheduling, and prioritizing appointments.
• Writes correspondence as requested.
• Receive and screen incoming calls and/or visitors to ensure appropriate follow-up to requests.
• Upholds trust and protects operations by keeping information confidential; working with sensitive information and maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Coordinates administrative tasks for lifecycle and holiday events as well as services.
• Creates, copies, and distributes documents as requested.
• Coordinates additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills and Educational Requirements

• Associate’s degree or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading and communication skills.
• Excellent verbal communication, record keeping, Microsoft Office proficiency, organization and time management skills.
• Knowledge of Shulcloud, Notebird, Constant Contact, and Zoom a plus.
• Excellent Telephone skills.
• Accurate and timely completion of work.
• Excellent organizational, team, and independent work skills.
• Prior synagogue experience preferred.