Rabbi/Spiritual Leader

$60k - $75k
Full-time

Brattleboro Area Jewish Community

Overview

The Brattleboro Area Jewish Community (BAJC), Congregation Shir Heharim (Song of the Mountains), is seeking an inspiring and compassionate Rabbi to guide our vibrant, URJ-affiliated community of over 100 households. This role offers the opportunity to foster connection, growth, and Jewish traditions in a beautiful Vermont town.

BAJC seeks a spiritual leader who is:

  • Committed to welcoming and serving all community members
  • An inclusive and inspiring, and community-centric ritual leader
  • A motivated and organized independent and collaborative worker

A clear and compassionate communicator

Responsibilities

  • Lead spiritual services and rituals, including High Holidays, Shabbat, Passover Seder, and other Jewish holidays.
  • Provide pastoral care and spiritual guidance (e.g., counseling, life cycle events, visiting the sick & mourning).
  • Oversee youth education programs, b’nei mitzvah preparation, and adult learning opportunities
  • Actively engage in Jewish community-building efforts and interfaith organizing.
  • Collaborate with the board on strategic planning and community goals.

Community Description:

Brattleboro, Vermont, is a charming and progressive rural community nestled in the Connecticut River Valley, near the five college region of Northampton, Mass, and a few-hour trip from Boston and New York. Known for its thriving arts scene, vibrant farmers’ markets, and year-round outdoor activities, Brattleboro offers an exceptional quality of life. Our close-knit and inclusive community makes it a wonderful place to live, connect, and grow.

Work Remotely: no

Qualifications:

  • Formal rabbinical or cantorial ordination is greatly preferred. Equivalent training or spiritual leadership experience may be considered for an exceptional candidate.
  • Exceptional communication, pastoral, and teaching skills.
  • Willingness to live in or near Brattleboro, Vermont.

Preferred:

  • Experience leading music in services.
  • Experience with children and adult educational curriculum development and coordination.

Position Start Date: July 1, 2025

Benefits:

.75 FTE and 10-month position with opportunity for growth
4 weeks paid time off per year 
Flexible schedule and workload options for the right candidate
Additional benefits may be negotiated based on individual needs

Salary Range: $60,000-$75,000

Send resumes and cover letter to:

View email address on rabbicareers.com

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