Youth Engagement Associate

Overview Title: Youth Engagement Associate Location: This position is based in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, with required in-person hours. Some remote hours are possible. About Beth El Beth El Synagogue is a dynamic Jewish community that inspires members of all ages to embrace Torah, Avodah, and G’milut Chesed. We are a Conservative, Egalitarian synagogue. About Beth El’s Youth Department Beth El’s Youth Department engages hundreds of young people, from newborns and their families to high school seniors - and everyone in between! Opportunities to participate in and learn about Jewish life abound for youth of all ages. Regular, formal programming begins at 2 years-old with weekly Childcare on Shabbat mornings. It continues with BESTY, our Shabbat morning camp-style program for elementary schoolers. After our students become B’Mitzvah, they engage in one or more of our teen programs - in particular our youth group, BERUSY. About the Youth Engagement Associate Beth El’s first-ever Youth Engagement Associate is both a behind-the-scenes and front-facing role, serving roughly 50% of their time in each way. They support the Director and the operations of the Youth Department in administrative and congregant-facing ways. Core Responsibilities Coordinate and maintain department logistics and operations (calendars, registrations, rosters, etc) Supervise and support young people during events/gatherings/programs Support communications across the department between young people, families, faculty, and staff Support department events/gatherings/programs (communicate with staff, gather materials, set up spaces, etc) Otherwise assist Youth Department staff and faculty in their work with young people Requirements and Relevant Experience You will be a qualified candidate and an excellent fit if you… Are highly-organized, driven, and able to work collaboratively and independently Can lift 30-40 lbs Enjoy working with young people of all ages Have spent some years working in education and/or youthwork spaces (camp, school, youth group) Maintain positive and professional relationships with young people Understand Jewish communal life (culture, education, holiday/lifecycle) Work comfortably with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 Hours: ~8-10 hours per week Saturday mornings, 8:30am - 12:00pm (in-person) Some Tuesday evenings, 6:30pm - 9:00pm (in-person) Occasional other weeknights and weekend evenings (in-person) Administrative hours to be determined (in-person to start) Salary and Terms Part-Time, Year-Round, Non-Exempt $20 - $25 / hour, based on experience Reporting Structure The Youth Engagement Associate reports to the Director of Youth Engagement. It is a crucial support role, not a supervisory role. Work Environment Beth El Synagogue is committed to a culture that believes in work-life balance. Our professional team works collaboratively and supports one another in a positive work environment. We strive to create a supportive schedule in partnership that honors your personal needs and your professional responsibilities. To Apply Please send your résumé and a cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io. Our application period will close on July 31, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr Beth El Synagogue