POSTED ON July 08, 2026
Central Synagogue is one of the leading and largest Reform congregations in the country. Located in Midtown Manhattan, Central’s reach includes more than 3,600 member families, a livestream community numbering in the hundreds of thousands, and more than 800 students, from birth through twelfth grade, in the Nursery and Religious Schools. It has long played a significant role in the national Reform movement and is known for its innovation and leadership in worship, leading to a greatly expanded audience over the last two decades.
Central Synagogue works toward a world in which Judaism is core to the lives of Central members and Jews everywhere and is a profound and positive force for humanity. Central continually redefines what it means to be Jewish today, both within the Synagogue community and far beyond the Synagogue’s walls. The diverse clergy and professional team work in collaboration with lay leadership to build deep and enduring relationships among Central members, creating a caring, dynamic, and joyful community.
Central Synagogue is an inclusive and welcoming community. The Synagogue encourages participation from all who seek a connection to Jewish life and want to be part of its sacred community regardless of religious background, race, ethnicity, gender, ability, socioeconomic status, political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Central is committed to being an open tent, welcoming all people, including those who have been historically and institutionally marginalized or excluded from the Jewish community.
The Synagogue is well resourced, has over 100 staff members, and is governed by a 31-member Board of Trustees. Learn more at www.centralsynagogue.org .
The Religious School Operations Administrator works closely with multiple areas of the department and provides operational support for the Religious School. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, efficiency, confidentiality, and the ability to coordinate time-sensitive communications across departments and with congregants.
Reports To
Director of the Religious School
Status
Full-time, Non-Exempt, Eligible for Overtime
School Year Hours
Monday: 12:00 PM–7:00 PM
Tuesday–Thursday: 10:00 AM–7:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM–4:30 PM
Occasional evening and weekend work required.
Summer Hours
9:00 AM–5:30 PM
Additional Expectations
Expected to work some High Holy Days.
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Serve as liaison between the LCLJ (excluding Nursery School) and Operations, Facilities, and Security.
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Coordinate logistics for all Religious School programming, including room reservations, event setup, food orders, audiovisual needs, and related planning.
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Order office and program supplies.
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Book flights, buses, hotels, and other travel arrangements for LCLJ trips and events.
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Reconcile LCLJ credit card expenses.
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Provide daily operational support including signage, snacks, guest management, student sign-in, early pickups, and special events.
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Understand departmental and Synagogue goals, policies, procedures, and standards.
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Support the collaborative work and culture of both the Education Department and the broader Synagogue.
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High degree of integrity, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
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Excellent independent judgment and decision-making skills.
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Strong attention to detail and execution.
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Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across departments.
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Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
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Enthusiastic, flexible, and solutions-oriented.
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Takes initiative, anticipates needs, and adapts to changing priorities.
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Professional demeanor and positive attitude.
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Able to remain calm and effective under pressure.
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Strong email and telephone etiquette.
Manages sensitive information appropriately while maintaining confidentiality. Represents the Director of the Religious School and Central Synagogue professionally both internally and externally. Collaborates closely with administrative and education staff to ensure consistency in communication and teamwork.
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Bachelor’s degree required.
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Knowledge of synagogue life and Jewish education preferred.
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1–2 years of administrative support experience or equivalent.
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Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and databases.
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Knowledge of Zoom and Microsoft Teams preferred.
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Salesforce experience is a strong plus.
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Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
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Ability to establish and re-establish priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Ability to clearly communicate policies and procedures with patience and professionalism.
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Strong attention to detail and data entry skills.
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Self-starter with initiative and excellent follow-through.
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Professional, collaborative, and mature approach to teamwork.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify duties and responsibilities at any time.
Expected Salary Range: $55,000–$60,000 annually.
Central Synagogue offers an extensive benefits package designed to support the needs of our diverse and dedicated staff. Compensation is commensurate with experience and determined based on factors including skills, knowledge, education, training, specialization, and overall experience. The salary range represents the Synagogue’s good-faith estimate at the time of posting.
Four days per week in the office and one remote day on Friday. Remote work may vary depending on the operational needs of the Youth & Family Education Department.
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