Careers

Employment Type: Full Time, Year-Round, Salaried (Exempt)
Special Considerations: Evening and occasional weekend availability is essential. Full availability for annual May Festival (with the next edition being May 8-26, 2019) is a requirement.
Salary: $40,000/annual
Benefits: Health, vacation and retirement benefits. Transportation and gym access benefits.

JxJ

Presented by the Edlavitch DCJCC, JxJ is a new multidisciplinary arts project that encompasses the Washington Jewish Film Festival and the Washington Jewish Music Festival alongside cutting edge hybrid arts programming—all presented as one annual three-week experience taking over the greater Washington region in May.
One of the largest and most respected Jewish film festivals in North America, the Washington Jewish Film Festival (WJFF) is an international exhibition of cinema that celebrates the diversity of Jewish history, culture and experience through the moving image. The WJFF is going into its 29th year.
Established in 1999 with a lead gift from the Howard and Geraldine Polinger Family Foundation, the Washington Jewish Music Festival (WJMF) promotes a broad appreciation of Jewish culture through presentations of extraordinary performing artists who preserve and invigorate Jewish music in contemporary culture.
Between the Festival and year-round programming, JxJ attracts over 25,000 patrons annually across 150+ events.

Role

The Production Coordinator provides logistical and administrative support for the annual JxJ Festival and related year-round programming.

Responsibilities

• Managing, recruiting and training of volunteers
• Box Office and Venue Management
  • Prepping events in JxJ ticketing system
  • Arranging for proper supplies to be sent out for each venue (radios, box office equipment, printers, surveys, etc…). Managing hardware inventory to support events.
  • During festival, working closely with seasonal box office staff to support customer service needs of patrons
  • Ensures the creation of production timelines, pack lists, and floor plans for all events
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of JxJ events in Festival database
• Film Print Traffic: managing all incoming and outgoing film shipments, and organizing related tech checks.
• Liaising with filmmakers to ensure completion of, and compliance with, screening agreements.
• Music production: liaising with the Festival’s technical contractors and artists to ensure compliance with tech riders, backline requirements and sound checks.
• On-site support for Festival programs, including, but not limited to assisting with event production and logistics related to A/V, lighting, promos, and crowd flow for film and music presentations.
• General administrative and logistical support as needed.

Qualifications

1-3 years of event productions experience, preferably in the arts
BA degree of higher
Passion for film and music programming
Outstanding collaborator and team player
Pro-active problem solver
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to multitask and work calmly under tight deadlines
Ability to participate ‘hands on’ in all aspect of event setup, management and breakdown

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to alexisr@edcjcc.org. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Please use “Production Coordinator” in the email subject line. We thank everyone who applies for their interest, but only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Edlavitch DC Jewish Community Center (EDCJCC) seeks a mid-level development professional to join our Development and Marketing Team. This position will report to the Director of Development and Marketing and will work collaboratively with the Director of Development and Marketing, Chief Executive Officer, and director level staff throughout the institution.

The Development Officer will provide support for day-to-day development operations including but not limited to responsibilities listed below:

• Prospect Research: Conduct research on corporate, foundation and individual donor prospects, prepare prospect briefings, and assist with tracking of prospect activity.
• Event Support: Collaborate with Director of Development and Marketing, Director level program staff, and Executive team to plan new and/or existing cultivation events and occasionally take the lead on facilitating said events;
• Proposal and Report Development: Generate content for donor/sponsor proposals, applications, ask sheets, and other related collateral materials.
• Endowment Management and Reporting: oversee distribution and use of Endowment Funds by programs and issue annual Endowment reports to funders.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

Full time preferred; open to part time. Full time days and hours of work are generally 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday. Occasional evening and weekend hours will be required.

Salary

Commensurate with experience.

Qualifications, skills, and experience required:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least four years’ fundraising experience.
• Ability to track fundraising data using database programs and Microsoft Excel.
• Self-Starter. High-energy personality with ability to identify and develop new donors and opportunities.
• Team-player. Proven ability to work well and collaboratively with teams in complex situations and to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Able to participate in agency/community events, as necessary.

To Apply:
Please send resume and cover letter to Emily Jillson, Director of Development and Marketing Operations, at emilyj@edcjcc.org. No phone calls please.

About the Edlavitch DCJCC
The goals of the Edlavitch DCJCC are to preserve and strengthen Jewish identity, heritage, tradition and values through a wide variety of social, cultural, recreational, and educational programs and services. The Center accomplishes these goals in ways that reflect the unique location and role of the Center in the nation’s Capital and the many contributions of the American Jewish community in the US.

The Edlavitch DC Jewish Community Center (EDCJCC) seeks a mid-level development professional to join our Development and Marketing Team. This position will report to the Director of Development and Marketing and will work collaboratively with the Director of Development and Marketing, Visual Communications Manager, and director level staff throughout the institution.

The Communications Coordinator will provide support for day-to-day communication operations including but not limited to responsibilities listed below:

• Social Media: Oversee all aspects of social media campaigns across platforms (Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram) including paid advertising, creation and publication of relevant, high-quality, and engaging content that creates conversation, expands online audiences, and fosters engagement in an online community by responding to followers and answering questions received via social media;
• Public Relations and Press Media: Play critical role in pitching media and managing press requests including crafting press releases and talking points, developing and distributing said releases to press list.
• Partner Organizations: Develop and maintain organizational partner list and keep this up to date in terms of ongoing EDCJCC programs and partnerships.
• Stories and Testimonials: Gather and develop testimonials and stories from EDCJCC community members for use in development and marketing material.
• Design, Website, and Email Support: Is able to support the Visual Communications Manager in overseeing an institution wide communications calendar, creating/reformatting content to be used for social media, make edits to website (WordPress platform), and can create/deliver emails to various constituent groups
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

Full time. Days and hours of work are generally 9:00 AM– 5:00 PM Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday. Occasional evening and weekend hours will be required.

Salary

Commensurate with experience.

Qualifications, skills, and experience required:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or similar discipline; or 2-3 years experience in related field
• Articulate, detail-oriented, and creative individual with strong written communication skills.
• Team-player. Proven ability to work well and collaboratively with teams in complex situations and to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Able to participate in agency/community events, as necessary.
• Experience with WordPress and Adobe Photoshop preferred but not required.

To Apply:
Please send resume and cover letter to Emily Jillson, Director of Development and Marketing Operations, at emilyj@edcjcc.org. No phone calls please.

About the Edlavitch DCJCC
The goals of the Edlavitch DCJCC are to preserve and strengthen Jewish identity, heritage, tradition and values through a wide variety of social, cultural, recreational, and educational programs and services. The Center accomplishes these goals in ways that reflect the unique location and role of the Center in the nation’s Capital and the many contributions of the American Jewish community in the US.

The Edlavitch DCJCC is seeking a Director of Camp/Afterschool Programming.  This person should be energetic, creative and organized in the planning of year round Camp/Afterschool Programs for children ages 4-17. The Director oversees all aspects of the Summer Day Camp program, and of the Afterschool academic-year weekly programming. Further, the Director coordinates with the Early Child Youth and Family (ECYF) team on special events during the year. This position reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Responsibilities include the following areas:

Summer Day Camp

Programming:

• Oversee the programming of the summer day camp
• Develop new specialty camps and enhance existing camps
• Design, develop and oversee summer day camp curriculum, schedule and special events
• Oversee the booking of field trips, vendors and transportation
• Oversee CIT/LIT programs

Staffing:

• Interview and hire summer day camp staff
• Create and oversee the schedule of summer staff
• Conduct and write staff reviews
• Oversee all summer day camp staff
• Provide all necessary and relevant staff trainings

Budget:

• Create and be responsible for the Camp budget in consultation with the COO
• Oversee the ordering and maintenance of Camp supplies

Website/Marketing:

• Design and maintain web pages and social media associated with EDCJCC Camp Programs
• Oversee all marketing and p.r. aspects for the camp
• Design the Summer Camp brochure
• Develop camper recruitment marketing plan to meet camper enrollment

CampMinder:

• Maintain all aspects of the data base for Camp Programs
• Oversee the Registrar in the processing of payments for Camp Programs
  

Professional Development:

• Attend relevant conferences and training

Afterschool Program

Staffing:

• Hire and oversee all staff for the academic year Afterschool program, including No School Today, Winter/Spring Fun Camps.

Programming:

• Create schedules and activities for Afterschool, No School Today, and Winter/Spring Fun Camp
• Book all vendors and transportation

Website/ Marketing:

• Oversee all marketing for School Year Afterschool Programs
• Maintain web pages and social media associated with EDCJCC school year programs

Special EDCJCC Events:

• Assist in the planning and development of weekend special events, such as the Chanukah and Purim Celebrations, and other events as needed
• Attend the EDCJCC’s Annual Meeting and Gala

 Qualifications include the following:

Education/Experience requirements:  A minimum of a B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited college or university. Education, camp administration, youth work or related area of study preferred.  Three-five years of camp/youth work experience as a director, assistant director, counselor or unit head required.

Other:

• Proficiency with standard office software (Microsoft office products) and online media platforms (such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram)
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work as part of a team as well as independently on projects
• Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills

Start date:  Immediately

Benefits: Include full health and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, flex spending plan, sick and vacation days, disability and life insurance, and an EDCJCC Center Membership.  We do not provide relocation expenses.

Salary: commensurate with experience.

Send a resume and cover letter to Mr. Bini W. Silver, Chief Operating Officer, bsilver@edcjcc.org     No phone calls please.