Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion Is Hiring An Admissions Recruiter (Debbie Friedman School of Sacred Music)

Join Hebrew Union College as an Admissions Recruiter! 🌟

Hebrew Union College, North America's premier institution for Jewish higher education, is seeking a dedicated Admissions Recruiter to support our programs, with a focus on the Debbie Friedman School of Sacred Music. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Jewish leadership and community building. ✨

About Hebrew Union College 🏫

Founded in 1875, Hebrew Union College (HUC) stands as the leading educational institution for Reform Judaism in North America. We develop academic, spiritual, and professional leaders—including rabbis, cantors, educators, and nonprofit professionals—across our centers in Cincinnati, Jerusalem, Los Angeles, and New York. Our resources include renowned libraries, archives, museum collections, biblical archaeology excavations, and academic publications fostering Jewish scholarship and leadership.

Our Mission 🎯

As North America’s top Jewish higher education institution, HUC is dedicated to building vibrant, progressive Judaism worldwide through:

• Studying significant issues of Jewish life, history, and thought in an open, inclusive, and pluralistic environment;
• Educating innovative clergy and professionals to embody Jewish values and inspire future generations;
• Advancing Jewish scholarship in accordance with high academic standards.

Position Summary 🌍

The Admissions Recruiter will dedicate approximately 20 hours per week engaging with prospective students via Zoom, phone, and in person—primarily supporting the Debbie Friedman School of Sacred Music (DFSSM). You will be a vital team member within the Office of Recruitment and Admissions (ORA), focusing on recruitment, outreach, and admissions for DFSSM.

Key Responsibilities 📋

Prospect Management

• Conduct regular meetings and outreach to prospective students interested in DFSSM programs.
• Engage with partner organizations, conferences, alumni, faculty, and current students to identify new prospects.
• Collaborate with DFSSM leadership to guide prospective students through their discernment process.
• Maintain detailed records of all interactions, inputting data into ActiveCampaign and other platforms.
• Respond expertly to questions about HUC’s curriculum, admissions process, and policies.
• Refer prospective students to relevant programming, fellowships, and classes.
• Connect prospective students to mentors and alumni in the field.
• Create engaging communications and opportunities for prospective applicants to learn more about DFSSM.

Recruitment 🚀

• Collaborate with the DFSSM Director to develop and implement targeted recruitment strategies.
• Participate in recruiting events on campus and beyond, including open houses, conferences, and visits.
• Travel 2–4 times per semester (6–8 trips per year) to college campuses and Jewish gatherings as needed.
• Support recruitment programming and logistical arrangements for the DFSSM Director.

Admissions Process 📝

• Work closely with the DFSSM Director and ORA team to manage application processes.
• Coordinate assessments such as musicianship, Hebrew, and psychological evaluations.
• Conduct admissions interviews and auditions, communicate decisions, and support enrollment efforts.

Supervision & Team Collaboration 🤝

The AVP of the Office of Recruitment and Admissions will supervise this role. Regular meetings will be held with the DFSSM Director for strategy and updates. The recruiter will also participate in team meetings and share insights with fellow recruiters.

Compensation 💰

Starting July 1, 2025, this part-time position pays $40,000 gross annually, paid in semi-weekly installments. The contract concludes on June 30, 2026.

Qualifications 🎓

Education

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Cantorial or rabbinical ordination from an accredited Jewish seminary is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of two years working as a Jewish professional within the North American Jewish community.
• Experience in outreach, recruitment, or relationship-building roles is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 🧠

• Self-motivated, organized, and adept at managing multiple relationships.
• Excellent listening skills with reflective practice.
• Ability to coach and mentor emerging leaders.
• Familiarity with music education settings is a plus.
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Detail-oriented with strong record-keeping skills.
• Proactive follow-up and professional communication skills.
• Friendly, honest, and collaborative team player.

Core Values 🌟

All employees are expected to exemplify HUC's core values:

• Honesty and Integrity
• Openness and Transparency
• Responsible Empowerment
• Trust and Security
• Diversity and Inclusion

Work Environment & Physical Demands 🏢

The physical demands are representative of what is required to perform essential functions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to support individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information 📌

HUC is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities, especially those underrepresented in academia and Jewish leadership roles.