Employment Opportunities at Stephen Wise Temple and Wise School

About Stephen Wise Temple

Founded in 1964, Stephen Wise Temple is one of the largest Reform Jewish synagogues and schools in the world. The Wise community consists of a thriving congregation; Wise School (a top-tier K-6 elementary school and Early Childhood Center); Center for Youth Engagement (including Religious School, teen programming, and Camp Wise); weekly worship services; and hundreds of opportunities for deep learning, tikkun olam (social justice/helping those in need), and Jewish engagement throughout the year. With 1,600 member families and more than 170 regular employees, Wise is known for its extensive educational, spiritual, and musical programs designed for individuals, couples, and families at all stages of life.

The Wise campus is located on 19 beautiful acres atop the Mulholland Corridor of the Santa Monica Mountains and includes the state-of-the-art Katz Family Pavilion for athletic activities and diverse major events. The community founded by Rabbi Isaiah Zeldin is now led by Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback and a committed team of educators, administrators, and lay volunteers.

Wise makes meaning and changes the world.

To apply for an open position, please send your resume to [email protected]

About the Position

We are looking for someone who loves people, bringing people together, and helping people make meaningful connections, and also loves spreadsheets and data. The Engagement Coordinator works with a wide variety of staff and volunteer leaders across all ages and demographics, guiding them and encouraging them as they create programs and more. The Engagement Coordinator must have excellent administrative skills and also be approachable, personable, and sensitive in handling confidential information. Deeply meaningful work with a lot of fun and growth potential, the job will entail planning and staffing events and meetings, which sometimes take place on nights and weekends.

About You

  • You are extroverted (or a people-oriented introvert) – willing and excited to connect with everyone you encounter
  • You are a good listener – able to hear ideas and concerns without responding immediately, but filing away important information for future action
  • You are detailed-oriented – sure to dot your i’s and cross your t’s and definitely not leave much to chance
  • You are a planner – the person in your friend group/professional life who makes things happen, be it dinner reservations or a birthday party
  • You are a true connector – you love to match people with one another to build community
  • You love spreadsheets and data and using both to make informed decisions
  • You are a CRM rockstar–you are thrilled to use the data and functions to help bring people together in the best ways

Responsibilities include:

  • Clergy Engagement: Collaborate with the Chief Engagement Officer to identify and track opportunities for clergy development and relationship building. Facilitate personal cultivation efforts to strengthen connections within the community.
  • Small Group Coordination: Organize and support initiatives that promote small group interactions, ensuring timely engagement and scheduling of clergy for significant community events and moments.
  • Communication Management: Create, maintain, and regularly update lists for follow-up communication with congregants through phone calls, emails, and texts, addressing various outreach needs as determined by leadership.
  • Member Engagement Analysis: Manage and conduct regular reviews of member engagement metrics using the Engagement Scale to identify growth opportunities and enhance participation.
  • Volunteer Opportunities: Maintain a comprehensive list of volunteer opportunities, both internally and externally, and connect congregants with suitable options to encourage active involvement.
  • Data Management: Oversee member data management to ensure accurate and up-to-date records, facilitating effective communication and engagement strategies.
  • Virtual Engagement Development: Collaborate with the Rabbinic Intern to create and maintain virtual engagement opportunities tailored for World Wise Access members, fostering inclusivity and participation.
  • Committee Support: Assist in staffing the Ambassadors/Engagement Committee, promoting active member involvement in community initiatives.
  • New Member Orientation: Lead initiatives to engage and welcome new members, ensuring they feel connected and informed within the community. Work closely with the Director of Membership to connect new members with existing opportunities on campus and people with similar interests.

Qualifications:

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills, with a strong attention to detail.
  • College degree or equivalent work experience (1-3 years) preferred.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
  • Experience in community engagement, volunteer coordination, or related fields preferred.
  • Proficiency in data management and familiarity with engagement tracking tools.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for building relationships within a community.
  • Experience with Microsoft Suite, especially Excel and mail merge; comfort with Google Suite a plus.
  • Knowledge of Jewish calendar and traditions a plus; or, a willingness to learn.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 – $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Position/title: Event Production Manager
Job Location: Los Angeles, CA
Industry Category: Religious Organization / Education / Non-Profit
Reports to: Sr. Director of Technology & Facilities
Organization: Stephen Wise Temple
Department: Information Technology
Status: Full-Time, Exempt, Benefit Eligible
Pay: $75,000-$80,000
Work Schedule: TBD

About the Position
Under general supervision of the Sr. Director of Technology, we are seeking a skilled Production Manager to oversee the seamless execution of live events hosted on our campus, which serves as a vibrant community hub for spiritual and celebratory events. This role combines expertise in sound engineering with comprehensive production coordination knowledge, including knowledge of the campus building infrastructure and coordinator of video production efforts.

Job Responsibilities

  • Sound Engineering: Serve as the lead sound engineer, ensuring top-tier audio quality for a diverse array of events including Shabbat services, weddings, Bar/Bat mitzvahs, birthday parties, and galas.
  • Production Coordination: Oversee all aspects of event production, from initial planning to execution, with a detailed understanding of the campus’s event spaces, including power, network, structural, and lighting infrastructure.
  • Video Production Management: Manage a video production team, coordinating scheduling and logistics with the event management team to ensure smooth operation and professional outcomes.
  • Vendor Coordination: Actively work with third-party vendors, including lighting crews, DJs, sound engineers, video production teams, and caterers to ensure their services align with event requirements and standards.
  • Infrastructure Management: Possess comprehensive knowledge of the structural aspects of event spaces to advise on setups that best accommodate the specific needs of each event.
  • Customer Service: Maintain exemplary customer service standards, acting as a liaison between the institution and clients to facilitate communication and ensure client satisfaction.
  • Develop and enhance interdepartmental relationships and communications by being proactive in communicating with all customers and setting appropriate expectations as necessary to ensure customer satisfaction at the highest levels.
  • Maintain current knowledge of industry technologies and continually strive to improve knowledge of internal operations.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a professional sound engineer with extensive knowledge of audio systems and acoustics
  • Strong background in managing live event production for various types of events.
  • Detailed knowledge of building infrastructure relevant to event production (e.g., electrical systems, internet connectivity, lighting, structural loads).
  • Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to manage and schedule a diverse team.
  • Written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, with a strong customer service acumen.
  • Ability to thrive in high-pressure, dynamic environments.
  • Experience coordinating with multiple third-party vendors and service providers.
  • A passion for creating memorable experiences in a community-centered spiritual setting.
  • Familiar with Dante and audio network environments
  • Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Applicants must be willing to work any day of the year as needed, including weekends (excluding company holidays).  Weekend work for this position is not optional nor voluntary. Days off will fluctuate based on project schedules and may occur during the normal work week.
  • Travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Audio Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience working in a religious or spiritual institution is highly advantageous.
  • Technical certifications related to sound engineering, lighting design, or production management.

Job description
Position/title: EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER
Job Location: Los Angeles, CA
Industry Category: Religious Organization / Education / Non-Profit
Reports to: Director of Early Childhood
Organization Name: Wise School
Department: Early Childhood Center

About the Position
The person selected for this position will be responsible for the general supervision and management of a class of preschool children.

Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the following:

Program:
· Planning and implementing a program that encourages the physical, social, and cognitive development of each child and that follows the policies and philosophy of the school.
· Utilizing all available resources to provide an educationally sound program, including field trips, resource people, creative themes, etc.
· Arranging a sound nutritional program.
· Adapting the program to the needs of the individual child with concern for his/her interests, special need, talents, and individual style and pace of learning.
· Arranging for an appropriate balance of quiet and active activities.
· As a key staff member in our religious educational institution, role-model the tenets of our faith on a daily basis to students and their families; participate in transmitting the expectations and values of our faith, playing a critical and essential role in the Temple’s ability to teach and minister to the daily needs of our students and members.

Relationships:
· Treating each child with dignity and respect.
· Working with other professional staff members to plan and implement activities that carry out the philosophy of the school and accepted early childhood education practices.
· Being respectful and cooperative as a member of a team of professionals.
· Helping each child to become aware of his/her role as an integral member of a group.
· Considering the individual child in relationship to his/her cultural and socio-economic background.
· Establishing a positive relationship with parents of the students.

Physical Environment:
· Maintaining a physical environment in the classroom that is inviting and conducive to learning and which lends itself to the teaching of developmentally appropriate activities.
· Being responsible for ensuring a classroom atmosphere that is conducive to learning, fun, and positive interaction between children
· Assuming an equal share of the joint housekeeping responsibilities of the nursery school staff.
· Providing a safe and healthy environment for each child.

Continuing Education:
· Attending all staff meetings, parent programs and orientations.
· Participating in recommended training programs, conferences courses, and other activities that ensure professional growth.

Record-keeping:
· Keeping records of evaluation for use in planning for individual needs of each child.
· Keeping accurate attendance records.

Minimum Qualifications
· College degree
· Certification in the field of Early Childhood Education highly preferred
· Excellent writing and communication skills
· Experience with ages 2-5 years
· Diplomatic, tactful, and possess the ability to show grace under pressure
· Strong interpersonal relationship building skills
· Strong organizational skills
· Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Stephen Wise Temple and Wise Schools
· Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
· Physically able to perform the job of a preschool teacher – ability to bend, stoop and lift up to 35 pounds

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:
8 hour shift

Education:
Associate (Preferred)

Experience:
Childcare: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:
CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Position/Title:               CUSTODIAN
Location:                      Los Angeles, CA
Industry Category:        Religious Organization / Education / Non-Profit
Organization:                Stephen Wise Temple
Department:                 Facilities / Temple Staff
Reports to:                       Facilities Manager
Status:                          Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly, Benefit Eligible
Schedule:                        Flexible; hours/days off may vary according to organizational needs, 30-min meal period.

 

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Responsible for keeping assigned building areas clean, sanitary, safe and orderly. Periodically does special cleaning, building maintenance for the Facilities Department.  This position may occasionally work in a transportation related capacity.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Sweeps, mops, scrubs, waxes, and vacuums floors
  • Raises and lowers flags
  • Execute work orders as directed by supervisor
  • Perform routine cleaning tasks
  • Dusts, washes, and polishes furniture and woodwork
  • Replenishes restroom supplies and fills dispensers
  • Washes, scrubs, and disinfects restrooms and shower rooms
  • Cleans and polishes metal work such as door panels and hand railings
  • Washes chalkboards, windows, walls, sinks and fountains
  • Moves, arranges, and sets up furniture and equipment for sporting events, special events and meetings
  • Observes and reports the need for repairs and makes such minor repairs as time permits
  • Secures all rooms and buildings at end of shift
  • Picks up trash and litter, empties and cleans trash and garbage receptacles
  • Does emergency clean-up resulting from vandalism, breakage, spilling or illness
  • Stacks and stores furniture, equipment, and supplies
  • Reports unruly student activities, loitering, vandalism, or similar situations
  • Keeps walks, hallways, and stairs neat and clean
  • Perform Traffic Control duties; drive shuttle when needed and if qualified.
  • Replaces light bulbs and makes minor, non-technical maintenance repairs
  • Reports inoperative security lights, safety, sanitary and fire hazards
  • Assists Safety Coordinator with emergency drills and assists with traffic control
  • Assists in the restoration of buildings and grounds during summer, winter, and spring vacations
  • Reports rooms that repeatedly take excess time to properly maintain
  • Works with other staff in setting up and operating public address system for assemblies, and promotion/graduation exercises
  • Maintain situational awareness of safety and security issues at all times and report all breaches and safety issues to supervisor
  • Assist with Emergency Drills
  • Attend meetings, drills, and training as required
  • Must wear the prescribed attire and always present a neat, professional appearance
  • General landscape around campus
  • Kitchen cleaning
  • Cleaning and vacuum pool
  • Monitor pool Water level
  • As a key staff member in our religious educational institution, role-model the tenets of our faith on a daily basis to our members and the broader Temple community; participate in transmitting the expectations and values of our faith, playing a critical and essential role in the Temple’s ability to minister to the daily needs of our students and members.
  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must have at least 2 years previous custodian experience
  • Must be able to stand/walk for long periods of time
  • Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques and how to utilize supplies and equipment
  • Must be dependable, punctual, and have good attendance
  • Must be able to take direction and complete assigned tasks
  • Must be in good physical and mental health, able to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be capable of becoming and remaining certified in first aid, CPR, and AED
  • Must have valid driver’s license and three (3) years of driving experience with a good record.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stephen Wise is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all applicants, employees, volunteers and interns, and Stephen Wise makes decisions based on the merits of each candidate. Stephen Wise prohibits discrimination based on an individual’s race, color, religion (including all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy and breastfeeding), sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality) national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status or registered domestic partner status, uniformed servicemember or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information or any other basis protected by law. Stephen Wise will afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants, employees, volunteers and interns as to all terms and conditions of employment, including, without limitation, compensation, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline and termination.