The Center for Jewish History is one of the great public Jewish historical and cultural institutions in the world. The Center embodies a unique partnership of five major institutions of Jewish scholarship, history, and art.

The Center is currently seeking to fill the following positions:

Director of the Ackman & Ziff Family Genealogy Institute

The Center seeks a Director of the Ackman & Ziff Family Genealogy Institute to direct the development and day-to-day operations of its genealogy programs and initiatives. The director will oversee genealogy reference services to the general public for on-site, telephone and written queries; recruit and supervise volunteers to assist patrons with genealogical research; select and maintain the Institute’s reference collection and advise on the selection of electronic resources; prepare educational fact sheets for use by the public; conduct workshops and other educational programs for the public; oversee the microfilm loan program to assist genealogy researchers; serve as a representative from the Center to the global Genealogical community; provide advice to the Center's five partner institutions on genealogy; and assist the Center's development department with genealogy based fundraising activities

As a member of the senior management team, the Director will be involved in the strategic planning of the Institute, will report to the chief of archive and library services and work closely with the Center's leadership. The ideal candidate will be able to provide strong and innovative leadership and possess an entrepreneurial spirit, strong organizational and management ability, superior communication skills, ability to develop and implement appropriate plans, and a demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively with diverse constituencies. Advanced degree in library science, history or other appropriate subject field required, as well as significant experience doing genealogy and family history research, familiarity with Jewish genealogical resources, and supervisory experience in a comparable program area. Preference will be given to those candidates who meet the skills defined above in addition to having experience writing reports on the results of genealogical research, knowledge of at least one of the foreign languages required for doing research in the collections housed at the Center, and successful track record in conducting outreach activities to diverse public audiences.

Please submit your applications (cover letter, resume and contact information for three references) via email.

Specific questions about the project and the position can be addressed to Robert Sink.

 

Finance Associate

The Center seeks a detail oriented Finance Associate with at least two years of Blackbaud experience to prepare monthly and year-end financial statements, record journal entries, perform account analysis, maintain recordkeeping and work with the accounts payable system.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in finance and/or accounting and demonstrated ability to work effectively and successfully in analytical research techniques and data gathering; strong organization skills; and excellent interpersonal skills.

Salary Range: $42,000 - $48,000 plus excellent benefits. This position offers great opportunities for growth.

Please submit your applications (cover letter, resume and contact information for three references) via email.

Specific questions about the project and the position can be addressed to Elaine Schwartz.

Visitor Service Associate

The Center seeks a dynamic individual to fill the newly created position of Visitor Service Associate. The Associate will be responsible to welcome all visitors and guests and inform the general public of the many exhibitions and events that take place at the Center. The Associate will staff the front desk, maintaining a welcoming presence, and carry out museum admission while answering questions to all walk-in visitors.

This position is ideal for anyone seeking to become involved with the Center’s activities and mission. The position requires a dedication to the role of the Center as a public resource, and an enthusiasm for working with and informing the public.

Hours: Sunday – Thursday 10:00AM - 6:00PM. Some additional evening hours may be required. Overtime will be available on occasion.

Please submit your applications (cover letter, resume, salary requirement, and contact information for three references) via email.

Specific questions about the project and the position can be addressed to HR.