Job Title:
Youth Engagement Associate
Organization Name:
Beth El Synagogue
Job Type:
Part-Time
Salary Range:
$20-$25 Per hour
Deadline:
7/31/26
Position Summary:
Location:
This position is based in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, with required in-person hours. Some remote hours are possible.
About Beth El:
Beth El Synagogue is a dynamic Jewish community that inspires members of all ages to embrace Torah, Avodah, and G’milut Chesed. We are a Conservative, Egalitarian synagogue.
About Beth El’s Youth Department:
Beth El’s Youth Department engages hundreds of young people, from newborns and their families to high school seniors – and everyone in between! Opportunities to participate in and learn about Jewish life abound for youth of all ages. Regular, formal programming begins at 2 years-old with weekly Childcare on Shabbat (Saturday) mornings. It continues with BESTY, our Shabbat morning camp-style program for elementary schoolers. After our students become B’Mitzvah, they engage in one or more of our teen programs – in particular our youth group, BERUSY.
About the Youth Engagement Associate:
Beth El’s first-ever Youth Engagement Associate is both a behind-the-scenes and front-facing role, serving roughly 50% of their time in each way. They support the Director and the operations of the Youth Department in administrative and congregant-facing ways.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities:
● Coordinate and maintain department logistics and operations (calendars, registrations, rosters, etc)
● Supervise and support young people during events/gatherings/programs
● Support communications across the department between young people, families, faculty, and staff
● Support department events/gatherings/programs (communicate with staff, gather materials, set up spaces, etc)
● Otherwise assist Youth Department staff and faculty in their work with young people
Reporting Structure:
The Youth Engagement Associate reports to the Director of Youth Engagement. It is a crucial support role, not a supervisory role.
Work Environment:
Beth El Synagogue is committed to a culture that believes in work-life balance. Our professional team works collaboratively and supports one another in a positive work environment. We strive to create a supportive schedule in partnership that honors your personal needs and your professional responsibilities.
Experience and Qualifications Requirements:
Requirements and Relevant Experience:
You will be a qualified candidate and an excellent fit if you…
● Are highly-organized, driven, and able to work collaboratively and independently
● Can lift 30-40 lbs
● Enjoy working with young people of all ages
● Have spent some years working in education and/or youthwork spaces (camp, school, youth group)
● Maintain positive and professional relationships with young people
● Understand Jewish communal life (culture, education, holiday/lifecycle)
● Work comfortably with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365
How to Apply:
Please send your résumé and a cover letter to jobs@bethelsynagogue.org. Our application period will close on July 31, 2026.
Additional Information:
Hours: ~8-10 hours per week:
● Saturday mornings, 8:30am – 12:00pm (in-person)
● Some Tuesday evenings, 6:30pm – 9:00pm (in-person)
● Occasional other weeknights and weekend evenings (in-person)
● Administrative hours to be determined (in-person to start)
Salary and Terms:
● Part-Time, Year-Round, Non-Exempt
● $20 – $25 / hour, based on experience