JCRC St. Louis Job Description – Program Director
Position:
Program Director Date:
January 2026 Location:
St. Louis, Missouri Classification:
Professional, Full Time with Benefits FLSA:
Exempt Direct Reports:
1-2
Salary Range:
$55,000-$70,000
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Position Summary The JCRC Program Director (PD) supervises the planning, coordination, and implementation of programs and the office operations needed to carry out our programming objectives.
The PD provides support and guidance to all staff and serves as a stand‑in for the Executive Director when necessary. The JCRC PD supports the Executive Director in implementing programs to further core JCRC priority areas through the JCRC’s Advocacy and Interfaith Work, the JCRC Council, and the JCRC’s Newmark Institute for Human Relations. These priority areas include but are not limited to:
Combatting antisemitism and all forms of hate, bias, and bigotry
Countering the demonization of Israel / advocating for a secure and democratic state of Israel
Supporting democratic institutions and working for a more just society
Promoting interfaith and intergroup relations throughout the St. Louis region
As the lead staff person on program planning, the PD is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and overseeing all JCRC programs, including education, social action, and interfaith relations related initiatives. Israel related and antisemitism programs will be directed in close collaboration with the Executive Director. Collaboration on fundraising efforts will be an important role for all staff and event logistics for fundraising activities will fall under the direction of the PD.
At the direction of the Board and the Executive Director, the PD will work with key staff members on programs and initiatives that convene and mobilize members of the Jewish community and engage constituents in other religious, ethnic, civic, and political groups to advance key issues of common cause. A goal for the PD is to help JCRC strengthen and solidify internal Jewish community relationships and relationships beyond the Jewish community through the planning of these programs.
The PD will oversee several office functions that contribute to successful programming, like communications, program budgeting, attendance tracking and program evaluation.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities Educational and Community Building Programming
– collaborate with team members to develop and provide educational programs in line with strategic priority areas.
Administration
– assume the responsibility to occasionally represent the Executive Director/JCRC at meetings; provide support and guidance in the organization’s operations as it relates to programs like ordering, purchasing, facilities rentals. Knowledge of the grantmaking landscape or a willingness to learn more about this aspect of our work.
Leadership
– seen as a competent leader in the community and representing JCRC in a positive light as we work throughout the Jewish and non-Jewish community.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Demonstrated accountability
Demonstrated experience in event planning and non-profit marketing and communications
Ability to exhibit confidence when speaking publicly
A vibrant, entrepreneurial spirit with a roll‑up‑your‑sleeves attitude
A strong track record as an implementer who thrives on managing a variety of key initiatives concurrently and can multi‑task and prioritize
Ability to maintain focus and meet deadlines working both independently and with others in a fast‑paced environment
Ability to adapt and apply skills to new and changing scopes of work
Flexibility, consideration, and a sense of humor
Eagerness for more responsibility and exposure to new challenges
Excitement about being part of an ambitious, growing, and quickly changing organization
Ability to work collaboratively with coalitions, community members, and local civic leaders to represent and successfully advocate for JCRC priorities
Facilitation and collaboration skills to manage committees of all sizes with the ability to schedule, set agendas, engage volunteers, and provide the required follow up
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; databases; basic Website updates – and possess the ability and willingness to maintain up‑to‑date technological skill levels
Strong experience with social media best practices (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
Knowledge of the Jewish community, its values, history, heritage, and culture
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manage vendors and contractors
Manage team members through our multiple events and programs (as applicable)
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Graduate degree preferred.
Three to five years of experience in a non-profit role which includes program development/management, creating budgets, planning events, and managing teams through a project or process.
Physical Requirements
Light sedentary office work with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Implementing programs and events which may include lifting light boxes and bending often
Ability to work some evenings and weekends
Ability to travel domestically as required
Ability to work in‑person or remotely
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, functions, and activities may be modified, changed or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice, subject to all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
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JCRC BACKGROUND: The Jewish Community Relations Council of St. Louis (JCRC) works within the Jewish and broader communities in St. Louis to enhance cooperation with other religious, racial, ethnic and civic groups; foster a just, democratic and pluralistic society; and promote the security of Israel and Jews everywhere. Guided by Jewish values, the JCRC advocates, educates, collaborates, convenes, and mobilizes action on issues important to the Jewish community. JCRC envisions a more just society and a strong, vibrant Jewish community in the United States and in Israel – and seeks to enhance that strength and vibrancy through collaboration with other communities.
https://jcrcstl.org/about/careers.html
Applicants should send cover letter and resume to David Cohen, Executive Director of JCRC, at jcrcstl@jcrcstl.org.
Tagged as: administration, communication, community building, program planning
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Position:
Program Director Date:
January 2026 Location:
St. Louis, Missouri Classification:
Professional, Full Time with Benefits FLSA:
Exempt Direct Reports:
1-2
Salary Range:
$55,000-$70,000
__________________________________________________
Position Summary The JCRC Program Director (PD) supervises the planning, coordination, and implementation of programs and the office operations needed to carry out our programming objectives.
The PD provides support and guidance to all staff and serves as a stand‑in for the Executive Director when necessary. The JCRC PD supports the Executive Director in implementing programs to further core JCRC priority areas through the JCRC’s Advocacy and Interfaith Work, the JCRC Council, and the JCRC’s Newmark Institute for Human Relations. These priority areas include but are not limited to:
Combatting antisemitism and all forms of hate, bias, and bigotry
Countering the demonization of Israel / advocating for a secure and democratic state of Israel
Supporting democratic institutions and working for a more just society
Promoting interfaith and intergroup relations throughout the St. Louis region
As the lead staff person on program planning, the PD is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and overseeing all JCRC programs, including education, social action, and interfaith relations related initiatives. Israel related and antisemitism programs will be directed in close collaboration with the Executive Director. Collaboration on fundraising efforts will be an important role for all staff and event logistics for fundraising activities will fall under the direction of the PD.
At the direction of the Board and the Executive Director, the PD will work with key staff members on programs and initiatives that convene and mobilize members of the Jewish community and engage constituents in other religious, ethnic, civic, and political groups to advance key issues of common cause. A goal for the PD is to help JCRC strengthen and solidify internal Jewish community relationships and relationships beyond the Jewish community through the planning of these programs.
The PD will oversee several office functions that contribute to successful programming, like communications, program budgeting, attendance tracking and program evaluation.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities Educational and Community Building Programming
– collaborate with team members to develop and provide educational programs in line with strategic priority areas.
Administration
– assume the responsibility to occasionally represent the Executive Director/JCRC at meetings; provide support and guidance in the organization’s operations as it relates to programs like ordering, purchasing, facilities rentals. Knowledge of the grantmaking landscape or a willingness to learn more about this aspect of our work.
Leadership
– seen as a competent leader in the community and representing JCRC in a positive light as we work throughout the Jewish and non-Jewish community.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Demonstrated accountability
Demonstrated experience in event planning and non-profit marketing and communications
Ability to exhibit confidence when speaking publicly
A vibrant, entrepreneurial spirit with a roll‑up‑your‑sleeves attitude
A strong track record as an implementer who thrives on managing a variety of key initiatives concurrently and can multi‑task and prioritize
Ability to maintain focus and meet deadlines working both independently and with others in a fast‑paced environment
Ability to adapt and apply skills to new and changing scopes of work
Flexibility, consideration, and a sense of humor
Eagerness for more responsibility and exposure to new challenges
Excitement about being part of an ambitious, growing, and quickly changing organization
Ability to work collaboratively with coalitions, community members, and local civic leaders to represent and successfully advocate for JCRC priorities
Facilitation and collaboration skills to manage committees of all sizes with the ability to schedule, set agendas, engage volunteers, and provide the required follow up
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; databases; basic Website updates – and possess the ability and willingness to maintain up‑to‑date technological skill levels
Strong experience with social media best practices (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
Knowledge of the Jewish community, its values, history, heritage, and culture
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manage vendors and contractors
Manage team members through our multiple events and programs (as applicable)
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Graduate degree preferred.
Three to five years of experience in a non-profit role which includes program development/management, creating budgets, planning events, and managing teams through a project or process.
Physical Requirements
Light sedentary office work with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Implementing programs and events which may include lifting light boxes and bending often
Ability to work some evenings and weekends
Ability to travel domestically as required
Ability to work in‑person or remotely
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, functions, and activities may be modified, changed or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice, subject to all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
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JCRC BACKGROUND: The Jewish Community Relations Council of St. Louis (JCRC) works within the Jewish and broader communities in St. Louis to enhance cooperation with other religious, racial, ethnic and civic groups; foster a just, democratic and pluralistic society; and promote the security of Israel and Jews everywhere. Guided by Jewish values, the JCRC advocates, educates, collaborates, convenes, and mobilizes action on issues important to the Jewish community. JCRC envisions a more just society and a strong, vibrant Jewish community in the United States and in Israel – and seeks to enhance that strength and vibrancy through collaboration with other communities.
https://jcrcstl.org/about/careers.html
Applicants should send cover letter and resume to David Cohen, Executive Director of JCRC, at jcrcstl@jcrcstl.org.
Tagged as: administration, communication, community building, program planning
#J-18808-Ljbffr