Wilshire Boulevard Temple - Executive Director

THE ORGANIZATION

• The CEO, in partnership with the Senior Rabbi, clergy, and Board of Trustees, leads a collaborative model built on mutual respect and clearly defined responsibilities.
• Translate Wilshire Boulevard Temple’s vision into actionable strategies and ensure consistent execution across initiatives.
• Drive organizational transformation by cultivating a forward-looking strategy that anticipates changing landscapes.
• Champion strategic change and leverage emerging technologies that position Wilshire Boulevard Temple for long-term success and sustainability.

• Oversee administrative, operations and technology systems for smooth day-to-day functioning and alignment with the mission.
• Manage and continually improve systems, processes, and organizational structures to promote stability and operational excellence.
• Provide executive oversight of legal, regulatory, risk, and facilities across a complex, multi‑entity, multi‑campus organization, ensuring compliance and asset stewardship.

• Partner with CFO on budgeting, forecasting, capital planning and long-term financial modeling, capital planning, and sustainability.

• Build and retain high-performing teams and foster a collaborative culture.
• Directly or indirectly manage all synagogue office staff, ensuring clarity of roles, strong performance, and alignment with mission and values.

• Cultivate trust and effective communication with clergy, lay leaders, staff, and community partners.

• Serve as the primary staff partner to the Board of Trustees, supporting effective governance through transparent communication, agenda development, decision support, and execution of Board‑approved strategies while maintaining clear boundaries between governance and management.

• Develop diversified, mission-aligned revenue streams that strengthen financial sustainability while reinforcing Wilshire Boulevard Temple’s role as a cultural and civic leader.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase membership engagement and drive attendance across programs and campuses.

• Ensure welcoming environments and expand services to underserved communities.
• Serve as a visible and trusted public presence, fostering partnerships, and building collaborative relationships with community leaders. 

• $335,000+

Wilshire Boulevard Temple values fairness and respect in its hiring practices and is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive workplace. As a religious organization, certain positions may require consideration of faith-based qualifications consistent with our mission and values, as permitted by law.

TIMELINE AND NEXT STEPS

If you are interested in this position, please click HERE. All applicants will receive an email confirming receipt of their application.

We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications outlined above. If you are selected to move forward for an initial screening call, we expect you to hear from us by end of February.