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BACKGROUND

The Organization

United Orthodox Synagogues (UOS) was founded in 1965, merging three congregations to chart a common future. UOS, located in the Willow Meadows neighborhood of Houston, has grown over its history in Houston and continues to be a warm, welcoming, orthodox community, committed to halachic observance and spiritual growth for all its members.

In 2017, Hurricane Harvey flooded the former UOS building, temporarily displacing the congregation. Since then, the community has completed a $13.5M capital campaign and built a beautiful new home. Today, the shul is vibrant and full each week, offering spirited prayer, engaging learning opportunities, children’s programming, and warm hospitality for visitors. With a wide range of involvement opportunities—from Torah study to youth programs—the congregation is guided by a strong community spirit, mutual respect, and exceptionally dedicated lay leaders.

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The Position

The Executive Director ("ED") serves as the synagogue’s chief administrator and operating officer, responsible for carrying out the policies established by the Board of Directors. The ED reports to the synagogue’s President (lay leader) and works in close partnership with the Rabbi, Executive Officers, Board of Directors, and committee chairs as directed by the President.

The Executive Director fosters a culture of care within the community and ensures a welcoming environment for all who enter the synagogue. This role provides leadership and management oversight across all areas of synagogue administration, including member relations and services, marketing and communications, financial management, facilities and building operations, and revenue generation. The ED leads a team of administrative staff, custodial professionals, and vendors to successfully achieve these objectives.

ROLE OVERVIEW

• Oversee staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, evaluation, termination, and payroll.
• Develop and maintain administrative and financial systems to support the synagogue’s mission and increase efficiency.
• Manage front office functions and maintain comprehensive documentation of programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure Board meetings are scheduled, and lay leadership receives all necessary materials.
• Participate in committee meetings and implement directives of the Board.
• Represent the synagogue with organizational partners and external groups as directed by the Board.
• Identify and develop new lay leaders, volunteers, and committees.

Program, Communications & Community Engagement

• Maintain the synagogue calendar and support lifecycle and community programs.
• Support Bnei Akiva Shlichim and Bnot Sherut and their programming needs.
• Oversee production and distribution of the Shabbat bulletin and community announcements, and maintenance of the website with up-to-date program listings.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Committee on advertising and special initiatives.
• Ensure all mailings and program resources are prepared and delivered on schedule.

Fiscal Management and Revenue Generation

• Oversee financial, accounting, and membership reporting systems.
• Collaborate with the Treasurer on budgets and financial reporting for the Board and congregation.
• Supervise billing, collection, and recordkeeping of all dues, fees, and assessments.
• Partner with lay leadership to develop fundraising initiatives, sponsor ships, and…