Program Manager, Gottesman Center Jewish & Selma and Lawrence Ruben Center

Job Title:
Program Manager, The Gottesman Center for Living and Selma and Lawrence Ruben Center for 20s and 30s

Reports to: Chief Jewish Life Officer

The Gottesman Center for Jewish Living within the Marlene Meyerson Jewish Community Center in Manhattan (the JCC) is seeking a highly organized, relationship-driven, and mission-oriented Program Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of Jewish life programming serving individuals and families across all ages and stages of life.

This role is ideal for a thoughtful, collaborative, and detail-oriented professional passionate about Jewish communal engagement and skilled at managing complex programs, logistics, partnerships, and participant experiences. As a core element of this position is managing programs and events for the Selma and Lawrence Ruben Center for 20s and 30s, this role calls for individuals who bring expertise to serving this important demographic.

The Program Manager in the JCC's Center for Jewish Life will support a diverse portfolio of initiatives, including holiday celebrations, educational offerings, cultural events, family and intergenerational programs, wellness and community‑building experiences, volunteer opportunities, and Jewish learning initiatives. The position requires strong project management skills, operational excellence, collaboration across departments, and the ability to foster connection, as he or she will play a key role in a welcoming, inclusive, and meaningful Jewish experience for a broad community.

The Marlene Meyerson Jewish Community Center of Manhattan

Together with our community, the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan creates a welcoming and vibrant environment where individuals from all walks of life come together to connect, grow, and learn. Rooted in Jewish values, it is a cornerstone of the Upper West Side that provides something for every stage of life through a multifaceted array of offerings, spanning comprehensive children’s and family programs, cutting‑edge health and wellness, thought‑provoking arts and culture, and vital social services.

It imagines Jewish life that is inclusive and diverse, creating a supportive space for people of all backgrounds to engage, nurture their well‑being, and find a deep sense of belonging.

• Manage end‑to‑end coordination of Jewish life programs, events, and initiatives for children, teens, young adults, adults, older adults, and families (traditional or non‑traditional)
• Develop detailed project timelines, production schedules, run‑of‑shows, staffing plans, and logistical workflows
• Coordinate calendars, space reservations, vendors, facilitators, clergy, educators, performers, and community partners
• Ensure programs are executed smoothly, professionally, and in alignment with organizational goals and Jewish values
• Collaborate with departments across the organization on programming in areas from children and family to health and wellness to arts and culture to social impact

• As a central component of Jewish program work, play the lead role in independently creating, planning, and implementing a wide array of programs for the Ruben Center for 20s and 30s. Programs and events may include Shabbat dinners, holiday parties, social events, and programs to enrich Jewish identity, from text study to sports leagues.
• Manage all related budgetary and logistical components of 20's & 30's programs
• Coordinate and manage volunteers to plan and host events

• Leverage the JCC's membership base to deepen engagement, strengthen retention, and cultivate pathways for ongoing participation in Jewish life programming.
• Partner with membership and development teams to identify opportunities for cross‑program participation, audience growth, and community‑building
• Develop strategies to engage both existing members and new audiences across diverse demographics and stages of Jewish life
• Build and maintain relationships with community members, partner organizations, educators, and stakeholders
• Partner closely with Marketing and Engagement teams…