Manager of Community Engagement at JCC East Bay Oakland, CA

The JCC East Bay is seeking a Manager of Community Engagement to lead the production and execution of a dynamic, year‑round program calendar and build lasting partnerships that foster Jewish arts, ideas, and culture.

• Lead day‑to‑day production and execution of public programs (approx. 3‑6 per month at peak).
• Manage daytime classes and scheduled community meet‑ups.
• Coordinate logistics including scheduling and run‑of‑show development, talent/artist coordination, and space setup and technical needs (in collaboration with ops/AV staff).
• Serve as on‑site producer for events, ensuring smooth operations and strong audience experience.
• Manage schedule with Event Manager and Facilities team to ensure smooth set‑ups and break‑downs.
• Support development and implementation of programming calendar.
• Track attendance, participation, and program feedback.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with local cultural organizations, artists, and community groups.
• Develop and maintain a portfolio of partners to co‑create programs and deepen audience engagement in partnership with the Director of Community Engagement.
• Support coordination of co‑presented programs with key partners.
• Manage communication, timelines, and deliverables with partners.
• Identify opportunities for new audiences and cross‑promotion.

• Help build consistent engagement pathways for older adults, families, and young adults.
• Support outreach strategies to attract new and unaffiliated participants.
• Ensure programs are welcoming and inclusive of diverse Jewish identities and broader community participation.

• Contribute to ideation and planning of hands‑on Chagim programs, Shouks (bi‑annual holiday markets), and cooking workshops and cultural classes.
• Research artists, speakers, and program trends in Jewish arts and culture.

• Maintain program calendars, timelines, and internal planning documents.
• Track key metrics including attendance, revenue (when applicable), and partnership engagement.
• Coordinate with marketing team on program details and deadlines.
• Assist with budget tracking for individual programs.

• 3–5 years of experience in programming, event production, or community engagement.
• Strong project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Experience working with artists, educators, or community partners.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for programs.
• Familiarity with Jewish culture, calendar, and community life (preferred but not required).
• Experience in arts, cultural, or nonprofit settings strongly preferred.
• Ability to move programs from idea to reality efficiently.
• Comfortable working across diverse partners and communities.
• Strong logistical planning and follow‑through.
• Thrives in a growth environment.
• Availability for regular evening and weekend hours tied to program schedule.

• Salary range: $65,000 – $75,000 annually.
• Full‑time, exempt position; approximately 37.5 hours per week with flexibility.
• On‑site presence required for most events.
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick pay, and holidays (including Jewish).

The JCC East Bay is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to employment equity throughout all levels of the organization. JCC East Bay policy prohibits unlawful discrimination in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. The JCC East Bay complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities.

If you require particular accommodations during the application and interview process, please inform us of your needs so that we can provide accordingly.