
CBE is in need of dedicated members of the congregation to take on a leadership role on our Board of Directors.
No prior experience is required. Mentorship for all positions will be provided by former Board Members as needed.
See position descriptions below. "Open Positions" are those where the incumbent is not running for the upcoming term, and therefore where candidates are most needed, but you may submit a candidate application for any position on this page, provided you meet the requirements as shown.
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Open Positions
Executive VP
Responsibilities:
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Assume President’s duties when President is unavailable (including chairing meetings, speaking at events, etc.)
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Oversee general maintenance of Temple facilities
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Oversee arrangements for use of the facilities (i.e., setup/cleanup before and after events, assuring responsible use by renters, etc.)
Useful Skills:
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Handiness/experience with maintenance/construction
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High degree of organization
VP of Fundraising
Responsibilities:
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Oversee all fundraising activities and events; initiate fundraising campaigns and plan fundraising events
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Serve on Communications Committee
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Submit all funds raised with proper accounting of income and expenses
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Prepare and provide financial reports as requested by the Board of Directors
Useful Skills:
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Fundraising experience
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Event planning experience
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Marketing experience
VP of Programs
Responsibilities:
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Initiate, plan, and chair programs for the Congregation
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Provide financial reports to the Board of Directors upon request
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Establish and maintain master calendar for the Congregation
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Serve on the Communications Committee
Useful Skills:
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Event planning experience
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Marketing experience
Other Positions
President
Requirements:
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Must be Jewish
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Must have been a Temple member in good standing for a minimum of two consecutive years immediately preceding the election
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Must have served on the Board in any position in the year immediately preceding the election
Responsibilities:
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Convene and preside over monthly Board meetings (currently taking place on Zoom), as well as meetings of the general membership, etc. as needed
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Act as co-signatory (along with the Treasurer) on all checks issued and other approved financial agreements made, and serve as a member of the Financial Committee
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Represent (or delegate someone to represent) the congregation and the Board at all events, both within CBE and in the wider community, helping to create a positive impression of who we are
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Contribute a letter to each issue of the quarterly Chai-Lites newsletter, and provide other written communications to the congregation and affiliates as needed
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Speak at events as appropriate
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Remain on the Board as Past President for one year, to advise new President and ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities
Useful Skills:
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Financial acumen
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Leadership experience
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Strong oral and written communication skills
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Confidence in public speaking
VP of Communications
Requirements:
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Substantial technological literacy
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Personal access to graphic design programs (e.g., Adobe creative suite or similar)
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Knowledge of graphic design principles and best practices
Responsibilities:
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Chair Communications Committee
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Update and maintain CBE website and social media pages
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Create/coordinate CBE publications, including Chai-Lites, CBE Weekly News Email, advertising, etc.
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Prepare annual communications budget
Useful Skills:
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High degree of organization
VP of Membership
Responsibilities:
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Report on status of membership as requested
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Maintain communication with existing members, to gather feedback on potential improvements/popular features, and encourage members to bring in new potential members
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Promote CBE in the wider community, at events and via advertising, to spread awareness about the Temple and help new people find us
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Serve on the Financial Committee and Communications Committee
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Oversee annual membership drive and signups (packets and online), follow up with prospective and present members during the renewal cycle and throughout the year
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See to purchase of membership gifts
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Prepare a budget for membership activities
Useful Skills:
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Previous management of nonprofit membership
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Event planning experience
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Marketing experience
Treasurer
Responsibilities:
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Review all financial receipts and disbursements
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Act as co-signatory (along with the President) on all checks issued and other approved financial agreements made
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Prepare and provide financial reports to the general membership and to local, state, and federal agencies as required
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Serve on the Financial Committee
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Make recommendations of financial status on delinquent membership to the Financial Committee
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Prepare an annual Temple budget and present it to the Financial Committee for approval
Useful Skills:
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Financial acumen
VP of Social Action
Responsibilities:
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Plan and oversee monthly Mitzvah Collection and Feed the Needy
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Initiate, plan, and oversee additional community outreach efforts
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Serve on the Communications Committee
Useful Skills:
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Previous volunteer experience
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Logistics experience
VP of Religious Education
Responsibilities:
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Advocate for the parents and students of the Religious School
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Serve as liaison between the Board of Directors and the Religious School
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Monitor the instructional programs of the Religious School, in conjunction with the School Administrator and Rabbi
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Prepare an annual budget for religious school programs, in conjunction with School Administrator
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Establish and maintain policies and procedures of the Religious School, in conjunction with the School Administrator and Rabbi
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Evaluate teachers’ contracts, in conjunction with the School Administrator and Rabbi
Useful Skills:
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School administration experience
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Education experience
Secretary
Responsibilities:
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Record and maintain records (minutes) of all business meetings conducted by the Board of Directors and the general membership
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Distribute said minutes no later than 7 days after the meeting
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Notify the general membership in writing of all meetings of the general membership at least 2 weeks prior to the scheduled meeting
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Maintain a copy of the current Bylaws and transmit all necessary reports to local, state, and federal agencies when modifications to these Bylaws are affected
Useful Skills:
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High degree of organization
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Strong oral and written communication skills
Financial Secretary
Responsibilities:
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Chair the Financial Committee
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Maintain financial records pertaining to membership
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Pursue collection of all billing in arrears due the Congregation
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Advise the Board of Directors regarding members on scholarship and past-due accounts
Useful Skills:
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Financial acumen
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Diplomacy and tact