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Union for Reform Judaism · 1 month ago

Assistant Director, Retreat Services & Site Operations URJ Camp Newman

Santa Rosa, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$70K/yr - $72K/yr

The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) is seeking an experienced and relationship-driven Assistant Director for Camp Newman's Retreat Center to lead operations and enhance the guest experience. This role involves overseeing event management, team leadership, and ensuring inclusive and welcoming experiences for all guests.

Non Profit

Responsibilities

Be the onsite point of contact for retreats, ensuring every detail runs smoothly and every guest feels welcomed

Collaborate with Food Service and Operations Teams to deliver seamless, high-quality events tailored to client needs

Customize retreat programming to create memorable, engaging experiences from start to finish

Oversee health, safety, and emergency response protocols during all events

Maintain accurate event records and documentation in Gazebo and internal systems

Supervise the Hospitality Coordinator and seasonal event staff, fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture

Hire, train, and mentor staff and seasonal employees, cultivating a team committed to excellence and guest satisfaction

Build and maintain relationships with local vendors to support hospitality and offerings

Serve as a member of the summer Leadership Team, ensuring successful experience for campers, staff, and visitors

Assist with summer visitor programs onsite, providing leadership, guidance, and hands-on support as needed

Qualification

Hospitality operations managementEvent management softwareTeam leadershipGuest experience enhancementCommunity inclusionPassion for Jewish campingCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsFlexibility

Required

Prior experience managing hospitality operations, events, or retreat centers, preferably in a camp, conference, or nonprofit setting

Availability to spend extended time onsite at Camp Newman during retreats and summer operations, including evenings and weekends as needed

Familiarity with event management software, registration systems, or operational databases

Preferred

Experience with Gazebo event management software

Living onsite is strongly encouraged

Benefits

Onsite housing if preferred

Competitive benefits package

Company

Union for Reform Judaism

The Union for Reform Judaism is the congregational arm of Reform Judaism in North America

Founded in 1873

New York, New York, USA

201-500 employees

http://www.urj.org/

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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