Director of Operations at Schilit Hillel at University of Florida

The role

The Director of Operations ensures operational success and manages Lipoff Hall. This role oversees administrative processes, financial management, human resources, and building operations.

What you will do

• Oversee all organizational purchasing to maximize budget.
• Serve as lead staff for holiday and major event logistics.
• Oversee technology systems including computers, phones, and vendor management.
• Manage and evaluate systems and protocols including emergency readiness.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and bookkeeping company for accounting and reporting.
• Ensure staff compliance with financial procedures.
• Oversee gift processing, donor database management, and donor acknowledgments.
• Hire and supervise part-time student assistants.
• Oversee HR functions including hiring, onboarding, and benefits administration.
• Coordinate building operations including janitorial and landscape services vendors.

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of professional work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Proficiency with CRMs, QuickBooks, Excel, or similar software programs.
• Proven track record of leading operations, managing budgets, supervising staff, and implementing systems in a mission-driven environment.
• Strong organizational and management skills.
• Familiarity with higher education or campus settings.
• High-level customer service and relationship management skills.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving and communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and external partners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with event planning, customer service, or campus operations
• Experience in community organizing, Hillel, youth movements, camping, or experiential Jewish education

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous vacation/sick time
• Parental leave
• Professional development, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities
• Access to regional and national travel opportunities

About the company

Schilit Hillel at University of Florida provides Jewish students with community and connection through a relationship-focused approach. It is affiliated with Hillel International.