Assistant or Deputy Regional Director for Mid-Atlantic and Florida

Assistant, Associate, or Deputy Regional Director (NY & Florida)Reports to: Mid-Atlantic and Florida DirectorStart Date: As soon as possibleStatus: Full Time, ExemptLocation: The position is based in NYC (hybrid - 3 days/week in the office)About J StreetJ Street organizes pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy Americans to promote US policies that align with Jewish and democratic values, that help secure the State of Israel as a just, democratic homeland for the Jewish people, and that advance freedom, safety and self-determination for the Palestinian people.J Street focuses its work in three main areas: advocating and demonstrating support for pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy policies in Congress, the media, and the Jewish community; endorsing and supporting federal candidates who share J Street's agenda; and educating the public and raising awareness of the need for a lasting peace that ensures security, dignity, and self-determination for Israelis and Palestinians.Our Core ValuesEverything we do is grounded in three values that guide how we work and show up for our mission:Impactful — We act with intention and measure success by the progress we make and the change we help bring about.Adaptable — We treat every challenge as an invitation to think creatively and find a better path forward.Aligned — We are united by shared principles and an unwavering commitment to our mission.The OpportunityThis is a moment of real consequence for J Street — and for the issues we work on. The debate over Israel-Palestine in Congress, in the Jewish community, and in American politics is shifting, and J Street is at the center of that shift. Over the past five years, we have doubled our budget and dramatically expanded our reach.

We're looking for two talented professionals who are ready to grow with J Street as we step into our next chapter and help shape what that chapter looks like.Ideal candidates will bring a passion for fundraising, deep relationships in the Jewish community, and a strong understanding of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and how it plays out in American politics.What You'll DoThe ARD/DRD is responsible for growing J Street's leadership ranks, raising operating and political funds, and advancing our pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy agenda across your region. Your work falls into three main areas:Fundraising and DevelopmentCultivate and manage relationships with existing donors, with an eye toward maintaining and growing their supportIdentify new funding sources through prospect researchPlan and execute high-impact donor events that raise funds and expand J Street's networkChapter BuildingDevelop and steward 1+ chapters in your region, with an annual plan developed alongside chapter leadersCreate programming that makes chapters a genuine home for the broader J Street communityLeadership and OrganizingIdentify, develop, and empower lay leaders in key cities across your regionBuild relationships between J Street and rabbis, communal and political influentials, donors, and activistsMaintain accurate and current regional dataWhat You BringRequired:A strong commitment to J Street's mission, including support for a secure, Jewish and democratic future for Israel and an active US role in resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict diplomaticallyAt least 4 years of relevant professional experienceDemonstrated ability to build and cultivate relationships with a wide range of community contactsStrong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly represent J Street's positionsHighly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work both independently and as part of a teamWillingness to travel regionally; the NY/Florida role requires quarterly travel to FloridaValid driver's licenseStrongly preferred:Experience in fundraising, development, or making financial asksBackground in community or political organizingFamiliarity with the region and its congressional delegationsPrior work in the Jewish communityExperience managing events and donor dataCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range for this role is $71,000–$100,000. Because we're hiring across multiple levels (Assistant through Deputy Regional Director), where you land within that range will reflect your experience.

Pay and title are set according to J Street's Collective Bargaining Agreement.Our benefits package includes:Unlimited personal time offGenerous parental and family leave (up to 12 weeks)Paid federal and Jewish holidaysHealth, dental, and vision insurance (80% employer-paid for you and your family)Company-paid life insurance401k with employer matchFlexible Spending AccountsHealth Saving Account with employer contributionCommuter benefitsSix Week Paid SabbaticalJ Street recognizes a staff bargaining unit affiliated with IFPTE Local 70. This position is included in J Street's bargaining unit and covered under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.To ApplyWe're excited to hear from a broad range of candidates as we grow our team to better reflect the communities we serve. To apply, please submit:A resumeThree referencesResponses to three short-answer questions (250 words or less each)The short-answer questions are designed to help us understand your connection to J Street's mission, your experience in fundraising or organizing, and how you think about building relationships and community.

Strong answers are specific — we want to hear about real experiences, not hypotheticals.J Street is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.