Campus Director

Hillel at Kennesaw State University, Hillels of Georgia

Role Overview

Hillels of Georgia seeks a visionary, dynamic, and strategic leader with proven organizational skills to lead Hillel at Kennesaw State University. This role is responsible for building a vibrant and meaningful Jewish community at Kennesaw State University, a community that includes opportunities for learning, celebration, service, connection to Israel, and strong peer relationships. The Campus Director will intentionally engage students while also creating pathways for students to step into leadership and take ownership of Jewish life at KSU.

This position requires a strong commitment to inclusion, pluralism, and creating a community where students feel genuinely welcomed and valued. The Campus Director will cultivate relationships not only with students, but with parents, alumni, community members/partners, and university stakeholders to strengthen the student experience and the broader support system around Hillel.

In addition to engagement and leadership development, the Campus Director is responsible for the overall direction of the Hillel, including programming, operations, supervision of staff, and fundraising. This role requires someone who can hold both the day-to-day work and the bigger picture, ensuring that the Hillel continues to grow in a way that is thoughtful, sustainable, and rooted in student needs.

What You’ll Do

Student Engagement and Community Building

• Set and execute a bold vision for growing Jewish student engagement at KSU, with clear goals and measurable outcomes
• Build deep, meaningful relationships with students through relational engagement, meeting students where they are and helping them find their place in Jewish life
• Identify, reach, and engage students who are not yet connected to Hillel, with a focus on expanding the leadership pipeline
• Create a culture where students feel ownership over Jewish life on campus
• Build strong relationships with university partners, faculty, and student organizations
• Collaborate with Hillels of Georgia colleagues to support statewide initiatives and shared strategy

Innovation, Programming, and Leadership Development

• Design and implement creative, relevant, and high-impact initiatives that reflect the interests and needs of today’s students
• Encourage experimentation in staff and students by piloting new ideas, testing approaches, and iterating quickly
• Recruit, mentor, and develop student leaders, with a focus on ownership, initiative, and leadership growth
• Build a leadership culture that empowers students to move from ideas to action

Fundraising and Sustainability 

• Lead and grow fundraising efforts to support Hillel at KSU, including donor relationships, campaigns, and local partnerships
• Cultivate relationships with alumni, parents, and community stakeholders to build a sustainable base of support
• Partner with Hillels of Georgia leadership to align fundraising strategy with organizational priorities
• Integrate storytelling and impact into fundraising efforts to clearly communicate the value of Hillel’s work
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including programming, budget management, and administrative responsibilities
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data on students, alumni, and supporters

What You’ve Accomplished

• 3-5+ years of relevant experience in Jewish communal work, campus engagement, or student leadership development
• Demonstrated success in growing engagement and/or leading initiatives
• Experience building relationships with diverse stakeholders, including students and community partners
• Bachelor’s degree required

What You’ll Bring to the Position

• A deep passion for building vibrant, inclusive Jewish communities
• Strong relationship-building skills and high emotional intelligence
• A creative, innovative mindset with a willingness to try new approaches and take thoughtful risks
• Ability to move between big-picture strategy and day-to-day execution
• Experience or interested in fundraising and relationship-based development
• Experience in program development, facilitation, and leadership development
• Strong organizational and program management skills
• Knowledge of Jewish life, values, and traditions
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• A collaborative spirit and commitment to team success 

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive salary in the nonprofit marketplace. The salary range for this role is $75,00 - $85,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, Group Supplemental Retirement Annuity, Pension Plan, life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Plan, generous vacation/sick time, and parental leave.
• Eligibility for the Jewish Community Professional Tuition Grant for participating Jewish day schools/high schools in the Atlanta area.
• Great professional development, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities.
• Travel opportunities, including conferences and immersive experiences 

About Hillel at KSU, Hillels of Georgia

Hillel at KSU is a home for Jewish students to connect, explore, and lead. Through relationship-driven engagement, meaningful programming, and a commitment to pluralism, we empower students to build Jewish community on their own terms. Kennesaw State University is one of the largest, fastest-growing campuses, with more than 51,000 enrolled students, in the Georgia State University System. The KSU Main Campus is located 30 miles north of downtown Atlanta. KSU offers more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. The University’s vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties, entrepreneurial spirit, and Division I athletic program draw students from throughout the region, the United States, and countries around the world.

Hillel at KSU is a part of the Hillels of Georgia network. Hillels of Georgia serves as an umbrella organization partnering with college campuses to provide thousands of Jewish students with their Jewish home away from home. Our mission is to create vibrant Jewish life on every campus in Georgia. We do so by providing meaningful Jewish experiences to thousands of students on campuses across Georgia. Hillels of Georgia was founded in 2003 to engage and empower Jewish students to create vibrant and dynamic Jewish life on campuses across the state. Hillels of Georgia is a proud member of Hillel International and beneficiary of the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta. Hillels of Georgia currently has professionals on the following campuses: Emory University, University of Georgia, Kennesaw State University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia College & State University, Georgia State University, SCAD, and Georgia Southern.

Hillels of Georgia is affiliated with Hillel International. Hillel International enriches the lives of Jewish students so they may enrich the Jewish people and the world, and envisions a world where every student is inspired to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel.

Atlanta is one of the largest cities in the United States and is the vibrant economic, cultural, and civic capital of the southeast. It is home to some of America’s most iconic companies and enterprises including Coca-Cola, Delta Airlines, Home Depot, UPS, and the Center for Disease Control. It is a hub of technological innovation, entertainment, arts and culture, and higher education; as well as home to the Braves, Falcons, Hawks, and Atlanta United FC. Major attractions include the Atlanta Zoo, Botanical Garden, Piedmont Park, and High Museum of Art, as well as historic landmarks such as the Carter Center, MLK Historical Park and Birthplace, and much more.

About Hillel International

In 1923, Rabbi Benjamin Frankel started Hillel with humble means, a noble mission and a breathtaking vision: to convey Jewish civilization to a new generation. Today, Hillel International continues to enrich the lives of Jewish students and is the largest Jewish campus organization in the world at nearly 1,000 colleges and universities across North America and around the world. As Hillel evolves as an organization, the mission remains steadfast: to create lasting connections with every Jewish student that foster an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel and train them to become the next Jewish leaders.

Hillel is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an accepting and inclusive environment for all.