What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interim Executive Assistant position at Temple Israel of Boston?
Interim Executive Assistant (Parental Leave Coverage)
Temporary, Full Time (open to part time with the right candidate)
Duration: approximately January 2 – May 1, 2026, 8 hours of onboarding in December
Reports to: Executive Director
Overview
Temple Israel of Boston seeks a detail-oriented, collaborative, and organized interim Operations Manager to support Temple administration and ongoing special projects during a parental leave period. The person in this interim role will help execute some ongoing projects and support the Executive Director during this time of transition. This is a temporary, part-time position focused on organization, special projects and administrative support.
Key Responsibilities
- Extensively manage the Executive Director's schedule including scheduling meetings with Temple Israel staff, members, and vendors
- Support all staff meetings including proper set up of the meeting onsite
- Support the preparation of materials for Board of Trustees, Leadership, and Committee meetings; setting agendas for all staff, administrative, and interdepartmental meetings
- Work effectively and efficiently, independently, and collaboratively, all as part of a diverse team within a larger administrative team
- Specialize in planning, organizing, managing, and executing projects
- Experience with documentation and process mapping
- Support the use of event management system - eSpace solutions
- Possess an eagle eye for details, strong organizational and analytical skills, and an interest in the organization’s big-picture agenda
- Possess a positive, “can-do” attitude and outstanding interpersonal skills, and experience dealing with individuals at all levels of an organization
- Manage credit card reconciliation for monthly charges and Executive Directors credit card
- Time permitting special projects including: reviewing and organizing special fund files and assistance with our green burial process
Qualifications
- Strong organizational and communication skills with keen attention to detail
- Comfort managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Google Suite
- Positive, team-oriented attitude and professionalism when interacting with clergy, staff, and community members
- Experience in event coordination or program support is preferred
- Familiarity with Jewish life, holidays, and synagogue culture is a plus
Schedule & Compensation
- Full or part-time, temporary position
- Some evenings and occasional weekends required
- Compensation: $30/hour
Salary : $30