What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Manager, URJ Camp Newman position at Union for Reform Judaism?
Description
Development Manager
Location: Hybrid (Preference for Northern California area), expectation to be at Camp Newman (Santa Rosa) frequently throughout summer camp season.
Organization: Union for Reform Judaism
Employment Type: Full Time, Benefits Eligible
Department: Camps & Immersives – URJ Camp Newman
Reporting to: Development Director
Start Date: November 1, 2025
Salary Range: $68,000 - $70,000 plus competitive benefits package
The Role
The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) seeks a strategic and relationship-driven Development Manager to support fundraising efforts and deepen donor engagement for Camp Newman’s summer and year-round experiences. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of data and storytelling, strategy and execution, and is passionate about helping young people thrive through immersive Jewish experiences.
What You Will Do
The Development Manager reports to the Development Director and is responsible for the following:
DATA, REPORTING & SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT
You are a relationship-builder who loves connecting people with purpose. You think strategically, communicate clearly, and execute with care. You’re energized by collaborative environments and the opportunity to advance a mission you believe in.
Keys to Success (the must-haves)
Every team member at the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) plays an essential role in our mission to create a whole, just, and compassionate world. Our team is creative, thoughtful, and innovative. Each member of the team is empowered to make meaningful contributions to achieving our shared goals. Our diverse team is made up of individuals with different skills and backgrounds and every team member is willing to take risks as well as take action to develop and create big ideas for the future of the Reform Movement. While this position focuses on a particular area of work, every team member is a vital part of our overall success.
As the Development Manager, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of URJ Camp Newman and contributing to a meaningful mission. Join a dedicated team of professionals working to inspire young leaders and foster lifelong engagement in Jewish life. Together, we can make a positive impact and build communities where every individual feels a sense of belonging.
The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) provides vision and voice to build strong communities that, together, transform the way people connect to Judaism and change the world. We acknowledge that due to racism, ableism, homophobia, and other forms of oppression, that our communities are not whole until everyone experiences a sense of belonging within the Jewish community. As the largest Jewish movement in North America, we stand for a Judaism that is inclusive and reflective of a wide range of identities and accept the responsibility of dismantling oppression both inside and outside of our communities. Through camping, youth experiences, programs, information sharing, and networking opportunities, our over 850 congregations and 14 residential camps create opportunities for our communities to enhance their capacity to build and expand community, engage in meaningful and authentic Jewish life, deepen Jewish learning, energize worship, pursue social justice and develop inspired leadership. Together, our employees and stakeholders, are creating Reform Judaism of today.
Application Process
Apply online and include a one-page cover letter along with your resume, outlining your skills and experience and how you meet the essential functions and qualifications of the position. We look forward to hearing from you!
The URJ strives to be a welcoming and inclusive environment that acknowledges diversity as a critical strength. We promote strenuous policies and practices of equal opportunity and diversity, equity, and inclusion. It is our objective to recruit, hire, and retain the most qualified individuals including those of any race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Our equal employment philosophy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, job benefits, and terminations. The URJ encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, individuals who identify as LGBTQIA , and other often underrepresented groups.
Development Manager
Location: Hybrid (Preference for Northern California area), expectation to be at Camp Newman (Santa Rosa) frequently throughout summer camp season.
Organization: Union for Reform Judaism
Employment Type: Full Time, Benefits Eligible
Department: Camps & Immersives – URJ Camp Newman
Reporting to: Development Director
Start Date: November 1, 2025
Salary Range: $68,000 - $70,000 plus competitive benefits package
The Role
The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) seeks a strategic and relationship-driven Development Manager to support fundraising efforts and deepen donor engagement for Camp Newman’s summer and year-round experiences. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of data and storytelling, strategy and execution, and is passionate about helping young people thrive through immersive Jewish experiences.
What You Will Do
The Development Manager reports to the Development Director and is responsible for the following:
DATA, REPORTING & SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT
- Manage donor database systems (Salesforce), ensuring timely and accurate gift entry, acknowledgment, and reporting.
- Track progress toward fundraising goals, generate reports, and provide strategic insights to inform future efforts.
- Coordinate grant tracking, reporting, and compliance in partnership with camp and URJ development teams.
- Support alumni and community-building efforts by maintaining clean, up-to-date data and communications lists.
- Provide support for the Executive Director (ED), Development Director (DD), and key lay leaders in scheduling, note-taking, and other administrative-related tasks.
- Partner with camp and URJ leadership to implement comprehensive fundraising strategies, including annual campaigns, capital projects, planned giving, alumni engagement, and prospect management.
- Support the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors at all levels, major donors, foundations, institutional funders and grassroots through the summer visitor’s program.
- Collaborate with marketing team to coordinate donor communications, such as newsletters, acknowledgments, grassroot and social media fundraising appeals and impact reports.
- Collaborate on fundraising collateral, marketing materials, and web content that highlight the camp’s mission, stories, and impact.
You are a relationship-builder who loves connecting people with purpose. You think strategically, communicate clearly, and execute with care. You’re energized by collaborative environments and the opportunity to advance a mission you believe in.
Keys to Success (the must-haves)
- Passion for Camp: You have a deep belief in the power of Jewish camp to transform lives and build community.
- Fundraising Strategy & Execution: You know how to plan and execute fundraising campaigns and you’re skilled at building donor pipelines through thoughtful identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
- Relationship Building & Donor Stewardship: You have strong interpersonal skills and enjoy engaging with donors, lay leadership, alumni, foundations, clergy and community stakeholders in a way that feels warm, authentic, and professional.
- Data Management & Analytical Thinking: You’re comfortable using donor database systems (such as Salesforce or Raiser’s Edge), and you approach data with precision – tracking gifts, analyzing trends, and generating insights to guide strategy.
- Written & Verbal Communication: You’re a clear, compelling communicator who can craft donor reports and talking points that connect people to our mission and impact.
- Self-Management & Accountability: You take initiative, follow through on commitments, and hold yourself to high standards of integrity and professionalism. You’re highly organized, able to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines, and enjoy working collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Collaborative Teamwork: You thrive in a team setting, bring a cooperative spirit, and enjoy partnering with others to achieve shared goals.
- Commitment to Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (REDI): You bring a strong awareness of equity and inclusion and are committed to help foster a community where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Business Administration, or related field.
- 2 years of relevant fundraising experience preferred
- Ability to be on-site during the summer for key donor events and visits.
- Occasional in-person meetings, as needed
Every team member at the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) plays an essential role in our mission to create a whole, just, and compassionate world. Our team is creative, thoughtful, and innovative. Each member of the team is empowered to make meaningful contributions to achieving our shared goals. Our diverse team is made up of individuals with different skills and backgrounds and every team member is willing to take risks as well as take action to develop and create big ideas for the future of the Reform Movement. While this position focuses on a particular area of work, every team member is a vital part of our overall success.
As the Development Manager, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of URJ Camp Newman and contributing to a meaningful mission. Join a dedicated team of professionals working to inspire young leaders and foster lifelong engagement in Jewish life. Together, we can make a positive impact and build communities where every individual feels a sense of belonging.
The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) provides vision and voice to build strong communities that, together, transform the way people connect to Judaism and change the world. We acknowledge that due to racism, ableism, homophobia, and other forms of oppression, that our communities are not whole until everyone experiences a sense of belonging within the Jewish community. As the largest Jewish movement in North America, we stand for a Judaism that is inclusive and reflective of a wide range of identities and accept the responsibility of dismantling oppression both inside and outside of our communities. Through camping, youth experiences, programs, information sharing, and networking opportunities, our over 850 congregations and 14 residential camps create opportunities for our communities to enhance their capacity to build and expand community, engage in meaningful and authentic Jewish life, deepen Jewish learning, energize worship, pursue social justice and develop inspired leadership. Together, our employees and stakeholders, are creating Reform Judaism of today.
Application Process
Apply online and include a one-page cover letter along with your resume, outlining your skills and experience and how you meet the essential functions and qualifications of the position. We look forward to hearing from you!
The URJ strives to be a welcoming and inclusive environment that acknowledges diversity as a critical strength. We promote strenuous policies and practices of equal opportunity and diversity, equity, and inclusion. It is our objective to recruit, hire, and retain the most qualified individuals including those of any race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Our equal employment philosophy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, job benefits, and terminations. The URJ encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, individuals who identify as LGBTQIA , and other often underrepresented groups.
Salary : $68,000 - $70,000
