Managing Director at Hillel at the University of Wisconsin

An experienced professional (8 + years) with proven leadership in Jewish, nonprofit, or educational settings.

A strategic thinker and empathetic team leader who thrives in dynamic, relationship-driven environments.

Skilled in building teams, coaching staff, and creating systems that scale engagement and impact.

Fluent in Jewish culture, learning, and community life; comfortable across a broad range of Jewish identities and expressions.

Technologically confident — experienced in CRM systems (Salesforce or similar), digital communication, and audience development.

A relational leader who loves working directly with students and mentoring young professionals.

$125,000

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability, generous vacation and sick leave, and parental leave.

Robust professional development, mentoring, and national network engagement through Hillel International.

Opportunities for travel to Israel and national leadership convenings.

Applications submitted through the Hillel International website will NOT be considered. To apply, please submit your application through the DRG website linked

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Hillel at the University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks a Managing Director - a visionary, strategic, and relationship-driven executive who will lead the vision, execution, and growth of Jewish life on one of the nation’s most vibrant campuses. As Hillel’s senior campus executive and second-in-command, the Managing Director oversees all aspects of student life, engagement, and communications. This leader will supervise a team of 7+ program and professional staff, guide the strategic direction for program excellence, and serve as the primary face of Hillel’s student affairs presence to the University, parents, and community partners.

This is an extraordinary opportunity for a talented Jewish professional to shape a thriving campus community, inspire professional and student leaders, and ensure that UW Hillel remains one of the nation’s premier centers for Jewish life, learning, and connection. The Managing Director leads the campus program and engagement strategy of a $2M+ Hillel, supervising 7+ program professionals and the Marketing & Digital Engagement Manager, and partnering with senior leadership on operations, communications, and community relations. This role directs the student-facing mission of one of the largest and most dynamic Hillels in North America.

The Managing Director will shape the future of Jewish life at UW–Madison. This is an opportunity to lead a high-performing team, innovate at scale, and help thousands of students build lifelong Jewish friendships and experiences. This role is ideal for an experienced senior Jewish professional ready to lead at scale — shaping the future of Jewish life on campus while partnering closely with a seasoned CEO. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity, professionalism, and purpose — and you’ll make a lasting mark on the next generation of Jewish leader.

Strategic Leadership & Vision

Lead the development and execution of Hillel’s overall programmatic and engagement strategy for Jewish life at UW–Madison, grounded in an engagement-first philosophy that values breadth, depth, and belonging.

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.