Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Temple Emanu-El is seeking a Marketing and Communications Coordinator to serve as a central point for the temple’s communications, promotional support, and event needs. In this onsite role in San Jose, you will help ensure members, guests, and the broader community stay informed, connected, and up to date on upcoming programs.

The position reports to the Executive Director and supports day-to-day communications and higher-volume seasonal needs, including coordination around major events and membership outreach.

Key Responsibilities

• Compile, edit, lay out, and publish the monthly bulletin and weekly congregation emails
• Create flyers, posters, and other promotional materials, then distribute them electronically or in print
• Coordinate with the printer and volunteers to meet publishing deadlines
• Partner with temple committees to market temple events effectively
• Maintain a media list and write event and program descriptions for community outlets, including Jewish Community News ads
• Keep event listings current on the Jewish Silicon Valley community calendar
• Support social media growth across Facebook, Instagram, X, and other platforms
• Create and maintain targeted member groups in the temple database, and help keep the website current
• Answer phones, greet and direct visitors, and take payments over the phone as needed
• Assist with High Holy Days, membership mailings, and other seasonal high-volume work
• Staff temple events as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or at least 3 years of related experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with close attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel), Adobe Illustrator, Canva, Constant Contact or MailChimp, and social media platforms
• Website maintenance experience; ShulCloud or similar CRM experience is a plus
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a busy office
• A self-starter approach with the ability to work with a wide range of people and groups
• Discretion and a commitment to confidentiality
• Nonprofit experience and knowledge of Jewish customs and practices are very helpful

Tools and Platforms

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Adobe Illustrator, Canva
• Constant Contact, MailChimp
• Facebook, Instagram, X, and other social media platforms
• ShulCloud and CRM (plus)

Compensation and Location

• Salary: $34.00 to $36.00 per hour (USD)
• Location: San Jose, CA (onsite)
• Work type: In person

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter, along with a few examples of your design or communications work. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.