Overview
We are a Traditional shul adhering to Orthodox Halacha and seeking a Rabbi with Orthodox smicha. We presently have daily mechitzah minyanim and two concurrent services on Shabbat, one with and one without a mechitzah. We are located in a suburb of Chicago.
The Rabbi will serve as spiritual leader and halachic authority of the congregation and will minister to the religious, educational and pastoral needs of its members.
· Work in conjunction with the congregation and its Board of Directors to attain the goals set forth in the Congregation’s mission statement and by-laws
· Actively spearhead membership growth efforts for the shul
· Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and ability to inspire and motivate members of all levels of observance
· Strive to develop a personal relationship with each Congregation member
· Lead services both with and without mechitza on Shabbat and all chagim
· Together with the worship committee, set the tone and content of all worship services
· Manage all daily worship services, providing such attendance does not conflict with other rabbinical responsibilities or scheduled time off
· Read Torah and lead davening when requested
· Officiate at life cycle events of congregants and their families, including weddings, funerals, Bar and Bat Mitzvot and baby namings
1. A Rabbi with Orthodox Smicha and adherent to a Modern Orthodox approach to Judaism
2. Willing and able to lead a mixed seating and separate seating minyan
3. Experienced in leading a multi-generational synagogue
4. Adherent to the precept of Torah given at Mount Sinai
5. Able to Lain Torah and function as Shaliach Tzibbur
6. Able to deliver a drasha at all Shabbat and Yom Tov services
7. Experienced and dedicated to growing membership, including conducting outreach to engage participation in shul events
8. Dedicated to serving and being a leader in the Jewish community of our city
9. An advocate for the survival of Israel as the homeland for the Jewish people
10. A skilled educator
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