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Career Opportunities
The following career opportunities are currently available at Jewish museums and related institutions:
Director of Development, The Breman Museum & Cultural Center, Atlanta, GA (August 26) - The ideal candidate should have experience directing successful annual fundraising campaigns (individual giving, grant management, membership, corporate gifts, event planning, matching gifts, etc.). It is important that this person feels at ease with initiating solicitations and closing significant gifts of $5,000 and up. The development department is charged with raising more than $1 million annually. By continuing a robust stewardship plan, our supporters will feel deeply connected to The Breman. Strong cultivation, writing, and stewardship skills are a must for an individual to be successful in this role. We are eager to welcome a new staff member to join our dedicated, hard-working, and collaborative team. Please email them to ourfundraisingsearch@gmail.com.
Marketing and Communications Manager, Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education (OJMCHE) (August 4) - OJMCHE seeks a candidate to join our management team. The Marketing and Communications Manager is a strategic and hands-on position responsible for elevating the organization's brand, storytelling, and visibility. This person will report to senior management and lead and execute all marketing and communications efforts, aligning all communications with the museum’s mission and goals. Ideal for a creative, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and 2–3 writing samples (all in one pdf) to employment@ojmche.org.
Associate Director, Retail & Visitor Services, Maltz Museum, Beachwood, Ohio (August 1) - Manages the Museum’s earned revenue streams and visitor-facing operations, including museum store, front-of-house ticketing and guest services, and facility rentals. Responsible for curating a distinctive and mission-aligned retail experience, ensuring excellent visitor service, and building a robust plan for private rentals that increases revenue and elevates the Museum’s profile as an event venue. Please submit a cover letter with resume to hr@mmjh.org.
Head of the Archive Department, The Jewish Museum Berlin, Berlin, Germany (July 22) - We are seeking to fill a full-time position (39 hours per week) in salary group 13 of the TVöD Bund (collective agreement for federal public service) . The starting date is 1 February 2026. The pay grade will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications. The collection of the Jewish Museum Berlin represents the lives and legacies of German Jews through images, objects, artwork and documents. The archive is part of the collection. Key responsibilities include managing the JMB’s Archive Department, including staff and budget. See the full job posting here. Please include reference number 04/2025 on your application and send it by August 24, 2025 to bewerbung@jmberlin.de.
Exhibition Writer/Developer, Museum of Tolerance - Los Angeles, CA (July 22) - The Museum of Tolerance is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Exhibition Developer/Writer for a media-driven exhibition on antisemitism. This 10,000 square foot exhibition will explore the manifestations and impact of antisemitism, offering visitors a deep and nuanced understanding of the subject. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in exhibition development, with strengths in storytelling, narrative construction, and content creation. Excellent writing skills and a strong knowledge of issues surrounding historical and contemporary antisemitism, including how antisemitism intersects with other forms of bigotry, such as racism, xenophobia, and Islamophobia, are desirable. See the full job posting here. Please send cover letters and resume to Mrosoff@wiesenthal.com.
Chief Philanthropy Officer, The National Library of Israel USA, New York, NY (July 20) - The National Library of Israel (“NLI”) is the vibrant institution of collective memory for the Jewish people worldwide and Israelis of all backgrounds and faiths—serving as a leading global center that promotes creativity, scholarship, and the democratization of knowledge. We seek a Chief Philanthropy Officer who will raise major gifts for the Library and help place the National Library of Israel among the great philanthropic destinations of the Jewish community and the broader arts, culture, and educational communities. Learn more about how to apply.
Deputy Director Advancement, The Maltz Museum, Beachwood, Ohio (July 20) - The Maltz Museum seeks a dynamic and strategic Deputy Director of Advancement to lead all fundraising, marketing, and communications efforts that support the Museum’s commitment to celebrating cultural heritage, promoting inclusion, and inspiring dialogue among diverse communities. As a key member of the senior leadership team, the Deputy Director of Advancement will oversee a comprehensive advancement program that inspires philanthropic support, strengthens the Museum’s brand and visibility, and deepens community engagement. The Deputy Director supervises a talented team across development and marketing, working collaboratively to secure financial resources and share the Museum’s powerful stories with audiences locally and beyond. Please submit a cover letter with resume to hr@mmjh.org and visit The Maltz for more details.
Chief Development Officer, Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy (ISGAP), NY, Miami, or Baltimore/DC (July 20) - The ISGAP is committed to mapping, decoding, and combating antisemitism within a comprehensive, interdisciplinary framework, from an array of approaches and perspectives, as well as global, national and regional contexts. They are hiring a Chief Development Officer at ISGAP who will be responsible for all aspects of fundraising, donor engagement, and development strategy. Contact info@isgap.org or download the job description for further information.
Executive Director, Principal Gifts, USC Shoah Foundation, Washington, DC (May 6) - The USC Shoah Foundation is seeking a bold, strategic, and experienced advancement professional to serve as Executive Director, Principal Gifts. Based at the USC Capital Campus in Washington, DC, this role will lead regional and national fundraising initiatives to secure transformational gifts in support of the Foundation’s mission and long-term priorities. More details.
Historian In Residence, Wyner Family Jewish Heritage Center, Boston, MA (May 5) - The Wyner Family Jewish Heritage Center (JHC) at American Ancestors, a research and educational center located in Boston, Mass., whose archival collections specialize in the Jewish history of New England, is seeking candidates for a Historian in Residence position in the 2025-2026 year. More details.
Marketing & Communications Manager, Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience, New Orleans, LA (May 5) The Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented professional to join its full-time staff as the Marketing & Communication Manager. Working closely with all staff members, this individual will oversee the museum’s marketing to local, regional, and national outlets, via social media, regular email and printed communications, paid advertisements, and earned media. A successful candidate will have exceptional multi-tasking skills, knowledge and experience in marketing and communications, and a strong interest in promoting the museum’s mission. More details.
Manager of Jewish Art and Culture Programs, North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA), Raleigh, NC (May 5) The Manager of Jewish Art and Culture Programs manages the coordination, production, and presentation of all arts programming developed by the Initiative for Jewish Art and Culture, ensures the successful integration of Initiative programming into the programming of the larger Museum in coordination with other Museum programmers, and plays a key role in managing communication and outreach to existing stakeholders and in the cultivation of new and existing partnerships with community organizations for the development and promotion of Initiative programming. More details.
Director of Education, The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History (The Weitzman), Philadelphia, PA (May-5) The Weitzman seeks an entrepreneurial, dynamic, visionary, and strategic leader to serve as its Director of Education. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this individual will be responsible for advancing the Museum’s mission through innovative and engaging educational programming that deepens understanding of the American Jewish experience, fosters intercultural dialogue, and supports lifelong learning for diverse audiences. More details.
Director of Gallery Learning, Skirball Cultural Center, Los Angeles, CA (April-22)
The Skirball Cultural Center seeks a Director of Gallery Learning to oversee a collaborative team that develops and facilitates participatory, affective learning experiences for young people and adults focused on Jewish culture and history, immigration, and Civil Rights. Reporting to the Vice President of Education and Family Programs, this year-round, full-time position is part of the leadership team of the Education Department. The schedule includes weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
The Skirball presents Jewish stories as American experiences to build a sense of shared humanity and strengthen a society where diverse views can be shared respectfully. The organization presents joyful, and sometimes challenging, content in age-appropriate ways to build empathy as an antidote to hate. Programs primarily take place in Skirball galleries, including Visions and Values: Jewish Life from Antiquity to America, Noah’s Ark, and changing exhibitions. Further details.
Senior Program Officer – U.S. Jewish Grantmaking, Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies, Washington, D.C. (preferred), New York, NY, or Atlanta, GA (April-22)
At Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies, we strive for a future in which the United States and Israel live up to their highest ideals and achieve more just and inclusive societies. The Senior Program Officer – U.S. Jewish Grantmaking will lead and manage a portfolio of grants aimed at enhancing Israel engagement, education, advocacy and improving campus climate. Further details.
Senior Manager of Public and Family Progams, Maltz Museum, Beachwood, OH (Mar-25)
This person oversees the creation, implementation, promotion, management, and evaluation of programming that is adjacent to exhibitions and collections interpretation and advances the museum’s value of respect for all humanity. They will design and develop public programs that increase audience engagement; work collaboratively with the Education Department on teacher workshops, docent education and develop new school audiences; create family programs, after-school activities and special projects related to youth and families; work with visitor services to ensure that programs meet the needs of visitors; and oversee special event programming and donor programs. Further details.
Chief Development Officer, Museum of Jewish Heritage, New York, NY (Mar-25)
The Chief Development Officer (CDO) at the Museum of Jewish Heritage is dedicated to advancing the Museum’s mission of educating diverse audiences about Jewish life before, during, and after the Holocaust. The CDO is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies to ensure the financial sustainability and growth of the Museum, and for cultivating relationships with donors, key stakeholders, and philanthropic organizations. With ambitious fundraising goals on the horizon, the next CDO will play a critical role in developing the Museum’s fundraising team and furthering its best-in-class development operations. See further details.
Director of Design, Jewish Museum, New York, NY (Mar-25)
The Director of Design leads a team of design staff and oversees graphic design consultants to fulfill design needs across the Museum, including print, digital, environmental, motion graphics, and art direction. Read more and apply.
Manager, Traveling Exhibitions, Jewish Museum, New York, NY (Mar-25)
Working closely with curators and the program administration team, the Manager will serve as liaison, , developing partnerships with other museums and cultural organization, developing timelines, negotiating venues, and managing logistics relating to both incoming and outgoing exhibitions. Read more and apply.
Assistant Curator, Judaica, Jewish Museum, New York, NY (Mar-25)
This newly-created position will play a coordinating role in an innovative initiative designed to share exemplary works of Jewish Ceremonial Art from the Jewish Museum’s collection to encyclopedic museums throughout the United States. Read more and apply.
Associate Manager, Academic Programs, Jewish Museum, New York, NY (Mar-25)
Along with senior colleagues, the Associate Manager develops and implements creative, dynamic, and inclusive programs for a range of adult audiences at the Jewish Museum with a special focus on universities. Read more and apply.
President and CEO, Florida Holocaust Museum, St. Petersburg, FL (Dec-24)
The Florida Holocaust Museum (FHM) is one of the largest Holocaust museums in the United States and one of just three such museums accredited by the AAM. Each year, hundreds of thousands of visitors, students, and educators interact with its exhibits, tours, trainings, and educational resources. This year is was announced that the museum’s more than 23,000 artifacts will be augmented by Elie Wiesel’s personal collection. An opportunity for a passionate and proven leader to grow the organization to even greater levels of visibility, reach, and impact. See the full position description.