Job Description

Overview

The Brattleboro Area Jewish Community (BAJC), Congregation Shir Heharim (Song of the Mountains), is seeking an inspiring and compassionate Rabbi to guide our vibrant, URJ-affiliated community of over 100 households. This role offers the opportunity to foster connection, growth, and Jewish traditions in a beautiful Vermont town.

BAJC seeks a spiritual leader who is:

• Committed to welcoming and serving all community members
• An inclusive and inspiring, and community-centric ritual leader
• A motivated and organized independent and collaborative worker

A clear and compassionate communicator

Responsibilities

• Lead spiritual services and rituals, including High Holidays, Shabbat, Passover Seder, and other Jewish holidays.
• Provide pastoral care and spiritual guidance (e.g., counseling, life cycle events, visiting the sick & mourning).
• Oversee youth education programs, b’nei mitzvah preparation, and adult learning opportunities
• Actively engage in Jewish community-building efforts and interfaith organizing.
• Collaborate with the board on strategic planning and community goals.

Community Description:

Brattleboro, Vermont, is a charming and progressive rural community nestled in the Connecticut River Valley, near the five college region of Northampton, Mass, and a few-hour trip from Boston and New York. Known for its thriving arts scene, vibrant farmers’ markets, and year-round outdoor activities, Brattleboro offers an exceptional quality of life. Our close-knit and inclusive community makes it a wonderful place to live, connect, and grow.

Work Remotely: no

Qualifications:

• Formal rabbinical or cantorial ordination is greatly preferred. Equivalent training or spiritual leadership experience may be considered for an exceptional candidate.
• Exceptional communication, pastoral, and teaching skills.
• Willingness to live in or near Brattleboro, Vermont.

Preferred:

• Experience leading music in services.
• Experience with children and adult educational curriculum development and coordination.

Position Start Date: July 1, 2025

Benefits:

.75 FTE and 10-month position with opportunity for growth
4 weeks paid time off per year 
Flexible schedule and workload options for the right candidate
Additional benefits may be negotiated based on individual needs

Salary Range: $60,000-$75,000

Send resumes and cover letter to:

sara@bajcvermont.org

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