Lead Campus Professional- University of British Columbia

Hillel BC

Role Overview

Make your mark on Jewish student life by joining Hillel BC as the Lead Campus Professional at the University of British Columbia (UBC). You will build one one-on-one relationships with students, planning and executing fun and meaningful events around campus, and help inspire students to make a commitment to Jewish life. As the Lead Campus Professional at UBC, your job is to bring Jewish life to campus to strengthen the student community where it already exists. You’ll meet one-on-one with students to learn about their experiences and needs as Jewish students on campus, and create diverse engagement opportunities and activities based on their input.You’ll be the person students meet when they’re looking for connection, culture, meaning, or just a sense of belonging on campus. This is front-line, people-first work that makes a real impact.

You’ll spend your time building relationships through tabling and outreach, hosting Jewish holiday programs and cultural events, and helping students find their own connection to Judaism and Israel. You’ll work closely with engaged student leaders to help them shape and grow their own communities, while also being ready to advocate for Jewish students when issues arise. Whether you're organizing a Shabbat dinner, facilitating a conversation about identity, or showing up for a student who feels isolated, your presence makes Jewish life possible in places where it might not otherwise exist. This is a unique opportunity to create something lasting. You’ll bring energy and visibility to campuses where Jewish students deserve to feel proud, supported, and part of a larger community.

What You’ll Do

• Actively contribute to shaping Hillel BC new and returning students.
• Collaborate with students and colleagues to develop 9-12  program(s) a year and manage ongoing regular events.
• Develop one-on-one connections with Jewish students by meeting them where they live, work, and study. Use creative methods to engage them in Jewish life and empower newly engaged students to create meaningful experiences with their peers.
• Guide students in exploring their Jewish identities and foster a warm, welcoming Jewish campus community.
• Connect with students from diverse backgrounds through meaningful conversations and opportunities to participate in Jewish life on campus.
• Inspire students to take initiative by supporting the creation of new, student-led programs. Encourage and mentor them to develop events and projects that reflect their interests, passions, and Jewish journeys.

What You’ll Bring to the Job

• 0 -2 years’ professional work experience
• Bachelor’s degree
• Outgoing, friendly, and energized by meeting new people, whether you’re tabling on campus, grabbing coffee, or welcoming students to events.
• Relationship builder who thrives on conversations and connecting people to the community.
• Self-starter with excellent follow-through. You can juggle a to-do list, plan events from A to Z, and don’t wait around to be told what to do next.
• Comfortable managing multiple moving pieces and keeping your eye on the bigger picture.
• Passionate about building Jewish community, even if your own experience looks a little different.
• Excited to create meaningful programs grounded in Jewish culture, tradition, and identity.
• Committed to inclusive spaces where every student feels seen and valued.
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office and Windows applications
• Hold a valid driver's License in Canada

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive salary in the nonprofit marketplace. The salary range for this role is $50,000 - $52,000.
• A comprehensive health insurance package, including an additional $500 wellness package 
• Monthly Bus pass or on-campus parking covered 
• Great professional development, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities
• Paid Vacations and Supportive Environment

About [Specific Hillel Campus]

Joining Hillel BC means becoming part of a dynamic, mission-driven team dedicated to fostering a vibrant and inclusive Jewish community on campus. We are at the forefront of student leadership, engagement and support, providing a home for students to explore their Jewish identity while navigating the challenges of university life. Our work goes beyond programming—we create meaningful connections, advocate for student needs, and cultivate a welcoming environment for learning, leadership, and resilience. Whether it's empowering students against antisemitism, building bridges with the university administration, launching impactful initiatives like ‘We Are Here - הננו,’ or supporting mental health and student well-being, our team is committed to making a difference. At Hillel BC, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues, have the freedom to innovate, and work in a supportive environment where your voice matters. If you're looking for a career with purpose, impact, and community, Hillel BC is the place for you. 

Hillel BC is affiliated with Hillel International. Hillel International enriches the lives of Jewish students so they may enrich the Jewish people and the world, and envisions a world where every student is inspired to make an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning and Israel.

About Hillel International

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.

Hillel is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an accepting and inclusive environment for all.