Thank you for your interest in the Museum of Jewish Heritage. As a primary institution of public education about modern Jewish history and the Holocaust, we are one of the most meaningful museums in New York City. With 82,000 square feet of exhibition space, a collection of 25,000 objects, enlightening educational initiatives, and acclaimed public programs, there has never been a better time to be part of this dynamic educational environment.

The Museum is looking for energetic, creative, results-oriented professionals. The Museum employs individuals in a broad range of capacities across varied professions and specializations including fields of curatorship, registration, research, history, exhibitions, development, event planning, facilities, operations, public relations, marketing, education, public programs, customer service, finance, administration, information systems, human resources, and retail.

Apply your skills and experience to meet the needs of an influential museum with award-winning exhibitions, programs, and publications. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and champion diversity and equal opportunities. As an employer we are also committed to the professional development of all our staff.

The Museum also offers a generous package of benefits to its full time employees, including the following:

Paid vacation, sick, and personal leave
Medical Plan (including domestic partner coverage)
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)- Medical and Dependent Care
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
403(b) Savings Plan
Discounted gym membership with Crunch Fitness and New York Health and Racquet Club.
Short-term Disability Plan
Long-term Disability Plan
Worker's Compensation
Employee Assistance Program (counseling/referral services)
Commuter Benefit Program

Please be advised that due to the high volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those candidates whose skills and background best fit the needs of the open positions.

Current Openings

Manager of Curriculum and Teacher Programs

The Museum of Jewish Heritage- A Living Memorial to the Holocaust is seeking a Manager of Curriculum and Teacher Programs.  Under supervision of Director of Education, this position is responsible for:

• Writing curriculum for special exhibitions, including tours, worksheets, teachers’ guides.

• Writing and editing final reports on programs and department website content.

• Planning and implementing professional development for teachers (not including Jewish schools), including budget proposal and oversight, evaluation and reporting, and writing applications for NYC DOE P-credit when appropriate.

• Leading sessions in trainings of Gallery Educators and interns.

• Drafting financial and narrative reports to funders.

• Administrative tasks include writing and editing Board notes and Ed Committee minutes, mail, curriculum boxing and shipping, financial support, event registration, reviewing and entering information from Museum group tour evaluations, updating outreach databases, registering new teachers for Coming of Age website.

• Other responsibilities include leading tours as needed, assisting with tour group entry, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements:  Strong knowledge of Jewish history and practice; MA or MS in Education, History, Holocaust Studies, Museum Education, or other related field; 2+ years as a full-time NYC DOE classroom teacher in recent years; excellent writing skills, teaching, organizational, budget, and interpersonal skills; as well as computer proficiency. 

Public Programs Coordinator

The Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust is seeking a Public Programs Coordinator. In this role you will be responsible for helping to develop program ideas, coordinating logistical preparations for programs, performing outreach and maintaining a high level of interaction with talent, acting as stage manager and talent wrangler for evening and weekend programs, coordinating marketing with the Museum’s Communications Department for programs, and maintaining the departmental budget.

Candidates must have: BA; 2-3 years experience in theater/performance production; in depth knowledge and understanding of Jewish culture (knowledge of current trends in Jewish performing arts and cultural life and Jewish film preferred); computer proficiency (Microsoft Windows and database management); social networking skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; and commitment to the Museum.  Must be willing to work occasional night and weekends.

Send resume, writing sample, and letter of interest, including salary requirements, to Human Resources, Museum of Jewish Heritage, 36 Battery Place New York, NY 10280-; fax: (212) email: humanresources@mjhnyc.org

Manager of Major Gifts

The Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust is seeking a seasoned fundraising professional to manage and cultivate relationships, solicit gifts and provide stewardship for ongoing support. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Manager of Major Gifts will develop effective strategies for working with leadership and staff to identify prospects and customize cultivation and solicitation activities for annual campaign, exhibition support, endowment and planned giving.

Candidates must have: BA/BS in related field; at least 5 years of non-profit fundraising and program development experience that includes successful direct solicitation of individuals; good computer skills (knowledge of Raiser’s Edge preferred); knowledge of Jewish philanthropic community; superior communication and organization skills; strong ability to cultivate relationships with colleagues and donors; a calm and friendly demeanor; ability to multitask; and commitment to the Museum. 

Send resume and letter of interest, including salary requirements, to Human Resources, Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust, 36 Battery Place, New York, NY 10280;  fax: (646) 437-4250; email: humanresources@mjhnyc.org.

Send resume and letter of interest, including salary requirements, to Human Resources, Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust, 36 Battery Place, New York, NY 10280; email: humanresources@mjhnyc.org