Key Aspects of the Role: What You Will Do1. Transformative Ritual Leadership- Create Welcoming, Joyful Services: Lead Shabbat, daily, and holiday services where members are excited to participate and sing along.- Bridge Tradition and Innovation: Collaborate with the Rabbi and lay leadership to root services in tradition while incorporating innovative melodies and styles.- Elevate Spirituality: Ensure prayer, music, and spirituality are meaningful and welcoming, incorporating your voice, instrumental accompaniment (when appropriate), and the community’s voice.2. B'nei Mitzvah and Educational Leadership- Empower Future Leaders: Play a central role in the B’nei Mitzvah program.- Program Oversight: Oversee and execute all B'nei Mitzvah tutoring with the Baal Koreh/Tutor, ensuring excellence in Torah and Haftarah chanting and service leading.3. Musical Program Development & Innovation- Expand Music’s Reach: Develop programs that extend music beyond ritual services.- Showcase Talent: Design and lead musical events, adult learning opportunities, and community programs.- Lead our Choir: Inspire, rehearse, and grow Kol Rinah (volunteer choir).4. Music Education for All Ages- Instill a Love of Jewish Music: Engage learners across Kaplan Nursery School, Jackson Religious School, and teen programming.- Seamless Progression: Use music and prayer to keep students engaged from preschool through B'nei Mitzvah and beyond.Reporting line: Reports to the Senior Rabbi/CEO; may supervise tutors and contractors.What are we looking for? Qualifications include: vocal skills and knowledge of traditional and contemporary Jewish music; ability to lead weekly, daily, and High Holiday services; competency in Hebrew and ability to read/teach Torah, Haftarah, and Megillot; love of teaching; commitment to Conservative Judaism; strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; excellent organization, time management, and communication.What do you bring? Strong musicality and understanding of Jewish worship; strong voice, presence, and leadership; worship that is uplifting and spiritually resonant; community engagement; flexibility; collaborative mindset; problem-solving.Compensation & Benefits: Salary: $135,000 - $175,000, commensurate with experience, qualities, and responsibilities. Health FSA, TransitCheck FSA, Dependent Care FSA, family leave, synagogue membership, tuition discounts, paid vacation, a weekday off (generally Thursdays), vision and dental insurance, professional development support. First contract will not include employer pension contributions; elective contributions to the Joint Retirement Board may be made.Schedule and Expectations: On‑site, Shabbat‑centric role in Midtown East, with regular evening and weekend responsibilities (Shabbat services, daily minyan, festivals and High Holidays, rehearsals, educational programming, life‑cycle events). Limited remote work may be possible for planning/preparation.How to Apply: Send cover letter and resume to search@spsnyc.org. Selected candidates may be invited to submit recordings and/or lead a sample service or rehearsal. Employment subject to work authorization and background check.