Jewish Jobs in Denver
Shabbat-Friendly Careers

Why Work for Jewish Organizations in Denver?

The Denver–Boulder area is home to roughly 100,000 Jews — the largest Jewish community in the Mountain West and one of the fastest-growing in America. The city pairs an outdoor lifestyle and strong economy with serious Jewish infrastructure: a major Federation, a large JCC, day schools, Hillels, and social-service agencies that hire year-round.

Types of Jewish Jobs in Denver

Jewish organizations in Denver hire across multiple departments and roles:

• Development & Fundraising: Major gifts officers, annual fund managers, grant writers, campaign coordinators
• Education & Programming: Jewish educators, program directors, youth engagement coordinators, camp staff
• Operations & Administration: Executive directors, office managers, finance staff, HR professionals
• Marketing & Communications: Social media managers, content creators, graphic designers, PR specialists
• Community Services: Social workers, case managers, family service coordinators, senior care staff
• Religious Services: Rabbis, cantors, Hebrew teachers, religious school educators

Top Jewish Employers in Denver

Major Jewish organizations hiring in Denver include:

• JEWISHcolorado (the Jewish Federation for Colorado)
• Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center (JCC Denver)
• Jewish Family Service of Colorado
• ADL Mountain States Region
• Hillel of Colorado (University of Denver, CU Boulder)
• Denver Jewish Day School, Denver Academy of Torah & other day schools
• Rose Community Foundation
• Kavod Senior Life
• Boulder Jewish Community Center
• Major Denver synagogues and temples

Living & Working in Denver

Denver offers 300 days of sunshine a year, an unbeatable outdoor lifestyle, and established Jewish neighborhoods (Hilltop, Lowry, Cherry Creek, and the West Denver Orthodox community), plus excellent Jewish day schools, kosher options, and a warm, fast-growing community that stretches from Denver to Boulder. The community's growth means expanding opportunities in Jewish communal work.

Benefits of Working at Jewish Organizations

• Shabbat-observant schedules (no Friday night/Saturday work)
• Accommodation for Jewish holidays (Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Passover, etc.)
• Kosher food options or allowances
• Competitive salaries with comprehensive benefits
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Meaningful, mission-driven work
• Supportive Jewish professional community
• Work-life balance and family-friendly policies

How to Apply for Jewish Jobs in Denver

Browse the current openings below to find positions that match your skills and interests. Each listing includes full job descriptions, requirements, and direct application links. All positions are at organizations that understand and accommodate Jewish observance.

Application tips: Highlight your connection to the Jewish community, any relevant volunteer experience with Jewish organizations, and your understanding of the organization's mission. Many Jewish employers value candidates who can articulate how their personal values align with the organization's work.