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Assistant Director at Hebrew Free Loan of San Diego

Hebrew Free Loan of San Diego (HFLSD) Assistant Director Position

Hebrew Free Loan of San Diego is seeking an entrepreneurial and mission-driven Assistant Director (“AD”). This role will work closely with the Executive Director and the HFLSD team to primarily manage financial operations, while also supporting human resources, HFLSD loan portfolio and donor engagement.

The AD will play a pivotal role in ensuring the organization's financial stability, operational excellence, and mission delivery, helping to steward interest‑free loans responsibly so they can be recycled and re‑lent to serve even more members of the community. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional with strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills to learn and increase the effectiveness of the organization's day‑to‑day operations.

This hybrid role is designated to be part‑time (32 hours per week) and offers professional growth, mentorship and the chance to help shape HFLSD's future as a vital resource for San Diego's Jewish community.

Hebrew Free Loan of San Diego (HFLSD) is a dynamic, growing, creative non‑profit dedicated to serving Jewish households in the Greater San Diego community who are living in poverty, facing financial insecurity, or seeking to pursue their dreams to achieve self‑sufficiency through access to interest‑free loans. HFLSD provides a critical hand‑up, not a hand‑out! Grounded in the Jewish values of tzedakah (justice/charity), gemilut hasadim (acts of loving kindness), and tikkun olam (repairing the world), HFLSD provides a wide range of interest‑free loan programs for various needs including life cycle events, small business start‑up or growth expenses, medical expenses, debt consolidation, fertility, summer camp, student loans, and many other loan programs.

Hebrew Free Loan of San Diego (HFLSD) is a member of the International Association of Jewish Free Loans (IAJFL), a network dedicated to helping individuals overcome temporary financial hardships and achieve self‑sufficiency through access to interest‑free loans.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational/Financial Management: oversee HFLSD's financial operations, including budgeting, accounting and reporting. Manage cash flow and ensure timely payment of expenses. Monitor and track loan repayments, loans and missed payments. Work closely with the Treasurer and Finance committee to ensure strong fiscal oversight and sustainable lending practices.
• Compliance and Risk Management: ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements; standard operating procedures; implement and monitor risk mitigation strategies and processes.
• Human Resources: manage HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management of staff; develop and update policies and procedures.
• Technology and Systems: manage CRM, oversee general technology needs, including loan management software and application portal.
• Board Responsibility: serve as a liaison to multiple Board committees and build strong relationships with community stakeholders.
• Client Relations Support: work with the Director of Client Relations to ensure a smooth onboarding process for borrowers, including loan origination and documentation, verification, data tracking and client communications.
• Other Duties: manage special projects as needed; support fundraising initiatives and attend and manage donor meetings and development analytics; work in a hybrid setting to promote collaboration and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in operations management, preferably in a non‑profit setting.
• Strong financial management and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in database management and technology systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Ideal Candidate Personal Attributes

• A collaborative leader with entrepreneurial energy.
• Motivated to grow into a leadership role, with the maturity and humility to learn the ropes.
• Comfortable juggling multiple priorities in a mission‑driven environment.
• Exemplifies integrity, professionalism, patience, and diplomacy.
• Drive to become a community leader and outstanding advocate for HFLSD and have a strong commitment to HFLSD's mission and values.

Competitive salary pro‑rated to 80% of a full‑time salary, commensurate with experience; benefits include vacation/PTO, professional development opportunities, and the chance to grow within a respected community organization.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Submit a resume and cover letter stating your interest in the role to: ...@hflsd.org