What are the responsibilities and job description for the Imam of Masjid position at Islamic Society of Tracy?
Imam Job Opening Announcement
Islamic Society of Tracy (ISOT)-Masjid Imam Bukhari is accepting applications for the position of an Imam. Interested applicants must call Moheb Arghandiwal at 209-814-5691 by the end of January 31, 2022.
ISOT is located in a residential central area of the City of Tracy and serves about 500 Muslim families. ISOT was established 21 years ago and has been serving Muslim community in Tracy since 2000. Our mission is to provide and maintain services and facility to promote and preserve our Islamic religious beliefs, tradition, and culture. Tracy has a population of almost 100, 000.
General Responsibilities
· Lead at least three daily prayers (Fajr, Maghreb, and Isha)-six days a week.
· Conduct khutbah and lead Jummah and Eid prayers. Formulating Khutbah relevant to current issues of kids, youths, and adults in US.
· Conduct funeral prayer and Nekah of community members as needed.
· Teach Quran and Islamic Studies classes for kids and adults.
· Provide consultation to Board on religious matters.
· Work with Board on fundraising programs on as needed basis.
· Assign a specific time for community members who seek religious counseling and guidance.
· Other duties as assigned by the board of director.
Qualifications and Skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of Islamic Aqedah, Fiqh, Hadith, and Tafseer of Quran and ability to teach them to community members.
- Recitation of Quran with proper tajwid and good qiraah
- At least three years of experience as an imam.
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Fluent in English
- Fluent in either Dari or Pushto desirable/preferred
- Islamic Studies degree from a recognized traditional Islamic Seminary/accredited education institution
- Holding Ahle Sunnah & Jumaah school of thoughts. Majority of community members are following Hanafi school of thought.
Salary & Benefits
The compensation package is very competitive and depends on qualifications and experience.
Working Hours
Normal working hours will vary throughout the year as the prayer times change.
For more information about ISOT, please visit Islamic Society of Tracy's official website.
or call Moheb Arghandiwal at 209-814-5691.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $36,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Tracy, CA 95376: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Preferred)
- other languages such as Persian or Pashtu (Preferred)
Security clearance:
- Confidential (Preferred)
Work Location: One location