Music & Gospel Fine Arts Manager Job at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory

Music & Gospel Fine Arts Manager

Location/Department: Ray & Joan Kroc Community Center, Chicago, IL

Reports To: Arts and Education Director

FLSA Category: Exempt

Pay Grade: NC1-206

Pay Rate: $50,814-$60,986

Job Summary

The Music & Gospel Fine Arts Manager oversees the development, implementation, and ongoing administration of all music/fine arts programming at the Kroc Center. This role creates a vibrant variety of gospel/music programming that enhances mission integration and promotes the Kroc Center of The Salvation Army.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a standardized curriculum for Kroc Center music programs and a standard assessment tool for program participants.
• Oversee coordination and development of class schedules, curriculum, and fee schedules.
• Establish relationships with local schools for marketing of Kroc Center music programs and recruit students from local schools, general community, and existing Kroc Center programs.
• Establish partnerships with universities and colleges, utilizing university students for student teaching assignments in the Kroc Center’s music programs.
• Develop systems that safeguard facilities, supplies, and equipment related to Music/Fine Arts programs.
• Recruit, train, and supervise all Music/Fine arts department staff and volunteers.
• Work with THQ Kroc Fine Arts liaison to ensure alignment of Territory mission objectives and standards.
• Incorporate a spiritual discovery element into all music programming in coordination with Officer for Congregational Life.
• Plan, implement, and supervise Music/Gospel arts showcases and performance ensembles during Sunday worship services and divisional/territorial events.
• Coordinate with Arts and Education Director and Officer for Congregational Life on operational issues related to Music/Gospel Arts programs.
• Collaborate with other Kroc Center departments and maintain program space integrity.
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings and training workshops.
• Remain flexible to work weeknights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Music with three years of experience required or equivalent combination of music education and work experience. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Experience: Three years of management experience in a Performance/Fine Arts setting with progressive levels of responsibility: developing, planning, managing, and supervising music programs.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multi-cultural clientele, program staff, and multiple disciplines without discrimination, demonstrating sensitivity to issues with diplomacy.
• High organization, autonomy, and prioritization skills to meet deadlines.
• Communication and management style that exhibits the principles and values of The Salvation Army and fosters team relationships.
• Demonstrate a servant’s heart and strong walk with Christ.
• Successfully complete Staff Orientation, Sexual Harassment, Safe from Harm training as established by The Salvation Army.