Assistant Divisional Music and Arts Director (3597)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Charlotte, NC

3d•$52,339 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

Plans, oversees, and administers the programs and activities that support the objectives of the Music and Arts department; initiates and implements new programs and activities with the approval of the Divisional Music and Arts Director that support and realize the objectives of the ministry-centered focus of the department. Ensures the evaluation of programs on a continual basis and ensures that programs/activities respond to the participant’s needs and the department’s mission. Serves as musical and spiritual leader for multiple divisional music and arts ensembles; instructs and conducts ensembles; manages music and arts equipment. Instructs program participants individually and in groups on proper singing or other music and arts resources; serves as conductor/leader using gestures to shape the music being sung or played, communicating desired tempo, tone, color, pitch, dynamic, and other performance aspects. During all rehearsals, serves as a music and arts guide by performing and teaching choral or other music and arts skills; using creativity and educational research as an integral part of the position, determines the most effective way to teach music and arts to participants. Plans and schedules rehearsals and performances; creates lesson plans for rehearsals; studies scores, scripts, and routines; develops interpretations and style. Arranges and composes music as requested for special events and activities; transcribes musical compositions and melodic lines to adapt them to a particular group, or to create a particular musical style. Develops choral curriculum for individual and group participants at the corps and divisional level. Develops strategies to generate program participation; identifies and cultivates program participants; identifies and trains leaders at Corps to ensure continued program development and growth. Maintains a positive and encouraging learning environment that facilitates the achievement of the program outcomes. Ensures that Salvationists of the North and South Carolina Division are encouraged to participate in a variety of programs and activities provided by the department and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in the program area(s). Plans devotions and regularly prays with participants. Plans and organizes music and arts presentations, under the direction of the Divisional Music and Arts Director, with the Youth and Music & Arts Department. Travels to meet the program needs of the department and the Division. Plays musical instruments as a part of the Music and Arts department band in order to promote goodwill and raise awareness for The Salvation Army as needed; travels as needed for these events. Serves as administrative staff for the music conservatory portion of Summer Camp; supervises Camp Music staff to ensure the safety and proper participation of campers; lives out at Camp Walter Johnson for six to eight weeks annually during Summer Camp. Instructs participants individually and in groups on proper singing or other music and arts resources; serves as conductor using gestures to shape the music being sung or played, communicating desired tempo, tone, color, pitch, dynamic, and other performance aspects. Oversees proper record keeping and reporting including activities and events conducted, breakdowns participation figures, notable achievements, and other relevant issues. Complete administrative and support assignments as assigned by the Divisional Music and Arts Director. Maintains annual inventory check on North & South Carolina corps instrument inventories. Serves as a music and arts leader in the local corps and lives as an example of a Salvationist in good standing. Provides oversight and participates in loading/unloading and set-up/tear down for conservatory and various special events. Serves as faculty member of the Territorial Music Institute. Plays and/or sings and/or dances and/or acts in Territorial functions (Territorial band, or Territorial songsters, or Territorial creative arts as requested and approved). Participates in appropriate Corps, Divisional, and Territorial events, committees, and activities. Prepares and leads music ensembles for special events, e.g., Congress, rallies, Christmas, and employee events. Assists with regular divisional live streams. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of the principles and practices of The Salvation Army.
Knowledge of The Salvation Army’s mission, philosophy, culture, and protocol
Knowledge of The Salvation Army’s music history and repertoire (band and choral).
Skills in performing music—a competent vocalist and brass musician.
Ability to serve as an example of Salvationism and to demonstrate interest in the spiritual well-being of all youth and adult musicians and creatives in divisional and corps programs.
Demonstrated ability to plan and implement effective artistic programs.
Knowledge of effective leadership skills, including negotiation, problem solving, and decision making.
Functional knowledge of principles, research, and practices of music and arts education.
Ability to organize, teach, and conduct music and arts groups of all ages and levels.
Ability to develop and implement effective programs and activities attractive to youth and in alignment with the mission of The Salvation Army.
A Salvationist in good standing with The Salvation Army
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a music education, music performance, or a related field.
Two years practical experience in music and arts programming
any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid State Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Plans, oversees, and administers the programs and activities that support the objectives of the Music and Arts department
Initiates and implements new programs and activities with the approval of the Divisional Music and Arts Director that support and realize the objectives of the ministry-centered focus of the department.
Ensures the evaluation of programs on a continual basis and ensures that programs/activities respond to the participant’s needs and the department’s mission.
Serves as musical and spiritual leader for multiple divisional music and arts ensembles; instructs and conducts ensembles; manages music and arts equipment.
Instructs program participants individually and in groups on proper singing or other music and arts resources; serves as conductor/leader using gestures to shape the music being sung or played, communicating desired tempo, tone, color, pitch, dynamic, and other performance aspects.
During all rehearsals, serves as a music and arts guide by performing and teaching choral or other music and arts skills; using creativity and educational research as an integral part of the position, determines the most effective way to teach music and arts to participants.
Plans and schedules rehearsals and performances; creates lesson plans for rehearsals; studies scores, scripts, and routines; develops interpretations and style.
Arranges and composes music as requested for special events and activities; transcribes musical compositions and melodic lines to adapt them to a particular group, or to create a particular musical style.
Develops choral curriculum for individual and group participants at the corps and divisional level.
Develops strategies to generate program participation; identifies and cultivates program participants; identifies and trains leaders at Corps to ensure continued program development and growth.
Maintains a positive and encouraging learning environment that facilitates the achievement of the program outcomes.
Ensures that Salvationists of the North and South Carolina Division are encouraged to participate in a variety of programs and activities provided by the department and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in the program area(s).
Plans devotions and regularly prays with participants.
Plans and organizes music and arts presentations, under the direction of the Divisional Music and Arts Director, with the Youth and Music & Arts Department.
Travels to meet the program needs of the department and the Division.
Plays musical instruments as a part of the Music and Arts department band in order to promote goodwill and raise awareness for The Salvation Army as needed; travels as needed for these events.
Serves as administrative staff for the music conservatory portion of Summer Camp; supervises Camp Music staff to ensure the safety and proper participation of campers; lives out at Camp Walter Johnson for six to eight weeks annually during Summer Camp.
Oversees proper record keeping and reporting including activities and events conducted, breakdowns participation figures, notable achievements, and other relevant issues.
Complete administrative and support assignments as assigned by the Divisional Music and Arts Director.
Maintains annual inventory check on North & South Carolina corps instrument inventories.
Serves as a music and arts leader in the local corps and lives as an example of a Salvationist in good standing.
Provides oversight and participates in loading/unloading and set-up/tear down for conservatory and various special events.
Serves as faculty member of the Territorial Music Institute.
Plays and/or sings and/or dances and/or acts in Territorial functions (Territorial band, or Territorial songsters, or Territorial creative arts as requested and approved).
Participates in appropriate Corps, Divisional, and Territorial events, committees, and activities.
Prepares and leads music ensembles for special events, e.g., Congress, rallies, Christmas, and employee events.
Assists with regular divisional live streams.
Performs other duties as assigned.