Assistant Divisional Music & Arts Director

THE SALVATION ARMY•Dallas, TX

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Divisional Music & Arts Director assists the Divisional Music & Arts Director in promoting the development, improvement, and advancement of music, dance, and drama for worship. The role instructs, encourages, and guides Salvation Army ensembles in worship and divisional evangelistic outreach; plans, administers, and conducts music and creative arts seminars, camps, institutes, and conferences; and travels throughout the division to support local corps in developing music and creative arts programs. The position also performs music and creative arts selections for worship services, divisional events, and fundraising efforts. The position is based at the Divisional Headquarters in Dallas, Texas. Work is usually performed in a normal office environment or church environment, with travel conditions as an exception. Duties are usually performed standing or seated, and the role may require standing for extended periods while leading a musical band.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in music education or performance, performing arts, or a related field, and two years of practical experience in music and creative arts programming; or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid state driver’s license.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to read and hear music notes.
Proficiency in an applicable performing arts medium.
Ability to travel throughout the division as necessary.
Ability to stand for extended periods while leading a musical band during performances.
Ability to perform limited physical effort involving walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects weighing less than 60 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Salvationist in good standing with The Salvation Army.

Responsibilities

Assist the Divisional Music & Arts Director in developing, improving, and advancing music, dance, and drama for worship.
Instruct, encourage, and guide Salvation Army ensembles in worship and divisional evangelistic outreach.
Plan, administer, and conduct music and creative arts seminars, camps, institutes, conferences, and similar activities.
Travel throughout the division to assist local corps in developing music and creative arts programs.
Perform music and creative arts selections for worship services, divisional events, and fundraising efforts.
Carry out duties in accordance with The Salvation Army’s mission, ministry, philosophy, culture, protocol, and Christian principles, maintaining a high level of professionalism.