Assistant Divisional Music & Arts Director Job at The Salvation Army USA in Norc

Assistant Divisional Music & Arts Director

Norcross, GA 1000 CENTER PLACE 30093

Location: The Salvation Army Georgia Divisional Headquarters

About this opportunity:

Assists the Divisional Music & Arts Director in promoting the development, improvement, and advancement of music, dance, and drama for worship. Instructs, encourages, and guides various Salvation Army ensembles with their involvement in worship and evangelistic outreach in the Division. Plans, administers, and conducts various music and creative arts seminars, camps, institutes, conferences, etc. Travels throughout the division to assist local corps in developing music and/or creative arts programs. Performs music and/or creative arts selections to support various worship services, divisional events, and fundraising efforts.

Key responsibilities:

• Assists the Divisional Music & Arts Director in planning, overseeing, and administering Divisional programs and activities that support the objectives of the Music & Arts department.
• Assists in planning, coordinating, and executing the annual Kimball Meeks Music & Arts Conservatory; helps with the hiring process and supervision of counselors/instructors; teaches various subjects.
• Assists in planning, coordinating, and executing the annual Georgia Music Institute; teaches various subjects.
• Serves as a leader for various divisional music and/or creative arts ensembles, including recruiting and determining personnel, selecting repertoire, leading rehearsals, planning ministry trips and other performance opportunities.
• Promotes music programming throughout the Division and evaluates programs continuously.
• Develops and promotes leadership training material and seminars presented at Local Officer Trainings, Conservatory, and other Divisional Events.
• Arranges, composes, writes, creates, and/or choreographs special selections as requested for various Divisional events and activities.
• Assists with the planning, setup, and execution of any audio and video elements for various Divisional Events.
• Produces audio and video content for various Divisional Events, including filming, editing, and postproduction.
• Travels to various Salvation Army Corps in the Division for the development of music and creative arts programs.
• Provides counsel and assistance to Local Officer music and creative arts leaders at Corps across the Division.
• Facilitates various music and/or creative arts leadership cohorts.
• Provides field service for the development of significant resources for worship through music and creative arts.
• Assists in developing strategies to generate program participation.
• Performs in music and/or creative arts ensembles to promote goodwill and raise awareness for The Salvation Army.
• Oversees proper record keeping and reporting.
• Maintains divisional music and arts library and inventory of supplies.
• Distributes music and arts related materials.
• Uses social media and online platforms to promote Divisional program and initiatives.
• Participates in appropriate Divisional & Territorial events, committees, and activities.

What we are looking for in you:

• Bachelor’s Degree in music education or performing arts, or a related field.
• Two years’ practical experience in music and creative arts programming.
• This position requires a Salvationist in good standing with The Salvation Army participating at a local Corps.
• Valid State Driver’s License.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Ability to meet attendance requirements, communicate effectively, and perform duties in accordance with The Salvation Army's mission. Duties are usually performed standing or seated, with limited physical effort required.

Employee Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Holiday Pay and Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans and more!

Why work for us?

The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission. We strive to do the “Most Good” for our employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed.

Additional Information:

All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing to undermine its religious mission.

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Application Submittal Period: 02/20/2025-03/06/2025

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

• Job Family GA-EXEMPT
• Job Function Music & Arts
• Pay Type Salary