Youth Programs and Community Engagement Coordinator

Department: School of Music and Dance
Classification: Administrative Program Assist
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $20.98 - $31.63 per hour
FTE: 1.0

Review of Applications Begins

February 4, 2026; position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

To be considered, please submit:

1. A current resume/CV- including relevant work history with dates of employment and educational background will help us evaluate how you meet the qualifications for the position. Applications that do not demonstrate the required minimum qualifications cannot be considered.

2. A cover letter demonstrating how your skills and experience meet the minimum and preferred qualifications for the position.

3. Three (3) professional references with contact information. References will not be contacted without prior notification.

We are committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that might be someone with a nontraditional background. Even if you don’t think you meet every preferred qualification, we encourage you to apply.

Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University.

To request a copy of the full position description, please email CBSOHR@uoregon.edu.

Department Summary

Oregon Bach Festival (OBF) is an acclaimed music performance series presented by the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance, with representation from the community through an Advisory Board. The Grammy Award-winning Festival is recognized nationally and internationally as a premier performing arts organization which annually presents and produces approximately 50 performances of major choral-orchestral works, instrumental and chamber concerts, solo recitals, lectures, a children's series, master classes for professional musicians, an 11-day intensive study and choral performance program (a.k.a. Stangeland Family Youth Choral Academy) for high school-aged singers.

The administrative offices of the Festival operate year-round for the purpose of planning, budgeting, and producing each year's program, which includes the hiring and management of approximately 350 artists. Other major administrative areas include securing funds through private and business donations and public and private sector grants, the business management of the organization (annual budget of approx. $2.7 million) and publicizing, marketing and promoting the Festival.

Position Summary

The Youth Programs and Community Engagement Coordinator (YPCEC) administers a wide range of education and community initiatives for the School of Music and Dance (SOMD). This role reports to the Director of Programming and Administration, supports program directors affiliated with summer programs and the Community Music Institute (CMI), and directly supervises seasonal and part-time staff.

The YPCEC oversees summer youth programs, which currently include the Stangeland Family Youth Choral Academy (SFYCA), Jazz Camp, and String Intensive—coordinating program design, scheduling, recruitment, communications, staffing, budgeting, and evaluation, while collaborating closely with marketing and philanthropy staff in support of revenue generation. The position also coordinates CMI, administering instructional programs, performances, staffing, budgeting, and participant-family communications, while supporting curriculum development and ensuring compliance with University of Oregon policies. The YPCEC is responsible for overseeing the compliance and safety of these youth programs and works closely with the UO Division of Safety and Risk Services.

The YOCEC leads Oregon Bach Festival (OBF) community engagement initiatives by developing partnerships, coordinating artist participation in engagement activities, evaluating program impact, and contributing to engagement-related fundraising. The position also supports Chamber Music at Beall residencies through the coordination of SOMD and K-12 school-based activities. Together, these responsibilities advance educational opportunities, community impact, and artistic engagement across OBF and SOMD.

Additional Expectations:
• Local travel, including to areas not regularly serviced by public transportation.
• Flexible work schedule, with required evening and weekend availability.

Work Schedule:
This position requires a flexible schedule based on operational and event needs, including evenings and weekends. Overtime must be pre-approved by the supervisor. Vacation planning is subject to “black-out”