Divisional Music and Gospel Arts Coordinator@ DHQ

Job Objective: The Divisional Music & Gospel Arts Coordinator assists the Divisional Music & Gospel Arts Director (DMGAD) in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the music and gospel arts programs in The Salvation Army Kansas & Western Missouri Division. 

 

Essential Functions: 

• Assist in all planning, implementation, and/or evaluation relating to the following: 

• Regional Music Schools (lead KC location) 

• Music Conservatory Camp 

• Music & Gospel Arts Institute 

• Divisional Gospel Arts Day 

• Worship Ministries Workshop 

• Rising Stars 

• Music Leaders’ Summit 

• Provide oversight of Bravo Music & Creative Arts Programs in the Kansas City region 

• Provide music support as needed for divisional events 

• Provide leadership and consultant support for Salvation Army youth music programs as assigned 

• Assist the DMGAD in delivering effective leadership training, harnessing the development of church music leaders, musicians, and worship planners 

• Assist with the publicity and implementation of Divisional Music and Gospel Arts events and initiatives 

• Participate in divisional music and gospel arts performing ensembles 

• Serve during the Christmas season on the DHQ Christmas Brass Ensemble 

• Participate on divisional committees relating to music and gospel arts initiatives 

• Assist with transport, set up, and tear down of divisional sound system for all divisional events 

• Other duties as assigned 

 

Minimum Qualifications:  

Education: Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Music; music education preferred; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education 

 

Experience:  Experience with The Salvation Army music and arts program; choral leadership experience preferred 

 

Certifications/Licenses:  None

 

Skills/Abilities:   

• Affective 

• A strong personal commitment to and understanding of the full mission of The Salvation Army 

• A passion for music and gospel arts ministry, both outreach and internal development, as an essential part of the church 

• Behavioral 

• An interpersonal style that engages people from diverse backgrounds and builds understanding and trust 

• A self-starter who has the demonstrated ability to effectively lead and manage projects, priorities, and programs in a constantly changing environment 

• An ability to anticipate and respond to issues in a positive and timely manner 

• A demonstrated commitment to providing internal and external excellent customer service; anticipating and responding to the needs of clients, employees, and administration