The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory · 3 months ago
Divisional Creative Arts Leader & Administrative Assistant
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$67K/yr - $71K/yrThe Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory is seeking a Divisional Creative Arts Leader & Administrative Assistant to represent its spiritual and musical ministry. This role involves developing music and creative arts programs within the Greater New York Division while also handling administrative responsibilities to support the department's operations.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Direct the Divisional Timbrel Group and Railton Timbrel Group, in preparation for participation at Divisional Events and cultivating continued growth of Timbrel performance in the Greater New York Division
Oversee the development of Timbrel groups at the corps within the GNY Division, as assigned, assisting with the development of Drama and Music programs as appropriate
Evaluate and document the strengths and weaknesses of the arts program in each corps assigned to determine the aptitude of the participants, and as a result, develop a teaching plan to strengthen the skills of the participants within the corps to benefit the larger corps program
Assist the Music & Creative Arts Department in developing a teaching schedule based on the programming needs of the various corps within the Division
Coordinate the Arts Leadership Development efforts to build up local leaders/teachers of Timbrel and Drama programs, especially in Corps not regularly visited by a Music & Creative Arts Department member
Coordinate the resourcing of corps within the Division with Creative Arts resources and materials such as costumes, props, supplies, and other necessary equipment that will help both employees and local arts leaders to carry out a program within the corps setting
Develop leaders within the Corps by teaching them how to lead and rehearse arts groups, organize an arts program, teach individual lessons and group classes, instruct participants of all ages, prepare for performances, and how to mentor those participating in their program
Help to secure local volunteers to teach and enhance the musical ministry and program of the Corps in the Division
Promote and plan arts events at the Corps level as appropriate. This includes helping local leaders plan programs, advertise these programs, and implement events
Assist with Music & Creative Arts Camp, Junior & Senior Conservatories, Star Search, TAM Conservatory, and any Divisional events as assigned
Assist with maintaining email lists for various groups with which the M&CA Department communicates
Assist with event registrations and corps officer/divisional approvals for events and groups
Assist in keeping office supplies stocked, organized, and stored in the office
Assist in keeping a full yearly calendar for events and a timeline for event logistics
Assist in coordinating an alumni list for Divisional Groups
Assist with department finance details such as department travel reimbursements, corporate credit card receipts, invoices etc
Assist with any other projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Divisional Music & Creative Arts Director
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a field related to the Arts and/or relevant experience leading Creative Arts programs in The Salvation Army with emphasis in Theater, Dance and/or Timbrels
Active uniformed Salvationist in good standing, who is willing to soldier at a Corps in the Greater New York Division, to be approved by the GNY Program Secretary
Must have or obtain a valid driver's license and be able to obtain access to a vehicle for travel around the Greater New York Division
Must have strong administrative skills and a good understanding of basic computer programs
Must be able to work well independently and have good organizational skills
Must be able to lift 25 lbs
Company
The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory
Every year, The Salvation Army helps more than 27 million people in nearly every ZIP code in America overcome poverty, addiction, and economic hardships through a wide range of social services.
Founded in 1865
1001-5000 employees
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