at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Are you ready to make a real difference in the world? At the Salvation Army, we are on a mission to provide hope, relief, and support to those in need, and we are looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team. As a part of our compassionate community, you will have the opportunity to transform lives and inspire positive change every single day. Whether you're driven by a desire to help the homeless, feed the needy, support disaster relief efforts, or work for our Central Territory Headquarters in finance, the arts or fundraising the Salvation Army offers a diverse range of opportunities where your skills and commitment can shine. Where every job is more than just a role-it's a calling to make a tangible impact in our communities. If you are looking for a fulfilling career that aligns with your values and desire to make the world a better place, explore the opportunities at the Salvation Army. Together, we can create a brighter future for those who need it most!
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Job Objective:
Serves as the assistant leader of the Central Territorial Music & Creative Arts Ministries (M&CAM) Department. This individual will be a present resource for the development of music and creative arts programs across the Central Territory. Essentials pillars of the M&CAM Department are as follows: Inspire | Equip | Develop.
Essential Functions:
Act as project manager by driving team members' deliverables, overcoming hurdles, adhering to timelines, and ensuring project completion and evaluation.
Coordinate and lead team meetings, ensuring they are productive and focused on achieving objectives.
Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, helping them develop their skills and achieve their potential.
Support team performance and progress, offering constructive feedback and recognizing achievements.
Play an integral part in working with the Territorial Music & Creative Arts Ministries Secretary in developing, implementing, coordinating, executing, and evaluating goals and plans for the M&CAM Department.
Act as liaison to Trade Central.
Act as secretary and manager for Territorial Music Council.
Supervise the maintenance of the music library.
Step into the team leader role in the absence of the Territorial M&CAM Secretary, ensuring continuity and maintaining productivity.
Responsibilities for ALL Music & Creative Arts Ministries Employees (apart from Administrative Assistant):
Assist in the planning and execution of M&CAM events.
Serve as guest instructor/visitor for various corps/divisional events and camps as requested.
Expected to participate in one or more territorial performing groups, either as a member and/or a leader, as assigned by the Territorial M&CAM Secretary.
Support the Territorial M&CAM Secretary in planning, coordinating, and executing projects and tasks.
May assist with teaching cadets at the College for Officer Training.
May serve on Territorial Headquarters' or departmental boards, councils, commissions, and committees as advised by the Chief Secretary.
Collaborate with other Territorial Headquarters departments as requested.
Perform other related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications & Experiences:
The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience,
skills, and/or abilities required for this position. Experience may be considered in lieu of education requirements.
Education: Master's Degree in Music, Worship Arts, Music Education, Management, or other related fields
Experience:A minimum of five successful years in teaching and leading experience within worship arts or equivalent performance opportunities. Must show growth and success within their leadership experiences. This position requires an active, uniform-wearing Salvationist.
OR: Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Skills/Abilities:
Proven successful track record of Salvation Army music leadership at the corps, divisional, and/or territorial level.
Possess a thorough understanding of music and creative arts, and its purpose related to worship arts.
Experience in successfully developing, executing, and developing strategic plans.
Mature working knowledge of personnel management and associated procedures.
High degree of integrity.
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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 and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.
