Job Title: Music Program CoordinatorDepartment: Music – Creative ExpressionsReports to: Sr.
Music Program ManagerFLSA Status: Non-exemptHourly Rate: $19-21A Place Called Home is a dynamic, non-profit youth and community center in South Central Los Angeles.
APCH provides educational programs, counseling, mentoring, music, dance and art classes, fitness and health and wellness opportunities.
As youth participate in our programs, they discover interests and talents and develop a better sense of themselves and their place in the world around them.
Our goal is to increase the likelihood that youth will stay in school, pursue higher education, attain viable jobs, and become active community members capable of making positive change in the world in which they live.SUMMARYUnder the direction of the Sr.
Music Program Manager, the Music Program Coordinator (MPC) is responsible for supporting general department administration and coordination.
The Department coordinator implements programs, REACH objectives, agency best practices, and program efficiencies.
The Music Program Coordinator provides key support in programming application and policy.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvide administrative support to the Music Department including but not limited to semester schedules, staff, Independent Contractor and instructor assignments and coordination, student assessments, budgets & expenses, attendance reports, correspondence and other student performance administrationAgency-wide duties including youth supervision when onsite and on agency related events, inputting class attendance and participation in agency events when requiredCoordination of contractor paperwork and invoicingProvide instruction and serve as substitute instructor when neededWork closely with the Senior Music Program Manager in the recruitment, retention, supervision and coordination of students for Berklee City Music Program and the APCH Accelerated Music ProgramRepresent the Music Department and the Berklee City Music program at off-campus events, performances and conferences as requiredSupport logistics and coordination for music department performances and events on and off-campus including student participationSupport music related needs of agency departmentsOversee support staff and volunteers for special events and serve as primary chaperone as necessary, including Virtual Workshops/ClassesCompose and prepare regular and special reports as requiredMaintain database of student records and private instructorsAssist the Senior Music Program Manager in the placement of AMP student enrollment in ongoing basis semester classesCommunicate with performers and technical crews regarding rehearsals and production schedules and logisticsMonitor student progress and maintain communication with parents regarding class performance, GPA, and attendanceProvide work direction and guidance to contractors, volunteers, interns and support staff as assignedResponsible for equipment and supplies acquisition, classroom access, safety and equipment set-up, and scheduling instrument maintenanceAssist contractors and staff in classroom managementAssist the Senior Music Program Manager in semester evaluations and surveysAssist in the development and management of daily and accelerated music classesWork closely with the Senior Music Program Manager to maintain weekly, monthly and quarterly calendar of music activities, including virtual programmingSubmit appropriate paperwork and reports in a timely and efficient mannerOversee weekend programmingDrive APCH vehicles when needed to transport equipment or students for performancesOversee all communication with Membership department regarding enrollmentProgram Delivery Preparation and Scheduling Instrument Pick Up/Drop Offs with Security DepartmentOversee, creating and updating personal HUB page and contentWriting Curriculum and lesson planning for classesAssist in weekly Homebase Virtual ConnectTracking member engagement and updating weekly Remote Tracking SheetTracking and management of all Virtual WFH Docs & Google SheetsManaging curriculum and Weekly updates on Google Classroom (personal and some IC)Oversees all Department announcements going out weekly in Internal and External BulletinsAssists Senior Music Program Manager in management of 3rd party tracking tools for all program activitiesAdhere to the highest ethical and professional standards and values at all timesPerform other tasks as assignedThe Music Program Coordinator will be an individual who carries high personal and professional standards, is high energy by nature, and enjoys partnering with others to achieve successful outcomes.
To be successful in this role the Music Department Coordinator will focus on achieving excellence of service and performance in the five core competencies identified by the agency: integrity & trust, adaptability, accountability, learning and development and compassion.
As a Music Program Coordinator, they will also be expected to excel in the five department competencies of: internal & external collaboration,communication, prioritizing & planning, analytical thinking, and work quality & innovation.
The candidate will embrace the APCH culture of a learning organization and strive to constantly improve upon systems and services for the benefit of our employees and our constituents; and will be demonstrably committed to their own ongoing personal and professional development.
Our culture encourages individuals to speak up, we respect diversity of thought, and we look to our staff to be candid with concerns and constructive suggestions.
Together, we can continue to take APCH to even higher levels of excellence and service to the community.
Technical and Performance SkillsExcellent Oral and Written Communication SkillsProfessionalismCustomer ServiceTime ManagementAbility to MultitaskFlexibilityMission-DrivenDedicated to excellenceDetail-OrientedStrong Organizational SkillsMicrosoft Office SkillsBilingual (Spanish/English) Preferred Education/Training/ExperienceMusic Degree or proof of equivalent training/experience in related field1-3 years providing classroom or group instruction1-3 years working with youth population1-3 years experience in organizing events1-3 years administrative experienceStrong comfort with Google suite, Zoom, Dropbox and other online platforms Physical and Mental DemandsAble to work in a dynamic and high noise level environment typical of a youth centerWalking, standing required on daily basisSitting and use of hands/vision for computer work for extended periods of timeLift up to 30 pounds occasionallyHave a current driver’s license Additional InformationMust be willing to work Tuesday – Saturday scheduleMust be willing to be flexible and available for night and weekend performances A Place Called Home provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including but not limited to pregnancy), gender expression, gender identity or sexual orientation, military and veteran status, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, citizenship national origin, age, physical and/or mental disability or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, A Place Called Home complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Background screening required.