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Full-time
Community Engagement Manager

Founded in 1908 Settlement Music School, a non-profit organization, is one of the largest community schools of the arts in the United States serving children and adults of all ages at five branches in Pennsylvania located in South, West and Northeast Philadelphia, Germantown, Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, and its virtual branch, Settlement Music Online. Settlement provides $3 million dollars each year in financial aid and scholarships to fully 60% of its students. Settlement’s reach is broad, and it continues the principles of its Founders, that there be no barriers to participating in music and arts education.

Position:
Community Engagement Manager
416 Queen St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147

The Community Engagement Manager will collaborate closely with the Chief Academic Officer, the Director of the Kardon Center for Arts Therapy, and all Program Staff to build upon successful partnership models in four divisions of the School – Community Partnerships, Concert Division, Settlement Music Online, and building usage.  They will develop and manage mutually beneficial relationships between partners and Settlement.

The Community Engagement Manager reports to the Chief Academic Officer. The Manager will work primarily out of Settlement’s Central Office while also being required to visit partnerships on a weekly basis. The position is in person four days a week with the possibility of working from home one day a week. The Manager must have access to a vehicle as driving to partnership programs is required.  Evening and weekend availability may be asked from time to time.

Specific responsibilities for this full-time position include:

  • In consultation with the Chief Academic Officer, design responsive partnership programs and oversee implementation.
  • Coordinate communication, schedules, and facilitation of programs ensuring timely contract renewals and submission of support documents with all partners.
  • Coordinate select student performances for the Concert Division.
  • Manage the logistics of Settlement Music Online.
  • Coordinate faculty schedules and payroll/payments for all four divisions.
  • Become a proficient user of Salesforce to track all partnership activities.
  • Work with Program Staff to build community connections, increasing the opportunity to maximize building usage and create partnerships.

Qualifications:

  • Two years’ teaching experience.
  • Previous experience in a professional office and/or customer service setting is preferred.
  • Knowledge and curiosity about current program trends in music education.
  • Strong verbal, listening, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to interact professionally with a diverse constituency.
  • Think strategically and work collaboratively.
  • Manage multiple projects efficiently with close attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a self-directed manner and seek guidance when needed.
  • Be an outstanding advocate of Settlement’s mission.

Educational Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in music performance or music education.

Compensation and Benefits

Annual salary is $45,000.

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Educational discounts for Settlement lessons and classes.
  • 403b retirement contributions.
  • Life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
  • Paid sick, vacation, and personal days.
  • Medical expense and dependent care reimbursement.
  • Professional development opportunities.

Settlement Music School is an Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply for this position.