Music Department Administrative Coordinator

About GlideGLIDE is a nationally recognized center for social justice, dedicated to fighting systemic injustices, creating pathways out of poverty and crisis, and transforming lives. Through its integrated comprehensive services, advocacy initiatives, and inclusive community, GLIDE empowers individuals, families, and children to achieve stability and to thrive. GLIDE is on the forefront of addressing some of society’s most pressing issues, including poverty, housing and homelessness, and racial and social justice. GLIDE’s mission is to create a radically inclusive, just, and loving community mobilized to alleviate suffering and break the cycles of poverty and marginalization.SummaryThe Administrative Coordinator of Music Ministries will support the choir and administrative functions of the music ministry at Glide Memorial Church. Working closely with the Director of Music Ministries, this position ensures that the choir operates smoothly, and that administrative and logistical needs are met. The role emphasizes departmental coordination, allowing the music ministry to function efficiently within Glide’s dynamic worship and justice-centered environment.This part-time position requires a passion for music, organizational skills, and a commitment to radical inclusivity and community engagement. The ideal candidate will help maintain the musical integrity and spiritual vibrancy of Sunday Celebrations while providing critical support behind the scenes. Essential Duties & Responsibilties: Provide administrative support and assistance to the Director of Music Ministries. This includes managing schedules, coordinating rehearsals for the Choir, and facilitating communication between teams.Assist in organizing equipment, scheduling rehearsals, and coordinating with vendors or external performers for Music Department needs.Support Music department with all administrative and systems needs including systems for Band (planning center, and Ensemble (Chorus Connection).Responsible for making sure all choir members have access to the appropriate materials for rehearsing (i.e., music, recordings etc.).Will help the Choir Director with researching new and old songs for the Sunday Celebration.Support the Choir Director with their efforts for the continuing education, expansion, and growth of the choir, with organizing and the facilitation of the annual choir team building outing.Support the recruitment, facilitation, and logistical support of choir auditions.Willing to personally lead or engage persons to lead the congregation in community singing on Sundays.Coordinates with other churches and arts institutions to perform songs during outside events and activities.Attends weekly Planning Team meetingsCoordinate weekly with Music MD and Director to ensure clarity on all needs.Help in the continued archiving of Glides 60+ years of music. Minimum Qualifications: Familiarity with church operations and a commitment to lifting up our mission and values through song.Sensitivity to multi-cultural and multi-faith communities.Experience working in a community-based social service agency with people who experience chronic homelessness, severe mental illness, addiction, and poverty is helpful.Must be a collaborator who can support and partner with members of the Church staff.Must have strong organizational and multitasking skills.Previous music education strongly preferred. additional education or certifications are a plusFlexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends for church events.Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products, especially around scheduling events and meetings (in person and/or via Zoom or Teams).Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. Work Environment: GLIDE’s buildings are located in the Tenderloin neighborhood. GLIDE maintains an "open door" policy to the community and its clients, who frequently enter and leave the building Physical Requirements: Ability to work on a computer and see details of objects at close range. Ability to hear within normal range, and communicate effectively (in person, telephone or Zoom). Finger dexterity and the ability to use all standard office equipment. Sit or stand comfortably; and the ability to navigate throughout office spaces (via elevator or stairs). This is a part-time (20 hour/week) Non-Exempt position. This role is covered by the collective bargaining agreement.

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