The QCSO Association announces the following administrative opening: Development Associate

JOB SUMMARY

The Development Associate is a part time, 15 hour per week, non-exempt position responsible for assisting the Director of Development in the administrative aspects of fundraising and donor relations. The Development Associate reports to the Director of Development and works with all QCSOA administrative staff members.

This job may be combined with the Marketing Associate position creating a non-exempt position up to 30 hours a week.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Fundraising
  • Assist Development Director with all phases of the Annual Fund campaign; scheduling, letter and email solicitation process, and acknowledgment process.
  • Assist Director of Development with the administration of individual and corporate donor benefits, and tracking.
  • Assist Director of Development with donor cultivation and stewardship.
  • Attend Development Committee meetings, record minutes, and report as needed.
  • Work with Development Committee to plan fund-raising and social events.
  • Assist with the development and production of all materials used to support the Association’s fundraising events and campaigns in coordination with the Director of Development and Director of Marketing.
  • Provide written copy and editing for Director of Development when needed.
  • Support Board of Trustees and Executive Director efforts to solicit contributions.
  • Liaise with Volunteers

• Patron Manager Database Administration
  • Enter donations daily into the database, including sponsorships and grants from individuals and businesses, whether cash, check, credit card, electronic transfer, stock, or in-kind.
  • Maintain database correspondence templates.
  • Create and provide tax receipts and acknowledgements for individual gifts and for recurring pledge donors at calendar year end.
  • Design and produce donation reports. Analyze data and monitor progress on fundraising campaigns.
  • Create new patron records as needed to accommodate donations.

• Accounting
  • Receive daily incoming non-ticket cash and checks for date stamping and endorsing to three separate accounts.
  • Create deposit log packets for appropriate bank accounts and give to Finance Department.
  • Consult with Director of Development regarding any donation clarification and proper allocation of funding.

• General
  • Attend and assist at all QCSO events, as needed.
  • Keep abreast of recent research and best practices on fundraising and development.
  • Attend professional development luncheons, conferences, and seminars.
  • Attend other civic and cultural events in the community as relevant to duties.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Development.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1-3 years development/fundraising experience preferred.
• Knowledge and proficiency with a CRM database and other administration software preferred (training is offered).
• Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills.
• Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understand high level of discretion and ethics and be able to communicate examples of maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and ask questions when appropriate.
• Consent to and ability to pass background checks.

COMPENSATION:

Compensation for this part time, 15 hour per week non-exempt position is competitive and commensurate with experience, including a Simple IRA plan option.

START DATE:

As soon as possible.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Deadline to apply – July 15, 2024

Please send a letter of intent and resume with three references* via email to: Steve Mohr, Director of Development, smohr@qcso.org, No phone calls please.

*References will remain strictly confidential and will only be contacted after an applicant has been invited to an in-person interview.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Applications will be paper-screened immediately and those demonstrating superior qualifications will be invited to an in-person interview. QCSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The QCSOA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. The QCSO strives to maintain a workplace that fosters mutual employee respect and promotes harmonious, productive working relationships. QCSO believes that discrimination and harassment in any form constitute misconduct that undermines the integrity of the employment relationship. Therefore, all employment decisions at the QCSOA are based on merit, individual qualifications, and job requirements, without regard to age, color, creed, physical or mental disability (including HIV-positive status), gender identity (including transgender or transsexual status), national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.  The QCSOA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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The QCSO Association announces the following administrative opening: Marketing Associate

JOB SUMMARY

The Marketing Associate is a part-time, 15 hour per week, non-exempt position responsible for assisting the Director of Marketing in the administrative aspects of marketing and ticket sales. The Marketing Associate reports to the Director of Marketing and works with all QCSOA administrative staff members.

This job may be combined with the Development Associate position creating a non-exempt position up to 30 hours a week.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• • Marketing & Social Media
    • Attend Marketing Committee meetings, record minutes, and report as needed.
    • Must be present at all concerts/events and some rehearsals for Social Media documentation, including the capture of photos and videos.
    • Work in collaboration with the Director of Marketing on strategic scheduling of social media posts for all QCSO social media accounts including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.
    • Work in collaboration with the Director of Marketing to plan and create content for all QCSO social media accounts.
    • Track, analyze, and report on social media account performance.
    • Work with the Director of Marketing to develop and execute online media projects to reach new audiences and broaden the brand of the QCSO.
    • Provide written copy and editing for Director of Marketing.
  • Ticketing & Box Office
    • Understand and operate ticket sales through PatronManager in the office for walk-ups or phone inquiries, and at events.
    • Assist with data management through PatronManager.
  • General
    • Keep abreast of recent research and best practices on marketing and social media.
    • Attend professional development luncheons, conferences, and seminars.
    • Attend other civic and cultural events in the community as relevant to duties.
    • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Marketing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

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• Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to relate to a diverse population, and the ability and willingness to model the mission and high standard of behavior of QCSO.
• Ability to work with limited supervision, prioritize work, and meet deadlines with a high degree of detail orientation and accuracy.
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to learn new technology.
• Consent to and ability to pass background and credit checks.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1-3 years of relevant job experience
• Photography/Videography experience
• Knowledge and proficiency with a CRM database and interest in continuing education.

This job description is subject to change and is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee.

COMPENSATION:

Compensation for this part-time, 15 hour per week non-exempt position is competitive and commensurate with experience and includes a retirement savings option.

START DATE:

As soon as possible.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Please send a letter of intent and resume via email to: Caitlin Bishop, Director of Marketing, cbishop@qcso.org, No phone calls please.

A list of three references will be requested after an applicant has been invited to an in-person interview.

Application Deadline: July 15, 2024. Review of applicants will begin immediately.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Applications will be paper-screened and those demonstrating superior qualifications will be invited to an in-person interview. QCSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The QCSOA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. The QCSO strives to maintain a workplace that fosters mutual employee respect and promotes harmonious, productive working relationships. QCSO believes that discrimination and harassment in any form constitute misconduct that undermines the integrity of the employment relationship. Therefore, all employment decisions at the QCSOA are based on merit, individual qualifications, and job requirements, without regard to age, color, creed, physical or mental disability (including HIV-positive status), gender identity (including transgender or transsexual status), national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.  The QCSOA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

CLICK HERE to view/download a copy of the above job description.

The Quad City Symphony Orchestra is looking to hire experienced music teachers to establish private teaching studios within the Quad Cities in an effort to help us continue to grow our Private Lesson Program (PLP).

Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare lessons in relation to individual students’ needs
• Teach music theory, aural skills and practical techniques to students as needed to fully participate in lessons and ensembles.
• Provide the Director of Education and Community Engagement with a complete list of required materials
• Provide the Director of Education and Community Engagement with desired teaching days/rates.
• Provide the QCSO Director of Finance with logs of lessons taught according to pay date schedule for the purpose of payroll and invoicing to students.
• Motivate students and encourage progress
• Communicate with Director of Education and Community Engagement.
• Ensure up-to-date knowledge and awareness of honor band and orchestra audition requirements (IMEA, ILMEA, etc.)
• Foster an environment within the teaching studio of constructive feedback and open communication with parents.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Music in Performance or Education or required. (Performance Diplomas also considered)
• Demonstrable knowledge of music curriculum and the ability to implement it
• Ability to interact collaboratively with students, parents, and administration
• Excellent oral and written skills
• Able to pass a local background check
• Strong organizational skills
• Able to thrive working in a team environment

Compensation

• Instructors will be classified as employees of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra and will be paid on the 15^th and 30^th of each month via direct deposit.
• Instructors will set their own lesson length/dates/rates.
• The QCSO is solely responsible for collecting lesson fees.

Application Procedure:
Interested parties should submit a resume and a cover letter that describes your teaching philosophy to Chelsea Sammons at csammons@qcso.org. No phone calls, please. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be reviewed until PLP needs are met. Questions about the position can be directed to Chelsea Sammons at csammons@qcso.org, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.

The Quad City Symphony Orchestra is looking to hire experienced music teachers to establish private teaching studios within the Quad Cities in an effort to help us continue to grow our Private Lesson Program (PLP).

Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare lessons in relation to individual students’ needs
• Teach music theory, aural skills and practical techniques to students as needed to fully participate in lessons and ensembles.
• Provide the Director of Education and Community Engagement with a complete list of required materials
• Provide the Director of Education and Community Engagement with desired teaching days/rates.
• Provide the QCSO Director of Finance with logs of lessons taught according to pay date schedule for the purpose of payroll and invoicing to students.
• Motivate students and encourage progress
• Communicate with Director of Education and Community Engagement.
• Foster an environment within the teaching studio of constructive feedback and open communication with parents.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Music in Performance or Education is required. (Performance Diplomas also considered)
• Demonstrable knowledge of music curriculum and the ability to implement it
• Ability to interact collaboratively with students, parents, and administration
• Excellent oral and written skills
• Able to pass a local background check
• Strong organizational skills
• Able to thrive working in a team environment

Compensation

• Instructors will be classified as employees of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra and will be paid on the 15^th and 30^th of each month via direct deposit.
• Instructors will set their own lesson length/dates/rates.
• The QCSO is solely responsible for collecting lesson fees.

Application Procedure:
Interested parties should submit a resume and a cover letter that describes your teaching philosophy to Chelsea Sammons at csammons@qcso.org. No phone calls, please. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be reviewed until PLP needs are met. Questions about the position can be directed to Chelsea Sammons at csammons@qcso.org, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.

The Quad City Symphony Orchestra is looking to hire experienced music teachers to establish private teaching studios within the Quad Cities in an effort to help us continue to grow our Private Lesson Program (PLP).

Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare lessons in relation to individual students’ needs
• Teach music theory, aural skills and practical techniques to students as needed to fully participate in lessons and ensembles.
• Provide the Director of Education and Community Engagement with a complete list of required materials
• Provide the Director of Education and Community Engagement with desired teaching days/rates.
• Provide the QCSO Director of Finance with logs of lessons taught according to pay date schedule for the purpose of payroll and invoicing to students.
• Motivate students and encourage progress
• Communicate with Director of Education and Community Engagement.
• Foster an environment within the teaching studio of constructive feedback and open communication with parents.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Music in Performance or Education is required. (Performance Diplomas also considered)
• Demonstrable knowledge of music curriculum and the ability to implement it
• Ability to interact collaboratively with students, parents, and administration
• Excellent oral and written skills
• Able to pass a local background check
• Strong organizational skills
• Able to thrive working in a team environment

Compensation

• Instructors will be classified as employees of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra and will be paid on the 15^th and 30^th of each month via direct deposit.
• Instructors will set their own lesson length/dates/rates.
• The QCSO is solely responsible for collecting lesson fees.

Application Procedure:
Interested parties should submit a resume and a cover letter that describes your teaching philosophy to Chelsea Sammons at csammons@qcso.org. No phone calls, please. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be reviewed until PLP needs are met. Questions about the position can be directed to Chelsea Sammons at csammons@qcso.org, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.