Piano Outreach Coordinator

Details

Open Date 03/18/2025

Requisition Number PRN15706N

Job Title Coordinator, Education

Working Title Piano Outreach Coordinator

Job Grade D

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 15

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 01827 - Preparatory Division

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range 17000 to 18000

Close Date 04/25/2025

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The University of Utah School of Music seeks a dynamic and dedicated individual to teach, inspire students and manage the University Piano Outreach Program ( UPOP ). This position combines teaching, leadership, and administrative responsibilities, including the oversight and management of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) between the University and partner organizations.

Responsibilities

Coordination and Management of the University Piano Outreach Program

• Oversee all aspects of UPOP , including curriculum development, instructional oversight, and administrative management.

• Supervise, observe and train graduate Teaching Assistants (TAs) who teach in the Outreach Program.

• Supervise and train student volunteers.

• Maintain communication with elementary school boards, principals, and after-school program coordinators to ensure effective operation of the program.

• Maintain detailed records of TAs, volunteers, and students participating in the program.

• Actively participate in community outreach and events to promote the Piano Outreach Program and engage with diverse community members.

MOU Development and Oversight

• Oversee the development, negotiation, and execution of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) between the University of Utah and partner organizations hosting UPOP .

• Draft and develop MOUs that clearly outline program terms, expectations, and responsibilities of all parties.

• Collaborate with host organizations to review MOU clauses, address concerns, and reach agreements that reflect shared goals.

• Serve as the primary liaison between program leadership and the University of Utah’s legal counsel, ensuring legal compliance and submitting draft MOUs for review and necessary revisions.

• Manage the signing process to ensure MOUs are executed in a timely manner, securing signatures from all parties involved.

• Maintain a database of signed MOUs, track deadlines for renewals or amendments, and ensure compliance with institutional policies and contractual obligations.

• Represent UPOP as a key ambassador, fostering positive relationships with host locations and ensuring alignment with program objectives.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Specific teaching assignments are subject to change based on enrollment, budget, and other considerations, as determined by the Director of the School of Music in consultation with the Program Coordinator.

• Other duties may be assigned as mutually agreed upon by the instructor and the Director of the School of Music.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience teaching piano to students of various skill levels.

• Strong organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.

• Experience supervising and mentoring teaching assistants or volunteers.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with students, parents, and community partners.

• Familiarity with legal terminology and the ability to interpret and apply institutional policies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A graduate degree in music, piano performance, or piano pedagogy.

• Experience in community engagement or outreach programs.

• Experience negotiating contracts or agreements, particularly in an educational or nonprofit setting.

• Spanish Language Proficiency (not required but helpful)

Key Competencies:

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to build consensus and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address contractual challenges.

• This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), and two years related experience required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• A graduate degree in music, piano performance, or piano pedagogy.

• Experience in community engagement or outreach programs.

• Experience negotiating contracts or agreements, particularly in an educational or nonprofit setting.

• Spanish Language Proficiency (not required but helpful)

Special Instructions Summary

Please submit your résumé or CV, a cover letter detailing your qualifications, a teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references through the application.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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