Gifted Music School is pleased to announce the opening of a Board Liaison staff position. Duties begin March 2024 or later, as negotiated.*
*Note: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Highly qualified applicants should complete the online application as soon as possible to guarantee consideration. For more information, or to suggest nominations for this position, please contact careers@giftedmusicschool.org.
The Gifted Music School seeks a talented Board Liaison to provide administrative support and serve as a two-way link between our Executive Team and Board of Directors. The role will also coordinate with the Development Team to steward board relationships and cultivate prospective board members.
The Board Liaison reports to the Executive Director. You will join a kind, experienced, and collaborative team of colleagues who are committed to the GMS mission and to supporting your work and professional growth.
This a part-time, non-exempt position 20 hours/week of $25k-$30k per year depending on experience.
Primary Responsibilities:
Coordinate, organize, and assist with timely correspondence to facilitate effective communication among the Board of Directors and between the Board and the Executive Team.
Communicate with other relevant internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful Board and Executive Team activities.
Provide confidential administrative support to the Board and Executive Team, including managing calendars; appointments; conference/video calls; travel; itineraries; and coordinating meetings.
Help research, draft, edit, and compile documents, presentations, proposals, and reports.
Coordinate materials to ensure the Board, Executive Team, and Senior Staff are prepared for meetings.
Schedule and provide logistical support for bi-monthly Board meetings.
Take the minutes at bi-monthly Board meetings.
Maintain Board and Executive contact lists, files, and forms.
Support Board Committees as needed in the execution of their assignments.
Coordinate with the Development Team to steward board relationships and cultivate new board members.
Work with the Business Manager to generate timely expense reports.
Track Executive and Board expenses.
Other duties as assigned.
Bachelor’s degree with a preference for Business, Communications, or Nonprofit Management.
At least 1 year of successful experience as a Board Liaison, Executive Assistant, or in another role providing administrative support at the executive level.
Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
Understanding of nonprofit boards.
A self-starter who takes the initiative and possesses foresight to plan for contingencies.
Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build trust and rapport with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
Confident written communication, with polished professional writing, and the ability to proof-read and craft organization documents.
Excellent verbal communication.
A good listener with the ability to discern information, ask clarifying questions, and incorporate feedback.
Excellent technical skills, including minute-taking, and computer software skills.
Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
Self-motivated with the capacity to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information and uphold professional and ethical standards.
Belief in the GMS mission and alignment with our company values of Collaboration, Accessibility, Discipline, and Excellence.
Part-time, non-exempt employment of 20 hours a week, with a salary range of 25K-30K depending on experience.
Potential for this role to become a full-time salaried position, based on performance.
Flexible work environment. This is a hybrid position.
Opportunity to work with an outstanding team dedicated to a great cause.
Mentorship with the GMS Board of Directors, Executive Team, and Senior Staff.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply by emailing a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to careers@giftedmusicschool.org. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled, and your materials should detail the following:
Relevant skills and experience.
Your interest in the position, including your interest in advancing your career at the Gifted Music School.
Your professional strengths.
Evidence of your alignment with our mission and company values.
Based on these materials, a hiring manager will contact you about next steps within a few weeks. Applicants whose experiences and qualifications are aligned with the position will be invited to an interview.
Thank you for your interest in joining the Gifted Music School!
The Gifted Music School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy (including childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, work-related injury, genetic information, marital status, membership in the armed forces or reserves, or any other protected characteristic or status under applicable federal, state and local laws. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for any part of the application process, please contact careers@giftedmusicschool.org
