The Omaha Conservatory proudly seeks faculty and staff committed to providing musical excellence for the students and families we serve.
Omaha Conservatory of Music is proud to claim an awesome Artist-Faculty and staff composed of driven, kind and compassionate people from all walks of life. We are united by our deep passion for music education and devoted to our vision of creating access to musical excellence for anyone. We eagerly encourage like-minded candidates to join our team and look forward to receiving your application! As an organization, we recognize the importance of inclusivity and are committed to seeking candidates with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We are an equal-opportunity employer.
WORKING AT OCoM
Join the nationally acclaimed Omaha Conservatory of Music (OCoM) and become an integral part of our transformative journey in music education and community building! At OCoM, we are committed to our mission of building a diverse musical community to enrich lives through education and performance. Our vision is clear: to ensure that everyone, regardless of background or circumstance, has access to musical excellence.
What distinguishes us is our steadfast commitment to harnessing the power of music as a catalyst for personal and societal development. We believe in the transformative power of music beyond the concert hall, recognizing its ability to cultivate essential life skills such as creativity, collaboration, and leadership. We are dedicated to providing unparalleled support and opportunities for growth to our community.
At OCoM, inclusivity, excellence, innovation, and community are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a range of comprehensive programs designed to support our students and their families holistically, including music education, instrument provision, academic assistance, and performance opportunities.
As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission and values. Your contributions will help us continue to communicate, collaborate, understand, and appreciate each other’s work, ensuring the success and growth of our organization.
Join us at Omaha Conservatory of Music, where we’re not just shaping musicians; we’re changing lives and shaping a brighter future for our community, one note at a time.
POSITION SUMMARY
Omaha Conservatory of Music is seeking a proactive and dedicated individual to join our team as the Grant Writer and Impact Stories Coordinator. This role is pivotal in advancing our mission by spearheading various departmental initiatives, primarily focusing on grant writing, fundraising research & communications, and donor impact content creation. Additionally, this position plays a vital role in supporting administrative functions within the Advancement Department.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Grant Writing: Lead the development and submission of compelling grant proposals, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, data, budgetary numbers and priorities. Research, write, and submit compelling grant proposals and reports to various foundations, corporations, and government agencies. Collaborate with program staff, director of finance, and executive director to gather necessary information and data to support funding requests.
- Donor Stewardship and Communications: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with funders and donors through effective communication via email, events, collateral, and other communication efforts.
- Impact Stories Coordination: Collect, curate, and share impactful stories of individuals and communities positively affected by our programs and services. Work closely with program staff to gather testimonials, photographs, and other materials to illustrate the organization’s impact.
- Administrative Support: Assist with various administrative tasks related to fundraising and donor engagement efforts through our donor CRM system.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Writing, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Administration, or related field, with a minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in grant writing or fundraising.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent at following directions and highly motivated by process optimization.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
- Technical and data driven analytical skills.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities.
- Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in managing funder relationships.
- Strong writing skills with the ability to craft compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
- Passion for the organization’s mission and commitment to making a positive impact in the community.
- Experience in grant writing and donor relations preferred.
- Proficiency in donor CRM systems.
- Bonus points for candidates with adobe creative suite, marketing or design skills.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Write grant narratives, submit grant applications, prepare follow up reports for grant awards received
- Pull grant questions and requirements from grant portals into a google document to support collaboration and editing process.
- Participate in the development of and lead the management of grant submission calendar
- Conduct thorough research to identify and evaluate prospective foundations, corporations, individual donors, and other funding sources aligned with the organization’s mission and funding priorities. Utilize various online databases, research tools, and public records to gather information on potential funders, including their giving history, funding interests, financial capacity, and connection to the organization’s work.
- Type, format, proofread and edit correspondence, reports, proposals, and other documents
- Draft thank-you letters and emails, ensuring donors are acknowledged in a timely manner
- Assist in creation of proposal packets to individual and corporate donors, including donor history, if applicable. Also, provide any helpful background for prospective donors.
- Write compelling and persuasive content tailored to various donor segments and content outlets, highlighting the impact of their contributions and fostering a sense of connection to the organization’s mission.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure consistency in messaging and branding across all communication channels.
- Collect, curate, and share impactful stories of individuals and communities positively affected by our programs and services. Work closely with program & marketing staff to gather testimonials, photographs, and other materials to illustrate the organization’s impact.
- Assist in the design and production of printed materials, such as newsletters, annual reports, donor impact communications and event invitations – ensuring high-quality presentation and messaging alignment with organizational goals.
- Work with the marketing team to craft donor communications through email, written content and digital content.
- Accurately record and input donor pledges, information, and important details into donor database.
- Attend OCoM donor events and engagements to cultivate relationships, foster community connections, and support fundraising efforts.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Advancement
SALARY & BENEFITS
- $45,000 – $60,000
- 3 weeks of PTO
- Health insurance (80% employer paid premium for employee), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability paid by OCoM
- Optional dental, vision, short-term disability and supplemental life
- 403(b)
- $500 professional development reimbursement.
- 1 (30min) music lesson for employee or immediate family member
- $500 for any program, class or event OCoM offers for you or any immediate family members.
**Note: This position will follow the Omaha Conservatory calendar. Regularly scheduled holiday closures include Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. Omaha Conservatory also observes the following holidays; Labor Day, Memorial Day, and Independence Day.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Should a candidate show a strong commitment to the mission of Omaha Conservatory of Music, these qualified candidates should submit to jobs@omahacm.org with the subject line of Grant Writer & Impact Stories Coordinator:
- A letter of interest that includes a brief discussion of grant writing experience
- Resume or curriculum vitae
- Three references with contact information
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS (PHYSICAL DEMANDS)
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit for long periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Usual office working conditions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- While performing the typical duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions. Occasionally, the employee may be asked to perform work outdoors.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually low, with occasional times of moderate noise.
Seeking motivated, reliable, and enthusiastic strings teachers for the groundbreaking String Sprouts program.
Teachers will need to be proficient on the violin, excellent at working with young (pre-K) children, and have significant musical and/or educational training. Responsibilities include: teaching students with a positive attitude, following the provided curriculum, and monitoring your classroom administrative and equipment needs.
Minimum of Masters degree and/or four years related experience in areas of responsibility preferred. Qualified candidates should submit cover letter and resume with references to Candace Jorgensen, Director of Education & Community Engagement, Omaha Conservatory of Music, 7023 Cass St., Omaha, NE 68132.
Email to jobs@omahacm.org. No phone calls, please.
Tuneful Tots is looking for teachers that are excited to work with young children and their families to learn valuable life skills through music education. To find out more about Tuneful Tots, visit our website omahacm.org/classes/tuneful-tots/
Assistant Teachers must enjoy working with babies and children ages 0-4 and their adults. They are expected to interact with families with a positive attitude and provide valuable support to lead teachers before, during, and after class time.
Duties include:
- Assisting lead teachers with any room set-up or preparation and clean up (arriving 15 minutes before class and staying a reasonable amount of time afterwards)
- Greeting families when they arrive for class and making connections at the end of class
- Handing class materials/instruments to the lead teacher and families for each activity
- Modeling proper participation in all class activities
- Assisting students/parents with activities (i.e. playing the xylophone)
- Refocusing students/guiding parents – light classroom management
- Leading class activities as assigned by the lead teacher (i.e. reading a book, leading movement with shakers/scarves)
- Communicating with lead teachers and program administration regarding absences, substitutes, or other pertinent information
- Any other duties assigned by lead teachers or program administration
Minimum Qualifications:
- 18 years of age minimum
- 1+ year(s) of teaching experience
- Must be able to sing in tune and keep a steady beat
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in music education or early childhood education
- Knowledge or training in the Suzuki Method
- String Sprouts training
- Excellent communication skills & reliable workplace attendance
Assistant teaching assignments contingent upon:
- Completion of Tuneful Tots Assistant Teacher Training at the Omaha Conservatory of Music
- Must study the songs and rhymes of the SECE curriculum and be prepared to perform them during training and lead activities in demonstration classes.
- Assistant Teachers must have consistent availability throughout the 24 weeks of classes in order to be assigned to a specific class(es). Substitute assistants may have rotating availability, but it is not preferred.
Salary: $15-30 per-hour (commensurate with experience); Benefits may apply.
Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment varies from quiet to loud.
American With Disabilities Requirements: This position will need to be able to move every few minutes between standing, sitting on the floor, and moving around the room. Must be able to work with one or two hands. Will need to be able to raise, lower, and carry up to 50 pounds throughout the class.
To apply: Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and a list of 3 professional references to jobs@omahacm.org with “Tuneful Tots Assistant Teacher” in the subject line.
Application deadline: screenings begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Email application to jobs@omahacm.org. No phone calls, please.
The Conservatory is firmly committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity. The Conservatory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, gender identity, age, national origin, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy), creed, color, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state or federal law. The Conservatory makes employment decisions consistent with the principle of equal employment opportunity. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. We are an E-Verify employer, applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States. We do not currently sponsor H1-B Visa candidates.