The purpose of this role is to assist the Priesthood and Family Department in its purpose to help God’s children joyfully live the gospel of Jesus Christ. The Church Music office, located in the Priesthood and Family Department at Church headquarters in Salt Lake City, oversees the music needs for Church members (including sacred hymn and song collections, the Church music website and mobile application, and training resources for music callings) and for Church headquarters (including music for general conferences and the processing of new music submissions). Current music office priorities involve a revision of the hymnbook and children’s songbook along with related efforts, including the development of music training resources for members and leaders. The purpose of this music project coordinator position is to assist music managers at the Church Office Building in the development and implementation of these resources. This position may be filled on either a part-time or full-time basis, ranging from approximately 10 to 40 hours per week, depending on the qualifications, availability, and needs of both the candidate. and organization. This is a temporary timebound role and it is anticipated that this position will end with the completion of the hymnbook redesign project (currently expected to conclude by 2030).
Bachelor’s degree in Music or a related discipline with 4 or more years of professional experience in music-related fields. Other qualifications include:
- Sound understanding of Church organization, doctrine, policy, and practice.
- General computing skills (including facility with Word, Outlook, Excel, and Acrobat)
- The ability to communicate well and present an image of professionalism
- The ability to lead and coordinate the work of others
- The ability to give careful attention to detail and sustain concentration for long periods of time
- Organizational skills, with the ability to manage many projects simultaneously
To successfully perform the essential functions of the job, there may be physical requirements that need to be met such as sitting for long periods of time and using computer monitors/equipment.
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Preference will be given to applicants with one or more of these specialized skills:
- Intermediate to advanced piano skills
- Background in piano instruction/pedagogy and instructional design
- Working knowledge of music theory principles
- Project management experience
- Ability to work within agile computer solutions and platforms, including:
- AI tools, agents, and vibe-coding environments
- AirTable
- Presentation software (e.g. PowerPoint)
- Video editing software and solutions
- Instructional technology experience
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
