School of Music Office Coordinator
Description
About the Job
Colorado Christian University (CCU) seeks an Office Coordinator for the School of Music (SMU) within the College of Undergraduate Studies (CUS). This position supports the Dean of the School of Music in advancing the School’s mission to passionately pursue excellence to the Glory of God.
The Office Coordinator assists the Dean and faculty with the daily management and operations of the SMU. Key responsibilities include coordinating logistics for major events such as the Annual CCU Christmas Celebration, Band Tour, Choir Tour, Women’s Choir Tour, and Gala Honor Recital; developing and managing course schedules; overseeing budgets; and supervising student workers.
Job Location
Fully on-site - must reside and work legally in the U.S. Regular work location: Lakewood, Colorado.
About CCU
Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world class education to thousands of students. The fully accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver.
Colorado Christian University was founded in 1914 on two principles — grace and truth. CCU’s scriptural foundation comes from John 1:17: For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. (ESV)
CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.
A leader in higher education, the University has been consistently ranked in the top 2 percent of colleges and universities nationwide for its core curriculum by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. CCU has had nine consecutive years of enrollment growth and has been named one of the five fastest-growing master’s granting universities by The Chronicle of Higher Education.
CCU offers more than 200 degree program options for traditional and adult students through its College of Undergraduate Studies and College of Adult and Graduate Studies. More than 9,000 students attend the University on the main campus, in regional centers throughout Colorado, and online.
Scripture states all Christians are called to serve Christ and to minister to others. Because Christians are individuals with different gifts and callings, we serve Christ in a variety of ministry vocations. CCU invites you to explore how you may use your calling and gifts at the University.
What is most appealing about working at CCU?
- Faith-friendly: CCU’s culture is unique to higher education. Where else can you pursue academic excellence yet read the Holy Bible, pray with teammates and students at work, and work to impact our culture in support of Christian values?
- Convictionally Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God’s Word.
- Live out your calling: We are a traditional evangelical university where you can invest your God-given talents and abilities alongside coworkers and teammates, while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings and preparing them for positions of significant leadership in the church, business, government, education, and other professions, as a key part of our University's Strategic Priorities.
We're looking for candidates who have:
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in administrative or office support role.
- Experience in music or theatre, either onstage or in a production/technical capacity.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects, events, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Proficiency in office software, and database management systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional correspondence and stakeholder coordination.
- Experience supporting teams, supervising student workers or staff, and coordinating workflows.
Key Job Duties
Mission Contribution
Contribute to CCU’s mission of Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. In this role, the School of Music Coordinator advances the mission by supporting the School of Music’s efforts to passionately pursue excellence to the Glory of God, enabling students and faculty to grow academically, spiritually, and artistically.
Administration
- Oversee academic assessments, program reviews, and NASM self-study and reporting.
- Maintain and update all School of Music documents, including the Music Handbook and Policy Manual.
- Manage budgets, reconcile credit card transactions, and process faculty contracts, including affiliate and overload agreements.
- Build course schedules, track course rotations, update degree plans, and file catalog changes.
- Coordinate meetings and communications for the Dean and School of Music faculty.
Student, Event, and Performance Coordination
- Coordinate faculty and affiliate faculty support, including travel logistics, onboarding, and daily operational assistance.
- Track and advise incoming and current students, manage scholarships, and oversee student assessments, including theory placement exams, mid-degree screenings, and senior exit interviews.
- Serve as liaison for prospective students, managing inquiries, communications, and initial outreach.
- Build and maintain the School of Music performance calendar, coordinating events around university schedules.
- Plan and execute major performances and events, including the Music Scholarship Gala, Senior Brunch, Christmas Concert, Chapel, and guest artist appearances.
- Oversee all event logistics, including stage setup, technical support, livestreams, chair rentals, and concert program coordination.
- Manage ensemble operations and tours (Band, Choir, Women’s Choir), including booking buses, hotels, drivers, housing packets, and tour logistics, and travel with ensembles as needed.
- Manage attire and performance materials for ensembles, including tuxedos, dresses, folders, and shirts.
- Coordinate music-related university events, including CUS and CAGS commencement ceremonies, prelude performances, and Board of Trustees events.
- Oversee student worker assignments, hours, and budgets, including supervision of music ensemble libraries, building organization, and special projects.
- Maintain instruments, equipment, and facilities, including tracking inventories, filing insurance records, and managing the Armstrong Center.
- Coordinate donor-related activities, including invitations, award creation, and scripting for award presentations.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the operational and mission-driven goals of the School of Music.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to walk, stand, sit, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, speak with clarity, and have appropriate vision and hearing capabilities. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. You may be required to work occasional irregular hours, including some nights and weekends.
What we offer our employees:
Application Deadline: Position posted until filled.
Spiritual Requirements
- Committed follower of Jesus Christ, who believes there is no salvation apart from faith in his atonement on the cross, by grace alone becoming "born again" thus beginning a personal relationship with Christ, the Son of God.
- Able to effectively communicate personal faith and apply biblical principles and convictions in the workplace. Must have a strong sense of calling to the ministry of Colorado Christian University.
- Regularly attend and be engaged in meaningful involvement in a Bible-believing evangelical local church. Knowledgeable about the Word of God and passionate about Christian education.
- Must be a traditional evangelical Christian whose lifestyle is in consonance with sound Christian principles, is compatible with CCU’s Statement of Faith, and is in agreement with the Strategic Priorities promulgated by the University.