In neighborhoods often overrun by poverty, crime and a feeling of hopelessness, Heart of Los Angeles invests in youth to build stronger communities. Heart of Los Angeles gives some of the city’s most vulnerable youth a chance to succeed in life. HOLA provides underserved youth with exceptional programs in academics, arts and athletics within a nurturing environment, empowering them to develop their potential, pursue their education and strengthen their communities. Through Gustavo Dudamel’s Youth Orchestra LA (YOLA) program- inspired by Venezuela’s revolutionary El Sistema- the LA Phil and its community partners provide free instruments, intensive music training, and academic support to over 600 students from underserved neighborhoods, empowering them to become vital citizens, leaders, and agents of change.
YOLA at HOLA is Hiring a Full Time Coordinator The YOLA at HOLA Coordinator provides support and leadership for all YOLA at HOLA programming and events, aiding in the overall administration of the program. Responsibilities include: coordinating daily logistics and operations; supporting students, faculty and parents with student issues; managing all aspects of student enrollment; communicating with a wide range of constituencies, including partner organizations, donors, students and parents; maintaining a large instrument inventory; maintaining a large music library; assisting with programmatic assessment and evaluation; managing volunteers; other duties and special projects as assigned. Qualifications: • • • • • • • • • • • •
Administrative and leadership experience Strong commitment to El Sistema’s philosophy of social justice through music Experienced and trained in orchestral/choral music Bilingual in English and Spanish College education in music, education, administration, human services, social work or equivalent work experience Strong organizational skills; detail oriented with the ability to prioritize workload Ability to work in a fast-paced environment in a self-directed way Fluency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word Ability to work weekends and evenings Strong interpersonal skills with a desire to work on a highly collaborative team Superior written and verbal communication skills Interest and ability to be a motivational role model for students
Please email a cover letter and resume to ChristinethWitkowski at cwitkowski@heartofla.org by September 12 2014 HOLA is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, gender, handicap, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or veteran status.