Director of Bands

Description

Simpson University invites applications for a full-time (12-month contract) position as our Director of Bands. As the Director of Bands, the successful candidate will be able to provide energetic, servant leadership over the development and recruitment of newly created band ensembles that will include Simpson University's inaugural marching band. The position will also provide leadership for wind and jazz ensembles. A significant element of this position will involve recruiting students to Simpson and its bands programs. As administrative faculty, the Director of Bands will also be expected to teach a limited number of courses based on departmental needs.

Qualifications:

• An earned doctoral degree in music preferred; master's degree with 18 or more graduate units in music will also be considered.

• Wind, brass, and/or percussion specialist with knowledge of instrumental music, arrangement, and band presentation.

• Evidence of excellent band pedagogy and methods.

• Experience in recruitment for band and music programs is essential.

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Experience teaching music recording and computer music technology, or professional experience in the recording industry is a plus.

• Experience working with a diverse student population and a commitment to inclusion and equity.

• A personal commitment to Christ and faith integration at a Christian liberal arts institution is essential.

General Expectations:

• Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ

• Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties.

• Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook

• Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records

• Properly exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and professional judgment

• Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties

• Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties

• Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures

• Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area

• Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the President

Essential Functions:

• Provide effective administrative leadership over bands programming for the University.

• Directs all aspects of the Simpson University bands, including recruiting, arranging, program development, performance planning, and fundraising.

• Develop and recruit extensively for the inaugural marching band as well as the full band program that will also include pep, concert, and jazz band.

• Organize and conduct effective music ensemble rehearsals.

• Provide visionary leadership and coordination for music performances on campus and in the community, including performances at university athletic events.

• Conduct private music instruction on individual's primary instrument(s).

• Student academic advising.

Physical Requirements:

Job Title

:

Director of Bands

Typical Working Conditions:
(Describe environment including exposure to heat, cold, fumes, chemicals, allergens, mold, etc.)

Indoors in controlled environment

Equipment Used:
(List all manual and automated equipment used in the course of performing essential functions.)

Computer, scanner, copier, mouse, keyboard, stapler, 3-hole punch, letter opener

Essential Physical Tasks:
(List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions - i.e. sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing, climbing ladders, etc.)

Sitting for long periods of time using a computer

Analysis of Physical Demands to Perform Essential Functions:

Key (Based on typical week):

N=Never
R=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week)
O=Occasional (1%-33% of time)

F=Frequent (34%-66% of time)
C=Constant (over 66% of time)

Activity

Frequency

Activity

Frequency

N

R

O

F

C

N

R

O

F

C

Lifting/Carrying

Twisting/Turning

Under 10 lbs

X

Reach over shoulder

X

11-20 lbs

X

Reach over head

X

21-50 lbs

X

Reach outward

X

51-100 lbs

X

Climb

X

Over 100 lbs

X

Crawl

X

Kneel

X

Pushing/Pulling

Squat

X

Under 10 lbs

X

Sit

X

11-20 lbs

X

Walk-Normal Surfaces

X

21-50 lbs

X

Walk-Uneven Surfaces

X

51-100 lbs

X

Walk-Slippery Surfaces

X

Over 100 lbs

X

Stand

X

Bend

X

Driving

Automatic Trans

X

Standard Trans

X

Other

Keyboard/Ten Key

X

Fingering (fine dexterity)

X

Handling (grasping, holding)

X

Repetitive Motion - Hands

X

Repetitive Motion - Feet

X

Salary Range: $70,304.00 - $76,750.00 Annually