Adjunct - Pep Band Director Beverly, MA

Overview

Adjunct - Pep Band Director job at Endicott College. Beverly, MA.

• Directs and leads the Pep Band: rehearses and performs with the band; selects and acquires or arranges engaging music; provides charts and, when applicable, recordings to students; teaches this music during weekly rehearsals (approximately 3 hours).
• Performs with students at multiple athletic events each semester (average 1 event per week); specific dates are determined one semester prior in coordination with the Performing Arts Chair and Athletic Director.
• Organizes opportunities for master classes or guest directors at least once per semester in coordination with the manager.
• Assists with the curriculum development of the band.
• Organizes and performs administrative tasks related to the band: arranges weekly rehearsals; coordinates sports appearances and performance opportunities; maintains band operations and an archive of band activity (photos, videos, press clips); maintains liaison with other scholastic bands and directors; attends Performing Arts Department meetings; works closely with athletic department, dance, and cheer coaches to coordinate performances and events; ensures timely processing and payment of vendor invoices and service contracts.
• Recruits students and possibly staff/faculty members; assists with Admissions Office and Performing Arts Department recruiting events; assists in publicizing band events through press releases and other means.

• Reliability
• Organization
• Communication skills
• Adaptability
• Follow through
• Customer service
• Initiative/personal leadership
• Team player mindset

• Terminal degree in music or related field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in band leadership or music direction
• Demonstrated experience as an established band musician and leader
• Familiarity with band styles including marching bands, alternative bands, “scramble bands,” and pep bands
• Flexible schedule to accommodate rehearsals and performances, including evenings and weekends
• Proven ability to develop and grow a campus-based band program with a clear artistic and organizational vision
• Teaching experience in higher education or equivalent instructional setting preferred
• Ability to lift and transport up to thirty pounds