Musician II - SR

Overview

Plays a musical instrument and/or its related double in the Hawai`i County or West Hawai`i band at public performances; and performs other related duties as assigned. This is an advanced level in the Musician series and plays at the level five (5) proficiency and must be able to perform on multiple parts within the selection including solo parts.

• One (1) permanent part-time vacancy with the Hawai'i County Band in Hilo for Trombone.
• One (1) permanent part-time vacancy with the Hawai'i County Band in Kona for Clarinet or Trumpet.

• Hawai‘i County Band: Works irregular hours:
  Must be able to work Tuesday and Thursday evenings for rehearsals, weekends and holidays for performances; average of 18 hours per month.
• Must be physically able to march in parades, including inclement weather.

• West Hawai'i Band: Works irregular hours:
  Must be able to work Tuesday evenings for rehearsals, weekends and holidays for performances; average of 9 hours per month.
• Must be physically able to march in parades, including inclement weather.

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

• Plays second part for a musical instrument and/or its related double in larger sections during band performances; may be assigned to play higher musical parts.
• Performs solos occasionally.
• Participates in parades and concerts, which include standing or sitting performances.
• Participates in full band rehearsals, sectionals, or small group rehearsals, including marching practice.
• Warms up, warms down, tunes up, sets up, and breaks down all equipment.
• Studies musical scores and memorizes parts.
• Cares for and maintains music folders in an orderly fashion.
• Transports personal instrument(s) and equipment to and from rehearsals; cares for and maintains instrument(s) and equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• Completion of the ninth grade, and
• Applicants shall have experience playing in a concert band or orchestra or in a musical group over a four year period.

Note: Applicants will be required to audition before the County band auditioning committee.

All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.

Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

Knowledge of: the musical instrument(s) to which assigned, including literature, history, and performance techniques; the fundamentals of music and playing in a concert band/orchestra; musical compositions for the instrument(s) assigned.

Ability to: play the assigned musical instrument(s) in the band at the level six proficiency with the expected degree of skill, technique, and interpretation, and the appropriate tone, rhythm, and intonation; read music proficiently and memorize parts; understand and follow oral and written instructions; adapt and adjust individual performance to suit the needs of the group; carry instrument and march in parades;

establish effective working relationships with co-workers.

Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

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The County of Hawai‘i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
• Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: Start…