Director of Bands and Assistant/Associate Professor of Music

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

Qualifications:

An earned doctoral degree inmusic preferred; master's degree with 18 or more graduate units in music will also be considered.
Wind, brass, and/or percussionspecialist with knowledge of instrumental music, arrangement, and band presentation.
Evidence of excellent band pedagogy andmethods.
Experience in recruitment for band and music programs is essential.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, andholidays.
Experience teaching music recording and computer music technology, or professional experience in the recording industryis a plus.
Experience working with a diverse student population and a commitment to inclusion and equity.
A personalcommitment 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 faithand 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 ofinformation, data and records
Properly exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and professional judgment
Demonstratestrong customer service skills in the performance of job duties
Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in theperformance of job duties
Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures
Supportthe overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area
Perform other duties in accordance with thisposition as deemed necessary by the President

Essential Functions:

Provide effective administrativeleadership over bands programming for the University.
Directs all aspects of the Simpson University bands, includingrecruiting, arranging, program development, performance planning, and fundraising.
Develop and recruit extensively for theinaugural marching band as well as the full band program that will also include pep, concert, and jazz band.
Organize and conducteffective music ensemble rehearsals.
Provide visionary leadership and coordination for music performances on campus and in thecommunity, including performances at university athletic events.
Conduct private music instruction on individual's primaryinstrument(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 andautomated 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 essentialfunctions - i.e. sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing, climbing ladders, etc.)

Sitting for long periods oftime 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

Lifting/Carrying

Twisting/Turning

Under 10 lbs

Reach over shoulder

11-20 lbs

Reach over head

21-50 lbs

Reach outward

51-100 lbs

Climb

Over 100 lbs

Crawl

Kneel

Pushing/Pulling

Squat

Under 10 lbs

Sit

11-20 lbs

Walk-Normal Surfaces

21-50lbs

Walk-Uneven Surfaces

51-100 lbs

Walk-Slippery Surfaces

Over 100lbs

Stand

Bend

Driving

Automatic Trans

Standard Trans

Other

Keyboard/Ten Key

Fingering (fine dexterity)

Handling (grasping, holding)

Repetitive Motion – Hands

Repetitive Motion - Feet

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Director of Bands and Assistant/Associate Professor of Music