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Assistant Band Director

Odessa College

Job Description

Working Title

Assistant Band Director

Position Status

Full Time

Department

School of Liberal Arts and Education

General Summary

The Odessa College Music Program is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Assistant Band Director to aid in leadership, instruction, and mentorship to students in the Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Pep Band. The Assistant Band Director will be responsible for fostering musical growth, ensuring high-performance standards, and promoting a culture of excellence in instrumental music within the college community.

Specific Position Duties

  •  Teach the equivalent of the standard faculty teaching load of 18 semester credit hours (SCH) for the fall and spring semesters.  
  • Assist in directing and instructing the Concert Band, Jazz Band, Chamber Ensemble, and Pep Band, ensuring high-quality performances and promoting musical growth.
  • Assist in planning, schedule, and conduct regular rehearsals in preparation for concerts, games, and events.
  • Provide one-on-one mentorship and guidance to students, helping them improve technical and expressive skills.
  • Assist in choosing appropriate and varied repertoire for each ensemble, considering the skill level of the musicians, educational outcomes, and audience appeal.
  • Help arrange concerts, performances, and other events, coordinating with campus facilities and outside venues when necessary.
  • Coordinate with sports and other departments for scheduling and logistics related to pep band performances at basketball games.
  • Work closely with campus event organizers to provide music and performance support, ensuring the timely selection, preparation, and delivery of suitable music.
  • Collaborate with other departments and faculty to integrate music into interdisciplinary events and projects.
  •  Assist in Managing the inventory, maintenance, and purchase of instruments, equipment, and sheet music.
  •  Assist in the recruitment of new students for the Music Department, working closely with Admissions and Outreach teams.
  • Stay updated with the latest trends, literature, and best practices in instrumental music education.
  • Participate in department meetings, serve on relevant committees, and contribute to the overall advancement of the Music Department.
  • Assist in serving as the representative to affiliated partners such as the National Association of Schools of Music, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  •  Master’s degree in Music, Music Education, or related field.
  •  Strong knowledge of band repertoire across various genres, including classical, jazz, contemporary, and more.
  •  Demonstrated ability in concert programming and event planning.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, and the community.
  •  Proficiency in score reading, analysis, and instrumental techniques.

Posting Number

F00274P

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://jobs.odessa.edu/postings/11572

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