Director of Bands

Wiley University•Marshall, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Wiley University is seeking a Director of Bands to provide administrative oversight and instruction for its band program, including managing recruitment, retention, and student success. The position reports to the President and CEO. The Director conducts ensembles and bands, teaches instrumental music courses as needed by the Office of Academic Affairs, and directs and develops the instrumental music program, including its performance ensembles. The role also focuses on actively recruiting students and fostering a positive, encouraging environment for collegiate-level learning. The Director manages instrumental performance groups for athletic, University, and community events on and off campus; plans and schedules performances; and prepares materials for Public Relations. The role includes budget development, fundraising, equipment and inventory management, participation in department meetings and University committees, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Music or Music Education.
Proven ability to conduct and teach instrumental music classes and ensembles.

Nice To Haves

Ability to manage, direct, and develop an instrumental program.
Demonstrated success in recruiting.
Ability to maintain teaching schedules, organize time, and execute duties in the delivery and support of high-quality instruction.
Proven ability to work with diverse populations, including traditional and non-traditional students.

Responsibilities

Recruit music and band students, including awarding music scholarships and recruiting at in-state and out-of-state high schools; use social media and other communications to recruit and retain students.
Conduct ensembles and bands and teach instrumental music courses as needed by the Office of Academic Affairs.
Direct and develop the instrumental music program, including performance ensembles.
Manage and direct instrumental performance groups at athletic events, special University events, and community events, on and off campus.
Schedule, plan, and organize performances on and off campus, including preparing performance materials for Public Relations.
Make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments.
Establish and implement a yearly budget in consultation with the President and CEO.
Coordinate band fundraising events with approval of the President and CEO; seek relevant grant funding, promote the band through community involvement, and assist in soliciting items for the Foundation auction.
Order and maintain inventories of appropriate equipment, instruments, music, and uniforms as needed.
Attend department meetings as requested and serve on University committees as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Understand and commit to the University's mission of providing a student-centered learning environment where students can achieve educational, personal, and career goals.