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Director of Bands (req 45)

Trinity Valley Community College

Human Resources

100 Cardinal Drive, Athens, TX  75751

Phone: 903-675-6202

 www.tvcc.edu

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

 

TITLE:  Director of Bands

 

REQUISITION NUMBER: 45

 

LOCATION:  Athens

 

MONTHS TO BE WORKED PER YEAR:  12

 

SALARY: Per TVCC Faculty Schedule.

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Open until filled.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree in music with at least five years of lead marching band experience in the high school setting

 

PREFERRED:

Master’s degree with a minimum of eighteen (18) graduate hours in music

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Minimum of two (2) years proven ability as a successful director of bands and proven ability to recruit band students

 

PREFERRED:

Teaching experience in higher education

 

OTHER LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:

None


KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Typing/Data Entry
  • Computer software proficiency – Microsoft Office
  • Written and oral communication
  • Interpersonal and/or customer service skills
  • Public Speaking/Presenting
  • Basic Math
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Organization

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Direct the College bands including, but not limited to, marching/concert band, jazz ensemble, and various instrumental ensembles.
  • Manage and direct all instrumental performance groups during athletic events, special college events, and community events, both on and off campus.
  • Teach applied music classes according to approved course syllabi and minimum competencies.
  • Recruit prospective band students, but not limited to: awarding music scholarships, participating in recruiting events both on campus and off, actively recruiting music/band students from both in state and out of state high schools, organizing outreach activities to establish rapport with public school band programs throughout the region, and utilizing social media and other communications to recruit and retain music/band students.
  • Plan and coordinate concerts, summer camps, festivals, and other instrumental events.
  • Work with Band Coordinator in the management of band budgets, including scholarship disbursements.
  • Work cooperatively with department and division faculty, department coordinators, and supervisors in the promotion and delivery of high quality collegiate education.
  • May be assigned to teach within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice prison units or other TVCC campuses.
  • May be assigned to teach distance learning classes via ITV, telecourse, or Internet.
  • Participate in curriculum development, including the establishment of departmental learning outcomes, and the reporting of learning outcomes results as required by departmental procedures.
  • Arrive on time for classes or notify the division chairperson as early as possible of an inability to meet a class.
  • Schedule, post, and keep office hours as required by College policy.
  • Keep class record books, keys, lesson assignments, and other necessary materials or equipment available for substitute instructors.
  • Assist with counseling and registration of students.
  • Submit all required student grade reports to the registrar’s office on schedule.
  • Maintain accurate attendance records for all classes.
  • Attend all faculty meetings, commencements, and other special meetings called by the division chairperson, associate vice president of academic affairs, vice president of instruction, or the president.
  • Keeps the administration informed regarding matters affecting the welfare of students, faculty, and the institution.
  • Serve as member of committees.
  • Recommend the purchase of library books and instructional materials.
  • Other duties as assigned by appropriate supervisory personnel.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

TOOLS/EQUIPMENT USED:

  • Standard office equipment
  • Personal computer and peripherals
  • Calculator
  • Multi-line phone system
  • Copier
  • Fax machine

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Requires: Fingering, Standing, Talking, Hearing, Repetitive Motions, Computer Work, Sedentary Work
  • Subject to: Walking, Reaching
  • May need: Lifting, Stooping, Pulling
  • Occasionally need to: Light to Medium Work

MENTAL DEMANDS:

  • Emotional control under stress 25% of the time
  • Frequent interruptions more than 25% of the time

OTHER DEMANDS:

                        None

 

TO APPLY:   Submit TVCC application and resume to Human Resources, Trinity Valley Community College, 100 Cardinal Drive, Athens, TX 75751.   All documentation must be received on or before the application deadline.  Applications are available on the following website www.tvcc.edu.  Applications will be reviewed after the application deadline and selected applicants will be contacted for interviews.  All TVCC positions are security sensitive and require a criminal background check.

 

Note:  The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires we employ only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S.  New employees must present documents verifying identity and right to accept employment (see Form I 9).  No one will be placed on the College payroll until all employment procedures are fully satisfied.  Information contained on this vacancy announcement is subject to correction as a result of typographical error, omission, or changes resulting from institutional restructuring and/or funding.

 

Trinity Valley Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:  Director of Human Resources, 100 Cardinal Drive, Athens, TX phone:  903-675-6215, e-mail:  humanresources@tvcc.edu

 

If special accommodations are needed, please call Human Resources.

 

Posted Date:
12/8/2023 3:56:34 PM