About the Department

This position is responsible for coordinating the activities of the University Band Auxiliaries. Duties may include work assignments in the areas listed below and others as assigned.   Payment for this position will be a monthly stipend that is both competitive and based on the successful candidate’s education and previous experience with collegiate or high-level auxiliary programs.  This position is a part-time, temporary position.

Position Duties

• Conduct meetings with auxiliary captains throughout the year; 
• Organize recruitment efforts, including printed materials, recruiting trips, methods of contact, and online opportunities, and coordinate the recruitment efforts of the auxiliary captains; 
• Work with the captains to organize auxiliary auditions, coordinate audition-day activities/areas (warm-up area, holding areas, parental waiting areas, etc.), and serve as an audition judge if needed; 
• Organize summer practice and workout schedules with captains; 
• Maintain attendance and progress reports; 
• Coordinate choreographer collaborations with auxiliary units; 
• Aid auxiliary captains with defining the style of collaborative areas and with management of mixed rehearsals; 
• Coordinate practices during band camp, assist with band member issues, and define progression of materials to be learned; 
• Coordinate design and purchase of uniforms, including assisting with uniform design and location of vendors, etc.; 
• Coordinate gameday and performance activities by meeting auxiliary units at performance venues and supervising activities prior to and during performances; 
• Assist in locating and securing sponsors, coaches, and instructors for the auxiliaries; 
• Supervise weekly practices and create/maintain attendance schedules for weekly practices and performances; 
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
To be determined.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/equivalent is required; 
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred; 
• Work experience in the field of music preferred; 
• UNA band experience preferred.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS: 
None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to diplomatically resolve situations to the satisfaction of all concerned; 
• Ability to perform all tasks with frequent interruptions; 
• Knowledge of general office and administrative procedures relative to the office or university department; 
• Ability to work independently and to prioritize with very little reliance on supervisor; 
• Ability to operate general office equipment such as computer, copier, fax, and printers; 
• Ability to understand and comply with oral and written instructions; 
• Ability to cordially meet and greet students, faculty, staff, other university personnel, parents, visitors, and the public; 
• Ability to answer questions and provide general information/assistance; 
• Ability to proofread and review documents and correspondence to ensure proper format and accuracy; 
• Knowledge of band terminology and activities associated with practices, performances, auditions, and camps; 
• Knowledge of fundraising, recruiting, and event planning/management.

Other Qualifications

Applicants must upload a cover letter and resume at the time of application as well as provide at least three professional references.  For questions, please email [email protected] or call 256.765.4291 and select option #2.  Selecting an option other than #2 will result in a delayed response.