Position Description

The Music Department at Southern Connecticut State University is seeking a Director for the newly-formed Pep Band at SCSU. The Pep Band is a collaboration between the Music Department and SCSU Athletics.

Position Duties

• Assist with the recruitment of current and prospective SCSU students to play in the Pep Band
• Assist with directing weekly rehearsals prior to and during the basketball season (September-March), on-campus
• Assist with the directing performances of the Pep Band at all in-conference home basketball games
• Work with the Music Department chairperson and applied lesson coordinator on logistical and musical needs for the group

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Music, or related field
• Experience playing in or directing musical ensembles (marching band, pep band, concert band, rock ensemble)
• Ability to communicate clearly with SCSU current and prospective students, faculty, and staff in e-mail, phone, and in-person formats
• Interest and ability to serve as the public face of the Pep Band in recruiting for and directing the ensemble

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in conducting, or related field
• 3 years’ experience directing pep bands or similar ensembles (marching band)
• Experience in college-level music education, including in recruiting and building new programs and/or ensembles

Application

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references to Joshua Groffman, Chairperson of Music at groffmanj1@southernct.edu All application materials must be electronically submitted. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Southern Connecticut State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University seeks to enhance the diversity of its faculty and staff. People of color, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.