Oakland City University seeks qualified applicants for the position of Director of the Mighty Oaks Marching Band/Pep Band

Review of applications will begin immediately until the position has been filled. This position will require a commitment to OCU’s “Life In Community” statement.

About the position:

The successful applicant will have significant experience with marching/athletic bands at the high school and/or university level, including expertise/experience in drill design that encompasses a variety of styles. In addition, it is expected the successful candidate will possess a high level of musicianship, with excellent rehearsal technique and teaching skills, as well as exceptional administrative and leadership ability. This unique position will have the opportunity of starting the OCU marching band which will demand a dynamic leader, capable of leading the Mighty Oaks Band/Pep Band program into the future.

The university prefers educational experience and academic credentials which would allow for a faculty level appointment with teaching responsibilities in the area of music.

For the 2023-2024 academic year, the director will be responsible for building the program including equipment purchases, music purchases, uniform design, departmental structure, teaching, and recruitment of the students.

Essential Functions:

• Provide direction for the Mighty Oaks Marching Band/Pep Bands and their performances at athletic games/competitions as well as on-campus and off-campus events.

· Lead the recruiting efforts for the Mighty Oaks Marching Band/Pep Band student members in coordination with the Office of Admissions and Recruitment.

• Collaborate with University Advancement Office to assist with and coordinate fundraising efforts.
• Teaching responsibilities in the area of music, if candidate possesses appropriate academic credentials.
• This position reports to the Associate Vice President for Student Life.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

Marching band director experience at the high school or college level is required. Experience working within a higher education setting is preferred. Experience conducting and rehearsing a marching band program is required.

Music teaching experience at the college level preferred.

Recruiting experience preferred.

Experience developing and maintaining working relationships with other departments and offices is required.

Knowledge of financial management and budget experience is required.

Work Environment:

This position will regularly require evening and weekend work, especially during football and basketball seasons.

This position also requires some travel and coordination of student travel, travel for student recruitment, and travel for out-of-town games and appearances.

Salary:

Salary commensurate with experience & qualifications.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three references electronically to blamey@oak.edu. Resume and supporting materials can also be submitted by mail to Oakland City University C/O Human Resources 138 N. Lucretia Street Oakland City, IN 47660.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will be held in confidence.

Oakland City University is a Christian university which offers high quality, career-focused degree programs in a Christ-centered, campus secure environment. Our Christ-centered values and relationships create a supportive environment which encourages students to live a life of Christian service in their chosen careers. Our talented faculty equip our students with the knowledge and expertise they need to lead healthy, productive lives and successful, fulfilling careers. Founded by the General Association of General Baptists in 1885, U.S. News and World Report has recognized Oakland City University as a National University and #7 in the nation for Social Mobility.

Oakland City University is committed to the achievement of equal opportunity within OCU. In this regard, OCU will recruit, hire, promote, educate, and provide services to persons based upon their individual qualifications. OCU prohibits discrimination based on arbitrary considerations of characteristics such as age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, national origin, race, or veteran status.

As a religious educational institution, Oakland City University is permitted under the exemptions set forth in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution to prefer employees on the basis of religion.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• After school
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person