What are the responsibilities and job description for the XP9950 Drill Team Coordinator position at Northeastern State University?
Color Guard Coordinator – Marching Band Program
Department: Department of Music / Band Area
Reports To: Director of Bands; Chair, Department of Music
Location: Tahlequah Campus
Compensation: $7,500 per fall semester
Position Overview
The Color Guard Coordinator supports the Marching Band program with a combination of technical instruction, gameday and event support, and other tasks as needed. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in high school/college marching color guard and/or dance performance and instruction.
Key Responsibilities
Attend all scheduled rehearsals, games, and other marching events
Oversee and execute performance preparation for all color guard and Sassy Hawk performances
Provide guidance and support for student performers
Assist the Director Bands in all aspects of color guard
Assist with other duties as assigned by the Director of Bands
Qualifications
Experience as performer in college/high school/DCI marching activities
Experience with high school/collegiate color guard instruction
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
To Apply
Please submit a résumé and brief cover letter detailing your experience with job responsibilities.
Anticipated start date: 8/10/2026
Applications accepted until: 8/9/2026
Department: Department of Music / Band Area
Reports To: Director of Bands; Chair, Department of Music
Location: Tahlequah Campus
Compensation: $7,500 per fall semester
Position Overview
The Color Guard Coordinator supports the Marching Band program with a combination of technical instruction, gameday and event support, and other tasks as needed. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in high school/college marching color guard and/or dance performance and instruction.
Key Responsibilities
Attend all scheduled rehearsals, games, and other marching events
Oversee and execute performance preparation for all color guard and Sassy Hawk performances
Provide guidance and support for student performers
Assist the Director Bands in all aspects of color guard
Assist with other duties as assigned by the Director of Bands
Qualifications
Experience as performer in college/high school/DCI marching activities
Experience with high school/collegiate color guard instruction
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
To Apply
Please submit a résumé and brief cover letter detailing your experience with job responsibilities.
Anticipated start date: 8/10/2026
Applications accepted until: 8/9/2026