POSITION IDENTIFICATION
TITLE Band Support Specialist
CLASSIFICATION NUMBER 2151
GRADE 41
CLASSIFICATION Nonexempt
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR Director of Athletic Bands
GENERAL FUNCTION
The Band Support Specialist is responsible for assisting with all daily Band activities and all logistical considerations for Wehr Band Hall. Additionally, the Band Support Specialist oversees the Wehr Band Hall libraries, the Pride Marching Band uniform inventory, and assists directors with logistics related to concerts. The Band Support Specialist assists with acquiring apparel items for all performing groups, secures travel arrangements for guest artists and clinicians, and assists the Director of Athletic Bands as needed.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A high school diploma is required.
Experience: A background in music is required.
Skills: Computer literacy and general office skills are required. Effective organizational and communication skills are required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Manages the Wehr Band Hall building schedule.
2. Serves as receptionist at the front band office desk and answers questions.
3. Manages the Wehr Band Hall Music Library.
4. Works with ensemble directors to coordinate logistics associated with concerts, such as equipment moves, programs, ushers, etc. and coordinates meals when needed.
5. Assists with recruiting efforts for the MSU band program (MMEA, MBA, Operation Band Day, etc.).
6. Secures accommodations for guest artists and clinicians.
7. Oversees all procedures associated with uniforms, such as check out/in, cleanings, and maintenance and assists ensemble directors with the ordering of apparel.
8. Attends logistics meetings with the Director of Athletic Bands when needed.
9. Reports daily attendance for the Pride Band front ensemble to the Director of Athletic Bands.
10. Helps to coordinate logistics for the Pride Band percussion section.
11. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
12. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required by the Director of Athletic Bands.
13. Helps to ensure the success of the band by performing all other duties assigned.
SUPERVISION
The Band Support Specialist is supervised by the Director of Athletic Bands.
OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
REVISED MAY 2021
