Now Hiring - Corps Director
The Northwest Youth Music Association is searching for a Corps Director to lead all aspects of the Seattle Cascades Drum and Bugle Corps operations, which includes providing a high-quality experience centered on the health, wellness and betterment for members, staff and volunteers.
This position’s primary responsibility is to oversee the drum corps program and execute daily tasks required to operate effective auditions, rehearsal camps, spring training, and summer performance tour. The individual is expected to help establish and maintain a professional, safe, and welcoming environment for all personnel -- including students, staff, and volunteers.
The Corps Director will report to the Executive Director. This position works collaboratively with the Program Coordinator to determine the education and performance goals of the drum corps and with the Operations Director to execute corps operations. All paid and volunteer staff of the drum corps will report to the Corps Director.
This position has a tentative start date of October 30, 2022. Interested applicants should submit contact information to jobs@seattlecascades.org , along with a cover letter and resume (PDF preferred).
Duties and Responsibilities Administrative
Establish a professional environment free of harassment and discrimination
Establish annual performance, educational, and operational goals and objectives for the corps and evaluate progress
Help members understand their behavioral obligations, and address safety and behavioral issues accordingly
Determine season calendar for auditions, rehearsal camps, community performances, and DCI competitive summer tour
Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop and maintain the corps' fiscal budget
Represent the Seattle Cascades and maintain positive relationships with Drum Corps International (DCI) and other pertinent organizations and partners
Collaborate with the Operations Director/Tour Director to secure rehearsal facilities and transportation needs for the winter & summer rehearsals and tour
Coordinate member recruiting efforts with instructional staff
Regularly communicate with members and parents
Collaborate with Executive Director to maintain members’ financial and personal records
Collaborate with the Executive Director to explore new or expanded corps initiatives with potential for additional revenue, increased community engagement and entertainment value.
Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop and schedule education camps that align with the corps' rehearsal and touring schedule
Provide reports to the Board of Directors and attend committee meetings when invited
Help ensure that the organization meets its obligations to the Drum Corps International Code of Conduct and event policies and procedures
Staff & Volunteer Supervision
Recruit candidates for paid and volunteer staff positions
Collaborate with Executive Director and Program Coordinator to appoint key design and instructional staff positions
Collaborate with Operations Director/Tour Director to coordinate all tour admin staff and volunteers
Supervise all drum corps staff and volunteers and resolve conflicts
Communicate with staff and volunteers on a regular basis
Schedule, plan and direct corps staff meetings
Collaborate with Program Coordinator to facilitate designer meetings and artistic planning
Collaborate with Education Coordinator to develop member education objectives, as well as member experience standards and expectations
Collaborate with program staff to assign rehearsal facilities, set schedules, and provide administrative support
As the business evolves, so may this role. These duties may change as leadership identifies the need at any time.
Knowledge and Skills
At least 3 years of leadership experience in a professional work environment
At least 1 years' experience in drum corps administration preferred
Experience as a drum corps instructor or in performing arts education a plus
Extensive professional network within the drum corps activity and across the country a plus
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong communication, time management, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Passion for the drum corps activity and Seattle Cascades
Comfortable working with Google, Office Suite, Teams, Slack, and other online data management applications
Results-oriented team player with the ability to take the initiative and drive programs
Work Conditions
This position has the option to be full-time or part-time, depending on interest and availability. There will be occasional periods of intense work during monthly weekend rehearsal camps (November to May) and summer drum corps season (mid-June to mid-August)
Residing in the Seattle/Portland area, or willing to relocate, is highly preferred but not required at this time
Flexible work hours and remote working options with the ability to attend evening and weekend meetings, functions, and events
Ability to attend winter rehearsals consistently with the corps mid-Nov to mid-June
Ability to tour consistently with the corps mid-June to mid-August
Ability to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and to handle other office equipment
Ability to lift 40 lbs.
Benefits
Compensation is commensurate with experience
Application Instructions
Seattle Cascades is committed to enhancing our diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, parental status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
Interested applicants should submit contact information to jobs@seattlecascades.org , along with a cover letter and resume (PDF preferred).