Band Program Assistant & Live Event Technician

Sylvania; Three Rivers (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Three Rivers Community Schools seeks a collaborative Assistant Band Associate & Performing Arts Technician to support both the district music program and facility operations at the Three Rivers PAC.

The role assists the Director of Bands with 6-12 instrumental instruction and oversees live sound, lighting, and AV for performances, events, and festivals. A strong, inclusive learning environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education or related field preferred; endorsement in Music Education preferred.
• Experience with instrumental pedagogy, music theory, ensemble direction, and live event production.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills; ability to foster inclusive learning.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Director of Bands to cultivate a welcoming, high-achieving, and inclusive program culture.
• Assist with instruction, rehearsals, and sectional/small-group work for middle school and high school band students.
• Provide comprehensive support for concert ensembles, marching band, pep band, and various instrumental music initiatives.
• Contribute to the success of marching band rehearsals, field performances, competitions, and community events.
• Assist in the execution of performances, formal concerts, festivals, and diverse band-related programming.
• Exercise supervision of students during practice sessions, public appearances, travel, and extracurricular trips.
• Manage organizational logistics including inventory of equipment, uniforms, instrumentation, and the music library.
• Maintain technical proficiency with the PAC's lighting, audio, and projection systems.
• Coordinate the setup of technical equipment for district-wide performances, presentations, and organizational meetings.
• Offer technical guidance and assistance to faculty and student organizations utilizing the PAC.
• Diagnose and resolve audio-visual and lighting challenges during rehearsals and live productions.
• Provide essential technical support throughout events from pre-production to teardown.
• Ensure PAC tech operates safely and efficiently; maintain a professional environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned; sustain a reliable on-site schedule for performances and rehearsals.

Skills

Collaborative

Communication

Adaptability

Organizational skills

Ensemble direction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Music Education or related

Tools

PAC lighting systems

Audio/Visual technology

Stage lighting control

Job description

Three Rivers Community Schools seeks a collaborative Assistant Band Associate & Performing Arts Technician to support both the district music program and facility operations at the Three Rivers PAC.

The role assists the Director of Bands with 6-12 instrumental instruction and oversees live sound, lighting, and AV for performances, events, and festivals. A strong, inclusive learning environment is essential.