Student Band Program Assistant & Admin Support

Southwestern Michigan College; Dowagiac (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Southwestern Michigan College seeks a student employee to assist the Director of Bands with day-to-day operations and support for all SMC ensembles. The role includes handling music, parts, and library tasks, plus helping at rehearsals and performances.

Applicant must be enrolled as an SMC student (full- or part-time) and be capable of independent work in a collaborative musical setting. This is a student employment opportunity with related duties on campus.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a student at Southwestern Michigan College (SMC).
• Ability to work in a collaborative music environment is preferred.
• Basic computer skills are desirable for administrative tasks.
• Ability to work independently with limited direction is valued.

Responsibilities

• Distribute, file, and collect music for all ensembles.
• Copy and distribute parts as needed.
• Maintain/update the music library database.
• Assist in rehearsal and performance set up.
• Help promote social media presence for SMC Band events.
• Assist with Solo and Ensemble Festivals and other Performing Arts activities on campus.
• Monitor and fill humidifiers on all school pianos.
• Assist Director of Bands with other administrative duties as requested.
• Note: additional duties may be assigned by a supervisor.

Skills

Current SMC Student

SMC Music Student

Experience in a collaborative work env

Basic computer skills

Independent work capability

Job description

Southwestern Michigan College seeks a student employee to assist the Director of Bands with day-to-day operations and support for all SMC ensembles. The role includes handling music, parts, and library tasks, plus helping at rehearsals and performances.

Applicant must be enrolled as an SMC student (full- or part-time) and be capable of independent work in a collaborative musical setting. This is a student employment opportunity with related duties on campus.