Job Information
Hinds Community College Guard/Hi-Steppers Director in Raymond, Mississippi
Position Title:
Guard/Hi-Steppers Director
Job Description:
JOB TITLE: Guard/Hi-Steppers Director
REPORTS TO: Department Chairperson
DEPARTMENT: Fine & Performing Arts
EXEMPT: Yes
VICE PRESIDENT: Vice President of Instruction
GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION
All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.
Hinds Community College seeks a full-time Guard/Hi-Steppers Director for 2024-2025 academic year.
An instructor’s position is campus based, serving the academic needs of the assigned campus(es) and the College. Instructors are to teach assigned classes according to the overall goals and objectives of the department. Additional responsibilities of the instructor would include keeping appropriate assigned office hours to facilitate class preparation and student advisement; participating in department, campus and College committee work; and submitting all necessary paper work to assure proper documentation of student attendance, and evaluation; as well as other assigned tasks.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Candidates should have a master's degree and at least three years of choreography experience working with college band-related performance groups.
Other necessary knowledge and skills include
• Understanding of and commitment to the comprehensive community college mission.
• Ability to create and facilitate student-centered environments.
• Understanding of and ability to work with academic, developmental, and transfer programs.
• Knowledge of contemporary and innovative methods of instructional delivery and curriculum development including the use of technology for instructional delivery.
• Ability to work as a team player in multi-culturally diverse working environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES , include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.
The director will
Write dance and flag work for the Hi-Steppers and Guard.
Teach the fall and spring Guard and Hi-Stepper classes in addition to the full ensemble marching band class with the rest of the band staff.
Teach the summer Hi-Stepper camp (June/July), Guard camp (July), and full band camp (end of July/early August)
Design visuals for the marching band winds and percussion in collaboration with the rest of the band faculty/staff.
Be responsible for all equipment and uniforms for both the Hi-Steppers and Guard.
Organize the Hi-Stepper and Guard for all performance events mentioned above.
Actively recruit in the fall and spring semester attending area high school football games, area high school marching band competitions, and area winter guard competitions (spring semester).
Manage the budget for these units under supervision and collaboration with the Director of Bands.
Manage all logistics/travel arrangements for both the Hi-Steppers and Guard under the supervision of the Director of Bands.
Additionally, the director will implement the specific aims of the College and Department by
Participating in developing and implementing of campus and Department policies, procedures, and objectives.
Participating in developing, and implementing annual goals for the department.
Maintaining current credentials as required in respective field.
Teaching the number of class sections assigned according to Board policies.
Using teaching techniques that include the effective utilization of resources that motivate students to achieve their potential.
Providing necessary information about and for students. This information would include syllabi, attendance/grade reports, and class exams/ assignments.
Setting aside sufficient time for student conferences, guidance, and tutorial assistance. (Minimum of 6 hours per week required.)
Working a minimum of 35 hours each week on campus during the fall and spring semesters and verify monthly the hours worked. (Less than full-time contractual faculty work a proportional workweek.)
Attending general faculty, division, and departmental meetings.
Participating in student/teacher and faculty/administrator evaluations and performance review conferences.
Developing personal and professional improvement plans in those areas deemed necessary as a result of evaluations.
Participating in staff development activities, professional associations, presentations, publications, applied educational research, consulting, evaluations, and similar activities which enhance the individual and the education profession but which do not interfere with teaching duties.
Serving on committees as appointed.
Participating in formulation, execution, and evaluations of departmental goals and objectives.
Participating in the selection of textbook and library materials.
Following the required institutional process for recording student attendance and identifying ‘no-shows” in a timely manner.
Participating in the establishment, assessment, and review of Student Learning Outcomes.
Performing other duties as assigned by the appropriate authority
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site.
We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results .
Mission
Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.
Vision
Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.
Values
Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS:
Integrity
Diversity
Excellence
Accountability
Leadership
Stewardship
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 of the Higher Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable Federal and State Acts, Hinds Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status in its educational programs and activities. We recognize our responsibility to provide an open and welcoming environment that fosters a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion for employees and students to collaboratively learn, work and serve our communities.
The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies:
EEOC Compliance: Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3458 or Email: EEOC@hindscc.edu .
Title IX : Associate Vice President Student Services, Title IX Coordinator
Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3353 or Email: TitleIX@hindscc.edu .
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
Position Type:
11 Month 220 Days
Job Classification:
Faculty - Academic
Scheduled Hours:
35