PT Staff: Flag Coordinator

About the Role

Reporting to the Band Director, the Flag Coordinator position requires extensive experience in facilitating a collegiate or High School Flag group. The candidate must provide evidence of formal experience in auditioning, managing, and facilitating dance students in a Marching Band setting. The chosen candidate will proficiently create flag and dance choreography and manage the team according to the specific needs outlined by the Director of Bands.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and assist with instruction during Marching Band rehearsals
• Maintain a respectful and positive environment among students
• Attend all rehearsals and performances of the marching band
• Manage and conduct auditions
• Collaborate with students to create field shows, marching, and stand routines
• Actively manage uniforms and other logistical needs
• Actively communicate with the Director of Bands in supervising students
• Provide effective demonstration and instruction of essential flag and dance movements and choreography
• All other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher learning or a related discipline
• Substantial evidence of successfully instructing a high school or collegiate flag line
• Demonstrated competency in the Majorette/HBCU style of dance is preferred
• Evidence of maintaining a positive environment in collaborating with people
• Demonstrated competency in both flag and basic dance techniques

Skills

• Philosophy consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of the organization
• Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence
• Strong oral and written presentation skills
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team
• Excellence in organization, decision-making, problem-solving, and creating a collaborative environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours/day
• Some lifting (up to 25 pounds occasionally), bending, and carrying
• Regularly required to talk and hear, and to use hands and fingers to handle or feel