Job Description:
Shift: First Shift
The Assistant Director of Music for Camp and Operations will be tasked with proactive and strategic planning and execution of activities for the Arts Camp while assisting with operational logistics for the Arts Academy. With a collaborative spirit that balances teamwork and insightful judgment, the Assistant Director will be knowledgeable and passionate about youth music education in addition to being comfortable with the development and maintenance of new systems and procedures to aid the Division in year-round operational management. The Assistant Director will be charged with working closely with various offices on campus to support camp recruitment, camp music staff hiring, and operational functioning of both Camp and Academy. Reporting to the Director of Music, the Assistant Director will serve as a member of Music Division's Leadership Team-a leadership body responsible for the Division's artistic, educational, and operational success.
Interlochen Arts Camp (IAC): Each summer, Interlochen welcomes 3,500 students, grades 3 through 12, from all over the world to study music, theatre, visual arts, creative writing, comparative arts, motion picture arts, and dance. Music enrollments account for nearly half of these students. A music faculty and staff of over 300 people provides instruction, leadership, and program support for more than 30 different ensembles and multiple chamber groups, as well as private lesson and classroom instruction; summer contemporary music programs in jazz, rock/pop, singer-songwriter, and music production & engineering; and an intensive series of one-week intensives. IAC students and faculty present more than 100 concerts and recitals each summer and are an important part of the Interlochen Arts Festival.
Interlochen Arts Academy (IAA): Serving students in grades 9 through 12 and post-graduates, IAA is an arts education and performance environment unlike any other in America. IAA graduates go on to the finest post- secondary educational institutions and programs across the country and throughout the world. Since 1980, 46 IAA graduates have been selected as Presidential Scholars, which is more than any other high school in the United States. Forty-five of these were selected as Presidential Scholars in the Arts. Music major enrollment accounts for approximately half of the 575 students at IAA. A distinguished 34-member music faculty and a six-person staff support this unique program, which includes a full symphony orchestra, wind ensemble, vocal choir and chamber group, various instrumental chamber ensembles, jazz orchestra and jazz combos, popular music ensembles, opera workshop, composition, theory, piano, guitar, organ, and private lesson instruction. Current student majors in Classical Music include composition, instrumental performance, guitar, organ, piano, and voice. In Contemporary Music, students may major in popular music, singer-songwriter, jazz, and music production and engineering.
Essential Duties:
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Manage planning and logistics for all Camp music programs
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Oversee recruitment and hiring of Camp music faculty and staff
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Communicate with faculty, students, and parents in alignment with institutional communication plans
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Work with the Registrar and Facilities, Calendar, and Event Supervisor to maintain accurate logistical data for the Music curriculum, such as personnel assignments, facility coordination, and student and faculty schedules
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Work directly with Admissions and Marketing to facilitate dissemination of accurate camp program information
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Work collaboratively as a member of the Music Leadership Team to support overall functioning of the Music Division, with supervision of the Instrument Services Manager, Piano Technician, and Ensemble Manager(s).
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Oversee Senior Recital process, working with faculty and Event Supervisor on policies and schedule
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Prioritize duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience and Skills:
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Master's degree in Music, Music Education, Arts Administration, Arts Leadership, or a related field required; equivalent combination of exceptional professional experience will also be considered.
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Minimum of two years of experience managing operational logistics in a summer camp or comparable educational arts environment.
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Broad professional experience in music leadership with the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, parents, and other stakeholders in both camp and academy settings.
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Experience overseeing operations, supporting students, and serving as a liaison with parents and families.
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Experience managing administrative functions, including scheduling, policies and procedures, instrument inventory, and data analysis/reporting.
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Proficiency with standard business software and information technology.
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Demonstrated passion for music and music education.
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Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as a collaborative team member.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong critical thinking and strategic planning abilities.
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Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Working knowledge of basic accounting and bookkeeping principles.
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Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
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Demonstrated ability to work successfully with young people in an educational environment.
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Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with faculty, staff, students, parents, and the broader Interlochen community.
Application Materials Required:
Benefits:-
Health, dental, and vision insurance
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Vacation, Sick, Holiday and generous winter holiday time off
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Life insurance
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Voluntary life insurance
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Short and long-term disability
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Employee development & tuition reimbursement programs
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403(b) plan, managed by TIAA
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Free or discounted employee tickets to Interlochen performances and events *some exceptions apply
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Early event ticket purchase before general public sales begin
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Free Stone Cafeteria meal on shift
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Dennison Recreation Center accessibility (includes spouses)
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Priority access to Interlochen employees at Pitter Patter Day Care Center (less than one mile from campus)
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Employee Referral Program (cash payments)
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Tuition discounts for employee’s children at Academy, Camp and Interlochen Online
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Parental leave (12 weeks paid for Pregnancy/Maternity/Childbirth leave, 6 weeks paid for Parental leave).
Just An Idea reflects Interlochen's commitment to innovation, honoring its legacy of groundbreaking ideas while continuing to pioneer new advancements in the arts and education.
- Drawn Here emphasizes the passion that unites Interlochen's diverse community, bringing together students, staff, alumni, and supporters in a shared mission to elevate and inspire through the arts.
- The Artist's Journey highlights the nurturing environment Interlochen provides, supporting artists from potential to mastery through creativity, discipline, and a dedication to growth.
- Solo e Tutti captures the balance of individuality and collaboration, celebrating both personal artistic development and the power of working together to create meaningful, impactful work.
These Core Values guide everything we do at Interlochen, fostering a workplace that seamlessly marries tradition with innovation; art with nature; and collaboration with personal achievement. Joining our community means making a lasting impact while embracing the unique creative spirit that defines our culture.
Interlochen Center for the Arts provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion (religious creed), age, disability status, genetics, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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From: Interlochen Center for the Arts
