Food Service manager – HIRED! (pOSITION CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE)
The Academy Drum & Bugle Corps is looking for a Food Truck Manager for the 2022 season and beyond. This paid position requires someone with a background in food preparation for large groups. (Catering or school cafeteria/dining hall experience would be a plus.) Drum corps experience is preferred – running a mobile kitchen for an extended time period requires a unique skill set.
 
Meals are provided at all winter/spring camps and throughout the summer season. Travel with the corps would be required during the summer season, which is usually about 80 days. While not required to work the entire season, a major portion is expected.
 
While not always easy, this job is one of the most rewarding experiences to be a part of. Having 200 hard working young people and staff thank you daily for preparing the food they need to be able to perform at an incredibly high level is very gratifying.
 
To ask questions or submit your resume, contact Corps Director, Dan Adams at dan.adams@arizonaacademy.org.
 
SKILLS
• time management
• organized, with the ability to prioritize
• ability to communicate effectively with a range of volunteers (some of whom will have no prior experience)
• works well under pressure
• ability to maintain a rigorous schedule over an extended period of time
• flexible and able to deal with unplanned and unforeseen circumstances
 
REQUIREMENTS
• menu planning
• food procurement
• food preparation for up to 200 members and staff, 3 to 4 meals a day
• knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation procedures.
• supervision/training of food truck volunteers

Tour Managers 

The Academy is seeking Tour Managers for the upcoming 2023 season.  Tour Managers will assist in the management of day-to-day operations of the drum corps.  This is a paid position which requires travel with the drum corps between late May and early August. Full tour availability is preferred but shorter terms may be considered.

Please submit your resume and references to Dan Adams at dan.adams@arizonaacademy.org

REQUIREMENTS
• 25 years of age – minimum
• possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and a clean driving record
• motivated, self-starter, organized, punctual, flexible
• able to respond to the demands of constantly changing environment, with the ability to prioritize
• proficient with Google products, Dropbox, Slack, MS Word & Excel
• strong communication skills – written & verbal
• professional demeanor
• team player – able to collaborate and give/take direction
• 2 years minimum drum corps administration experience

• physically fit – able to life 40lbs and stand or walk for long periods

Tour Admin Assistant
Will assist in the day-to-day operations of the drum corps, coordinating with senior management, instructional staff, volunteers and members. This is a paid position which requires travel with the drum corps between June 2 and August 13. Full-Tour availability is preferred but shorter terms may be considered.
 
Please submit your resume and references to Dan Adams, Corps Director at dan.adams@arizonaacademy.org.
 
• 22 years of age – minimum – preference will be given to those over 25 years of age with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• motivated, self-starter, organized, punctual, flexible
• familiar with Google products, Dropbox, Slack, MS Word & Excel
• strong communication skills – written & verbal
• professional demeanor
• team player – able to collaborate and take direction
• familiar with daily workings of drum corps tour

• physically fit – able to life 40lbs and stand or walk for long periods

Athletic Trainer
Provide onsite care and management of member injuries including prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation. This is a paid position which requires travel with the drum corps between June 2 and August 13. Full-Tour availability is preferred but shorter terms may be considered.
 
Please submit your resume and references to Dan Adams, Corps Director at dan.adams@arizonaacademy.org.
 
• possess a bachelor’s degree and athletic trainer certification
• apply dressings, tape, braces and bandages in accordance to appropriate injury management
• perform manual therapy techniques as indicated by patient’s treatment plan
• refer patients with to physicians as necessary
• develop and Implement rehabilitation programs for injured performers
• coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and customized preventative strategies to each patient
• minimize risk of injury through awareness, education and ergonomic recommendations
• provide functional assessment to determine an performer’s readiness to return to full participation
• be familiar with the requirements associated with performing in the drum corps environment
• track and analyze injury data and provide reports to Medical team
• provide general health and wellness educational support to members

Media Interns

The Academy is seeking media team members for the season.  Photographers, videographers, graphic designers, social media content developers, etc. are all needed for our growing events and programs.  Interested in joining the team and bolstering your resume while having the time of your life?  Email us at dan.adams@arizonaacademy.org

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