Instrument Inventory Coordinator

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Working Title Instrument Inventory Coordinator Location Boone, NC Position Number N27860 Department School Of Music - 270000

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of all music instrument families and their repair needs
• Minor skills in instrument repairs preferred
• Must pass a Criminal Background Check
• Ability to communicate in written and/or verbal form
• Ability to work with and serve people from varying cultures, backgrounds and perspectives
• Ability to professionally represent the program/department
• Ability to work with clients (students, employees, public) via in-person meetings, virtual meetings, phone calls, and/or emails
• As needed, ability to work independently or as a team member
• Ability to be organized

License/Certification Required Essential Job Functions

The Instrument Inventory Coordinator is responsible for managing the inventory of musical instruments for the University School of Music. This role includes tracking instrument inventory, addressing method class instrument needs, assessing and coordinating repairs with repair shops, assisting with large locker assignments, and maintaining and purchasing schedules to meet program requirements. The coordinator will also conduct a Spring semester audit and oversee yearly inventory procedures.

• Track and manage the inventory of musical instruments.
• Address method class and ensemble instrument needs.
• Assess instrument repair needs and coordinate with repair shops.
• Develop and maintain maintenance and purchasing schedules.
• Conduct Spring semester audits and yearly inventory procedures.
• Assist with Marching Band or Camp instrument needs during weekends and evenings as required.
• Assist with assigning large lockers based on student requests received.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of inventory best practices and inventory systems.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform minor instrument repairs.
• Working knowledge of musical instrument families.

Work Schedule/Hours

Hours will typically be 8 am to 12 pm M-F. Some weekends and evenings required for assisting with Marching Band or Cannon Music Camp instrument needs

Number of Hours Per Week 20 Number of Months Per Year 11 Mandatory Staff No Physical Demands of Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Hiring Range $18-$20 per hour

Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 07/23/2026 Closing Date 08/13/2026 Open Until Filled No Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web) Special Instructions to Applicants

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Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/55335 Posting Number 201500006P

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• Resume
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• List of References with Contact Information

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