35BX - BAND OFFICER AFSC Officer

Summary

We celebrate and esteem our Airmen, their achievements and our nation through music. Infusing patriotism and ceremony into every performance, Band Officers uphold world-class standards for all military and civilian performances. Whether it’s for a notable accomplishment, building a cultural bridge or to enhance morale, Band Officers are responsible for honing the skills of Air Force band personnel as well as bringing ceremony, feeling and ambience to all of their performances.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Air Force bands through training and organization.
• Serve as musical conductor as the events call for it.
• Manage Air Force band activities, including personnel, equipment, maintenance and budget.
• Recruit and evaluate potential new band members and officers.
• Coordinate band plans and activities with senior leaders and public affairs offices.

Duties

• Perform duties related to specialized field requirements.
• Support Air Force mission objectives through technical expertise.
• Develop, maintain, and implement standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with other units to accomplish mission requirements.
• Supervise and train personnel as required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of organization, mission and capabilities of Air Force bands
• Mastery of written and aural music theory
• Completion of the Defense Information School Public Affairs Qualification Course
• Minimum of 12 months’ experience in the Air Force Band
• Must complete and pass a live audition
• Completion of Officer Training School (OTS), Air Force Academy (AFA) or Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC)
• Must be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 42nd birthday

Training & Education

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

Training Stages

• BASIC MILITARY TRAINING: 8.5 weeks
• MILITARY TRAINING LOCATION: Maxwell AFB, AL

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree with focus in conducting, instrumental performance or music education

Components

• Air Force Active Duty