Assistant/Associate Professor Of Music, Director Of Bands

Job Description

The person in this position will direct the 100+ member Tiger Marching Band and other ensembles, such as the Wind Ensemble. Additional teaching responsibilities will be assigned based on the candidate's expertise, experience, and the needs of the School of Music. The Director of Bands administers all aspects of the band program, coordinates outreach and recruitment events in bands, works in close collaboration with applied faculty, ensemble directors, and School of Music coordinators, and leads in planning and executing the concert calendar for the Tiger Marching, Concert Band, and Wind Ensemble. Academic advising, mentoring, assisting music students in developing professional goals beyond Campbellsville University, and providing service to the university are also expected.

SUMMARY:

The person in this position will direct the Tiger Marching Band (100+ members) and other ensembles, such as the Wind Ensemble. Additional teaching responsibilities will be assigned based on the candidate's expertise, experience, and the needs of the School of Music. The Director of Bands administers all aspects of the band program, coordinates outreach and recruitment events in bands, works in close collaboration with applied faculty, ensemble directors, and School of Music coordinators, and leads in planning and executing the concert calendar for the Tiger Marching, Concert Band, and Wind Ensemble. Academic advising, mentoring, assisting music students in developing professional goals beyond Campbellsville University, and providing service to the university are also expected.

This is a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. This 10-month position begins in August 2024.

Qualifications :

• Doctoral degree in music is preferred

• Active outdoor work

• Occasional exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force and/or negligible force to lift, carry, pull, or move objects.

• Proven record of experience with university-level marching bands and/or high school marching bands

• Demonstrated record of conducting excellence, and success in recruiting, retaining, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds

• ABD candidates will be considered for this position.

To Apply, submit:

• A cover letter

• A curriculum vitae including a page or PDF file that links to recent video recordings of band activities (leading rehearsals and/or performances)

• A list of at least three individuals who can provide confidential letters of recommendation and a statement of teaching philosophy.

• A cover letter that address the stated qualifications while also highlighting skills and experiences that demonstrate a commitment to leadership in the education of undergraduate and graduate students.

• Please note that additional materials may be requested. Initial screening of materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

• Faculty are responsible for developing lectures, demonstrations, assignments, and enrichment activities to successfully deliver course content in their academic unit.

• Faculty will teach coursework in various specialties.

• Maintain regular office hours for advising students.

• Participate in events and initiatives aimed at meeting departmental and divisional recruitment and retention goals.

• Accept assignments on committees, sponsor student activities, and actively participate in University life.

• Support the institution's Christian mission, including attendance a chapel services, scheduled or called meetings, commencement programs, and Faculty Forum meetings.

• Provides a Christian role model for students.

• Maintains a strong interest in the pursuit of knowledge and shares it with students and scholars.

• Promotes the discipline on and off campus and attracts students to the field.

• Maintains contact with alumni and the community.

• Participates in academic unit meetings and cooperates with other members of the Faculty.

• Identifies with professional organizations and professionals of the discipline at all educational levels.

• Assists in recruiting new Faculty members within the academic unit.

• Assists the Dean in the preparation of class schedules and material for the University Bulletin Catalog.

• Knows the Library holdings and deficiencies and plans improvements based on budget allocations.

• Assists in developing syllabi for courses in the discipline.

• Assists in the preparation of requests for foundation grants.

• Assists students by continually monitoring and evaluating students' progress and making appropriate referrals to academic and personal support services, as necessary, to meet student needs.

• Demonstrates excellence in teaching.

• Serves as an academic advisor.