Alcorn State University Lorman , MS 39096
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Job Title Associate Director of Bands/ Assistant/Associate Professor of Music FLSA Status Exempt Posted Salary Range Commensurate with experience. Employment Status Full Time Department School of Arts & Sciences Job Summary
Assist the Director of Bands with the organization, direction, and management of the Alcorn State University Band program regarding Athletic and Academic Ensembles. Perform duties as a faculty member of the Fine Arts Department as designated by the Chair to University level teaching credentials and skills.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Experience and a record of success in all areas College Marching Band and Concert Ensembles
A record of successful secondary school teaching, recruitment, and retention
Evidence of commitment to working collegially and collaboratively while demonstrating advanced skills in excellent leadership and communication skills.
Essential Job Functions
Demonstrate ability to perform on principal instrument (woodwind and brass)
Demonstrate ability to teach instrumental pedagogy/methods courses
Demonstrate ability to teach Music Technology
Demonstrate ability to arrange for Marching Band
Demonstrate ability to create Patterns of Motion Drill Design (Moffit)
Demonstrate knowledge of Casavant Drill Design (A.R. Casavant)
Demonstrate ability to operate PY Ware Drill Design Software
Demonstrate ability to operate Finale, or Sibelius Music Software
Demonstrate ability to Conduct large and small ensembles
Demonstrate ability to model large and small music ensembles rehearsal techniques
Ability to teach music technology: ProTools, Ableton Live, Applied Woodwind instruments and other class assignments as they relate to the needs of Music Program and the Fine Arts Department
Participate in faculty led lectures, recitals, workshops, and recruitment
Other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Master's degree in Music Education, Music Performance or related music field from a NASM accredited degree program; Doctorate in Music Conducting, Music Technology or Music Education Preferred.
Teaching on a collegiate level preferred.
Licensing and Certifications
Teaching license preferred but not required.
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Physical Requirements
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas Sedentary Work
Exerting 10 pounds Light Work
Exerting up to 20 pounds Occasionally Medium Work
Exerting 20-50 pounds Heavy Work
Exerting 50-100 pounds Very Heavy Work
Exerting in excess of 100 pounds Travel Frequently Extended Work Hours Frequently
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number Number of Vacancies 1 Location Lorman Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 06/09/2023 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement
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Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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