Part Time Faculty: Director Of Bands

Part-time Faculty: Director of Bands

Job Summary:

The Department of Fine and Performing Arts at Minot State University (MSU) (https://www.minotstateu.edu/music/) invites applicants to fill an open position as the adjunct Director of Bands beginning August, 2024. The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Direct the MSU Concert Band

• Direct the MSU Marching Band during football season (same ensemble as the concert band)

• Contribute to the Northwest Festival of Music (annual honor band and choir festival)

• Oversee and maintain the MSU Band instrument inventory

• Oversee and maintain the Marching Band uniform inventory

Additional Employment Opportunities Associated with the Department of Fine and Performing Arts:

In addition to serving as the Director of Bands, there may be additional employment opportunities depending on department needs, interest, and the strengths of the candidate hired. Potential opportunities could include:

• Teaching Instrumental Methods Course(s) to music education majors (e.g., Brass Methods, Instrumental Methods, etc.).

• Directing the MSU Basketball Pep Band

• Observing student teachers

• Performing with the Minot Symphony Orchestra: https://minotsymphony.com

• Performing in the pit for the Western Plains Opera Company: https://wpopera.org

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Conducting or Music Education

• Prior experience working with concert, marching, and pep bands

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral Degree in Conducting or Music Education

• Middle School and/or High School Instrumental Music Teaching Experience

• Previous College Teaching Experience

Application Instructions:

To apply, candidates must submit an application on the Minot State University website: https://www.minotstateu.edu/hr/jobs/

As part of the application, candidates will be asked to submit:

• A letter of application addressing their specific qualifications for this position

• Curriculum vitae

• Unofficial copies of all academic transcripts

• A list of three professional references including name, title, telephone number and email address

• Online links to recent videos conducting concert bands (rehearsal and performance videos preferred)

Review of Applications:

Review of applications will begin immediately and will be ongoing until the position is filled.

Contact:

Any questions related to this position can be directed to David Rolandson, Department of Fine and Performing Arts Chair, via email at david.rolandson@minotstateu.edu.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement: Minot State University (MSU) is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. MSU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information (GINA), marital or parental status, veteran's status, citizenship status, public assistance status, participation in lawful off-campus activity, spousal relationship to current employee, or other protected status under federal, state, or local law. MSU complies with all federal and state non-discrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations, including complying with the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy applies to admissions, enrollment, scholarships, loan programs, participation in University activities, employment, and access to participation in, and treatment in all University programs and activities.

For more information, or for accommodations contact: hr@minotstateu.edu. For Relay Services: Relay North Dakota

ND Veteran's Preference: North Dakota Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists who will be invited to campus.