Department of Music seeks applications for Assistant Director of Bands

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Posted on May 25, 2017 by Dr. William H. Petersen

Dr. William H. Petersen

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The University of South Alabama's Department of Music invites applications for a non-tenure-track, continuing, 9-month Instructor of Music position in the role of Assistant Director of Bands/Assistant Director of Athletic Bands. The starting date is August 15, 2017.

Qualifications: Master of Music required. Candidates should show evidence of successful secondary and/or college teaching in concert and marching band settings as well as teaching and performance experience with collegiate drumlines/front ensembles.

Responsibilities: Assist the Director of Bands and Associate Director of Bands with the teaching and administration of a comprehensive university band program, including three concert bands, the 250-member Jaguar Marching Band, and the 80-member Jaguar Pep Band. Direct the Jaguar Marching Band Percussion, including the Jaguar Drumline and Front Ensemble. The successful candidate will conduct the Jaguar Pep Band for Women’s Basketball and the USA University Band (non-music majors). Also, the successful candidate will teach Percussion Techniques in the fall semester and will have experience in halftime show design, including arranging for drumline and front ensemble. The successful candidate will serve as Recruitment Coordinator for Jaguar Marching Band and Department of Music and assist with the recruitment and retention of talented undergraduate and graduate music majors, minors, and non-majors for the Department of Music and the university band program.

In addition, teaching duties may be assigned in areas of the successful candidate’s strengths such as introduction to music, or applied music, as appropriate. Contribution to the scholarly advancement of the field through research and/or creative activities is expected. The successful candidate will also serve on departmental, college, and university committees as assigned.

The Institution: Located in a metropolitan area of over 600,000 residents on the scenic Gulf of Mexico, the University of South Alabama is a comprehensive, global university that offers diverse and nationally recognized programs in a variety of fields. With an enrollment of over 17,000 students, USA is one of the fastest growing universities in Alabama with an annual overall economic impact of $3 billion. The Department of Music is a unit of the College of Arts and Sciences and has become one of the most respected collegiate music programs in the region. The Department of Music is able to serve many students by continually expanding its programs and offerings.

To Apply: Applicants should be prepared to attach a letter of application, current curriculum vitae and provide the names and contact information of three references. Arrange to have official transcripts submitted from all universities attended to Dr. William Petersen. Please do not send other materials unless requested to do so.

Those with questions are free to contact the chairperson of the search, Dr. William Petersen, at (251) 460-6136 or via email at wpetersen@southalabama.edu.

Applications must be submitted online at:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/usouthal/jobs/1743438

Deadline: Review of applications will begin May 30, 2017, and continue until the position is filled.

The USA Department of Music, accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, offers Bachelor of Music degrees in Performance, Music Education, and Elective Studies in Business and Outside Fields. Graduate degrees offered include Master of Music degrees in Music Education (Instrumental or Vocal), Performance (Vocal, Piano, Brass, Percussion, Woodwinds), and Collaborative Keyboard. The Laidlaw Performing Arts Center features impressive studios and classrooms, a superb recital hall, and state-of-the-art music technology labs.

The University of South Alabama is an EO/AA employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression), religion, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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