Assistant Director of Athletic Bands - Teaching Faculty I, 12-Month Salaried

$80,000 - $80,000/Yr

Florida State University - Tallahassee, FL

Full-time - Senior

Tallahassee, FL

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Director of Athletic Bands at Florida State University is a full-time faculty position responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate-level students in music education, conducting the FSU Concert Band, and assisting in the planning and instruction of the Marching Chiefs and Seminole Sound Athletic Pep Band. The role emphasizes a commitment to student recruitment and fostering a diverse and vibrant university community.

Responsibilities

• Teaches undergraduate and graduate-level students in music education.
• Assists in planning and instruction for the Florida State University Marching Chiefs and Seminole Sound Athletic Pep Band.
• Serves as the primary conductor of the FSU Concert Band.
• Serves on doctoral and master's committees and juries.
• Participates in university and professional service activities nationally and internationally.

Requirements

• Completed a doctoral degree at the time of appointment or equivalent teaching experience and creative activity.
• Record of successful university-level teaching experience and proven artistry as a professional conductor.
• Strong commitment to the recruitment of outstanding students.
• Proven commitment to creating an inclusive environment that engages students from diverse backgrounds.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated record of excellence in collegiate-level athletic band pedagogy, programming, and administration.
• Experience in drill design creation and teaching.
• Coursework in marching band techniques.
• Experience as a concert band conductor.
• Experience in athletic band arranging.

Benefits

• Robust Total Rewards package including compensation, benefits, wellness, recognition, and employee development programs.