Music (Director of Athletic Bands), Tenure-Track Faculty (11-month)

Middle Tennessee State University - Murfreesboro, TN

Full-time - Entry Level

Murfreesboro, TN

Educational Services

About the position

The Director of Athletic Bands at Middle Tennessee State University is a full-time, tenure-track faculty position responsible for leading the MTSU Band of Blue and other athletic bands. The role emphasizes innovative teaching, research, and service, with a focus on creating a student-centered learning environment. The successful candidate will also conduct the MTSU Symphonic Band and teach various music education courses, while actively promoting the department and university through recruitment and public performances.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, instruction, and administrative coordination of the MTSU Band of Blue and other athletic bands.
• Serve as the primary conductor for the MTSU Symphonic Band.
• Teach courses in music education and/or conducting, including band materials and administration, marching band techniques, and other instrumental techniques courses.
• Collaborate with School of Music faculty and staff in service of the University Bands and Athletic Bands.
• Promote the department and university through active recruiting and public performance.
• Participate in institutional service and maintain an active record of research or creative activity.

Requirements

• A terminal degree in music or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience as a high school or college band director, including extensive experience with marching band instruction.
• Experience as a concert band conductor.
• Experience in drill design or arranging for athletic bands.
• Collegiate teaching experience in related coursework.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Vision insurance