Alcorn State University
Associate Director of Bands/ Assistant/Associate Professor of Music
Alcorn State University, Lorman, Mississippi, United States, 39096
Associate Director of Bands/ Assistant/Associate Professor of Music
Position InformationJob Title:
Associate Director of Bands/ Assistant/Associate Professor of MusicFLSA Status:
ExemptPosted Salary Range:
Commensurate with experienceEmployment Status:
Full TimeDepartment:
School of Arts & SciencesJob 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 EnsemblesA record of successful secondary school teaching, recruitment, and retentionEvidence 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 coursesDemonstrate ability to teach Music TechnologyDemonstrate ability to arrange for Marching BandDemonstrate 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 SoftwareDemonstrate ability to operate Finale, or Sibelius Music SoftwareDemonstrate ability to Conduct large and small ensemblesDemonstrate ability to model large and small music ensembles rehearsal techniquesAbility 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 DepartmentParticipate in faculty led lectures, recitals, workshops, and recruitmentOther related duties as assignedQualifications: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.Licensing and Certifications:
Teaching license preferred but not required.Physical Requirements:Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areasLight Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds OccasionallyVery Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 poundsTravel:
FrequentlyExtended Work Hours:
FrequentlyLocation:
LormanOpen Date:
06/09/2023Close Date:
Open Until FilledRequired Documents:ResumeCover Letter/Letter of ApplicationUnofficial TranscriptsTeaching PhilosophyLetter of Recommendation (Professional)Letter of Recommendation (Personal)Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)Optional Documents:Multi Media1000 ASU Drive #390, Lorman, Mississippi 39096-7500
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Position InformationJob Title:
Associate Director of Bands/ Assistant/Associate Professor of MusicFLSA Status:
ExemptPosted Salary Range:
Commensurate with experienceEmployment Status:
Full TimeDepartment:
School of Arts & SciencesJob 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 EnsemblesA record of successful secondary school teaching, recruitment, and retentionEvidence 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 coursesDemonstrate ability to teach Music TechnologyDemonstrate ability to arrange for Marching BandDemonstrate 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 SoftwareDemonstrate ability to operate Finale, or Sibelius Music SoftwareDemonstrate ability to Conduct large and small ensemblesDemonstrate ability to model large and small music ensembles rehearsal techniquesAbility 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 DepartmentParticipate in faculty led lectures, recitals, workshops, and recruitmentOther related duties as assignedQualifications: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.Licensing and Certifications:
Teaching license preferred but not required.Physical Requirements:Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areasLight Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds OccasionallyVery Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 poundsTravel:
FrequentlyExtended Work Hours:
FrequentlyLocation:
LormanOpen Date:
06/09/2023Close Date:
Open Until FilledRequired Documents:ResumeCover Letter/Letter of ApplicationUnofficial TranscriptsTeaching PhilosophyLetter of Recommendation (Professional)Letter of Recommendation (Personal)Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)Optional Documents:Multi Media1000 ASU Drive #390, Lorman, Mississippi 39096-7500
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