Asst. Dir. of Athletic Bands

Job Duties:

Instruction/Administration (75%)

• The Interim Assistant Director of Marching and Athletic Bands responsibilities include assisting the Director of Athletic Bands in the teaching, performance, and administration of the University of Minnesota "Pride of MN" Marching Band; teaching, performance, and administration of the Athletic Pep Bands "Gopher Groove" in both fall and spring semesters; arranging and drill writing for the Marching and Athletic Bands-as needed; administration for Campus Bands (non-major ensembles); guest conducting concert wind band ensembles; and potentially co-teaching and conducting a concert band ensemble, and/or teaching a Marching Band techniques course.
  
  Program Support (15%)
• Assist and support all aspects of the athletic and concert band programs with the Director of Bands, Associate Director of Bands, and the Director of Marching and Athletic Bands.
• Contribute to local and regional service and outreach activities
  

Required Qualifications:

• A Master of Music Degree in Conducting or Music Education
• Successful experience in a college or university athletic band program
• Substantial experience as a concert ensemble conductor and teacher
• Demonstrated excellence in leadership, interpersonal skills, and communication

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Doctor of Music Degree in Conducting, or progress toward a completed doctorate by date of appointment
• Three or more years of successful teaching at the high school or collegiate/university level

The School of Music has been an important part of the U of M since 1902, serving both music majors and students from the many diverse programs offered across our campus. Our distinguished alumni representing a wide range of states, provinces, and nations are making significant contributions to music and artistic life around the world as performers, educators, scholars, and therapists. The mission of the School of Music explicates our commitment to the highest level of excellence in scholarly, creative, and pedagogical endeavors, providing opportunities for quality artistic development, academic learning, and direct engagement with the Twin Cities community. Our faculty members are recognized nationally and internationally for their expertise in performance, scholarship, education, therapy, and creative studies.

Pay Range: $2,000 - $3,000 per credit; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

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