"Associate Director of Bands/Assistant Professor of Percussion"

Associate Director of Bands/Assistant Professor of Percussion

Company: Northwest Missouri State University

Job Location:

Category: Music

Type: Full-Time

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: 9-month, Tenure Track

PRIMARY DUTIES: Conduct instrumental ensembles and teach applied percussion.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Conduct the Northwest Symphonic Band and/or Concert Band
2. Co-direct Northwest Athletic Bands (i.e., Bearcat Marching Band and the Northwest Pep Band)
3. Teach applied percussion, percussion methods for music education majors, and percussion ensemble
4. Hold seven office hours/week
5. Serve on committees as assigned
6. Maintain a scholarly/creative agenda
7. Other duties as assigned by program need

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: PhD, DMA, or equivalent, by the time of appointment.

Experience: Demonstrated success as a conductor, applied instructor, and classroom teacher

Skills: Effective collaboration skills, quality organizational and communication skills, a nurturing pedagogue, and an active and visible recruiter with a focus on student success.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Typical university classroom and office conditions, including occasional adverse weather conditions associated with marching band direction

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee percussion equipment inventory, including check-out procedures and repairs.

EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED: Laptop computer, software/online course and information management systems as needed, university instruments

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to lift and carry at least 20 pounds.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, all application materials should be submitted by December 1, 2025.

DATE AVAILABLE: August 10, 2026

TO APPLY: Follow the steps of the online application process. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 660-562-1121 or email ewilmes@nwmissouri.edu if more information is needed regarding the process.

APPLICATION MATERIALS: (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) names, addresses, and contact information (email and phone) for four professional references, (4) classroom and applied studio teaching video; (5) recordings of recent performances as a conductor and soloist (provided via link to YouTube, Dropbox, etc., (please do not email files) and (6) unofficial copies of transcripts (official copies required prior to hire).

INQUIRIES FOR THE POSITION CAN BE MADE TO:

Dr. Adam Zrust, Search Committee Chair
School of Fine and Performing Arts
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO 64468-6001
Phone: (660) 562-1319
E-mail: azrust@nwmissouri.edu

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