Job Posting Number: 2027023TTL
Position Description
Texas State University, a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI)
located in San Marcos, Texas, invites applications for the position
of Director of the
School of
Music.
With more than 47,000 students, Texas State is one of the 25
largest public universities in the U.S., as well as one of the
fastest growing institutions in the nation. With a key goal of
elevating student success, the university offers over 200
bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs across nine
colleges. The university is a federally designated Hispanic Serving
Institution and is one of 30 institutions nationally to receive the
prestigious Seal of Excelencia in recognition of efforts to
accelerate the success of Hispanic students in higher education.
Additionally, Forbes has named Texas State among America's Best
Colleges in 2026, as well as previous recognitions among America's
Best Employers. U.S. News and World Report named Texas State among
the Best Global Universities, and multiple degree programs rank
among the best in the world including programs in drama, nursing,
business, and criminology.
Texas State University's 693-acre San Marcos campus resides in the
center of Texas's innovation corridor. Nestled in the Texas Hill
Country, the campus enjoys a beautiful setting along the banks of
the San Marcos River and nearby access to two major airports
(Austin and San Antonio). Texas State University also operates the
101-acre campus in Round Rock, Texas north of Austin, as well as
over 4,000 additional acres of academic, agricultural, research,
and recreational spaces across Texas. In 2025, TXST launched its
first international campus located in Querétaro, Mexico. Originally
founded in 1899, Texas State is now driving what's next in
research, academic excellence, and student success. The promising
students, inspiring faculty, dedicated staff, and new graduates are
primed to create an impact, transform lives, and make a difference
in the world.
The Texas State University
School of Music
is a long-standing, fully accredited member of the National
Association of Schools of Music and provides an intensive and
nurturing environment that emphasizes student-faculty interaction.
Ninety faculty teach more than 600 students who perform in more
than thirty ensembles. We guide students to become performers,
educators, and scholars through a comprehensive array of degree
programs. Graduate degrees include the Master of Music in Music
Education, and the Master of Music with a concentration in Choral
Conducting, Composition, Digital Music Research, Instrumental
Conducting, Musicology, Music Theory, Performance and Pedagogy, and
Performance in multiple genres including Classical, Jazz, Mariachi,
and Salsa. Graduate students may also pursue a Certificate in Music
Performance. In addition to a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a
Bachelor of Science in Sound Recording Technology, undergraduate
degrees include the Bachelor of Music in Music Education (Band,
Choral, Mariachi, Strings) and Performance (classical and jazz).
Composition, Jazz, Mariachi, Music, and Opera are available as
Minors. Additional information can be found at
https://www.music.txstate.edu.
The Director is the chief executive officer of the School of Music,
responsible to the Dean of the College of Fine Arts and
Communication for all matters concerning budget, programs, and
faculty of the school. The successful candidate is expected to:
- Foster an environment that values shared governance,
educational excellence, collaboration, innovation, a variety of
perspectives, and a welcoming community.
Support and promote the continuing growth and development of
outstanding academic curricula in undergraduate and graduate
programs.
Provide vision and dynamic leadership for the engagement of
faculty, staff, and students in the continued pursuit of
excellence.
Expand resources by working with University Advancement.
Actively advocate for the school across campus and with
constituents outside the University.
Recruit, retain, and develop a varied and high-quality faculty
by supporting creative/scholarly research, collaborative
partnerships, and external funding efforts.
Manage the administrative affairs of the school, including
management of a large and complex budget.
Contribute to the continued development and success of the
school through leadership in research, teaching, and service.
For more information about the functions of school directors at
Texas State, visit
https://policies.txst.edu/division-policies/academic-affairs/01-02-11.html.
Required Qualifications
- Doctoral/Terminal degree or equivalent professional
experience.
- Record of significant teaching and scholarly/performance
activities in music that merit appointment with tenure at the rank
of Professor.
- Demonstrated relevant administrative leadership in higher
education or a multifaceted arts organization.
- Demonstrated commitment to transparent communication and
collaborative decision-making that will foster shared
governance.
Preferred Qualifications
- DMA, Ph.D. or terminal degree in Music or related field.
- Significant administrative experience with an academic unit
offering a comprehensive spectrum of academic and professional
programs in music.
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, facilities, and
personnel.
- Familiarity with NASM standards and procedures.
- Demonstrated success in advocating for resources with internal
and external constituents, including but not limited to donor
cultivation, alumni engagement, and fundraising, with a focus on
building student scholarship support.
- An informed understanding of the changing landscape of music,
including contemporary modes of creation, production, performance,
distribution, audience engagement, and interdisciplinary
collaboration.
- A track record of building trust and community and fostering
faculty/staff mentorship.
- Demonstrated experience in promoting recruitment and success of
faculty, staff, and students.
Full Consideration Date:
Close Date:
Open Until Filled? Yes
Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58609"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58609
For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit
https://apptrkr.com/9863310"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58609
or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr.,
J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.
About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located
in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful
Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the
Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest
universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and
approximately 4,000 faculty and staff
Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over
50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San
Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas
universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and
the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm
of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks
of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities
throughout the year.
Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your
first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State
paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your
dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many
more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly
resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness
program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a
variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access
educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic
courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks
offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and
voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of
the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the
nation.
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