Tenure-track Faculty: Director of Bands and Music Education

Tenure-track Faculty:

Director of Bands and Music Education Job

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Business UnitMinot State University Location Minot Posted05/05/2026 Full/Part TimeFull-Time DepartmentFine & Performing Arts

Close DateOpen Until Filled Position Information Position Announcement:

Tenure-track Faculty:

Director of Bands and Music Education Position #: 00013133

Date Posted:

5 May 2026

Position Type:

Full-time, 9-Month |

Status:

Exempt Job Summary:

The Department of Fine and Performing Arts at Minot State University invites applicants for the position of Director of Bands and Music Education. The successful candidate will specialize in music education, direct MSU's concert and marching bands, and advise music education students, beginning Fall Semester 2026. This is a tenure-track position appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor.

Candidates will be expected to:

• Direct the MSU Band Program including leading the MSU Marching Band, Concert Band, and Athletic Pep-Band.
• Take a leading role in recruiting instrumental music students to MSU
• Teach music education courses and supervise student teachers
• Maintain a high level of professional visibility and serve as a resource for regional public school music educators
• Teach private lessons to music majors, music minors, and students enrolled in elective lessons in candidate's primary performance area
• Teach additional courses as needed related to area(s) of expertise and institutional needs

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Terminal degree or masters training in Music Education and experience directing Marching Band. Doctorate in Music preferred; ABD will be considered. Completed terminal degree will be required for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor.
• Evidence of excellence in applied instruction and pedagogy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous K-12 Instrumental Teaching Experience
• Previous College Teaching Experience
• Instrumental specialization open

Instructions:

To apply, candidates must submit an application on the Minot State University Human Resources website. As part of the application, candidates will be asked to submit: 1. A letter of application addressing their specific qualifications for this position 2. Curriculum vitae 3. Unofficial copies of all academic transcripts 4. A list of three professional references including name, title, telephone number, and email address 5. Online links to videos showing face and gestures during a recent band rehearsal 6.

Recommended Optional Materials:

Links to recent video(s) of solo performance on primary instrument and/or private lesson teaching Review of s: Review of applications will begin 13 May 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Contact:

Any questions related to this position can be directed to Dr. Charles Young, search committee chair, via email at charles.young.1@minotstateu.edu. For more information about MSU's music programs, visit the MSU Music website. Screening In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.