Director of Athletic Bands/High Brass Instructor

Southern Arkansas University (SAU), Magnolia, is seeking applications for the position of Director of Athletic Bands/High Brass Instructor. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The proposed start date is August 1, 2024.

Duties: Direct or assist with the marching band; direct the basketball pep band; teach trombone and euphonium lessons, other music courses as needed and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in music and public school teaching experience required. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Director of Athletic Bands/High Brass Instructor

Southern Arkansas University (SAU), Magnolia, is seeking applications for the position of Director of Athletic Bands/High Brass Instructor. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The proposed start date is August 1, 2024.

Duties: Direct or assist with the marching band; direct the basketball pep band; teach trombone and euphonium lessons, other music courses as needed and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in music and public school teaching experience required. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

The position will be housed in the Department of Performing Arts and Mass Communication. The department offers the following: Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Performing Arts with concentrations in Music with Studies in Business, Music Education, Music Performance, Musical Theatre, and Theatre and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication with a concentration in Mass Media. The department also houses various vocal and instrumental ensembles.

Interested individuals should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and three (3) letters of recommendation to HR@saumag.edu or the Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E. University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. AA/EOE. Non-listed references may be contacted.

Posted: January 31, 2024