Arkansas Tech University is hiring: Assistant Professor of Music/Associate Direc

Application Deadline: January 17, 2025

Salary: $53,352

About Arkansas Tech:

Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public institution with a rich history, maintaining regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU was ranked the No. 1 regional public university in Arkansas by U.S. News and World Report in 2021-22 and 2022-23. Since 2019, Arkansas Tech has been the host institution for the prestigious Arkansas Governor’s School. The 559-acre Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, is just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock. Russellville features a charming blend of historic and modern architecture as well as the recreational opportunities provided by Lake Dardanelle and several state parks. Offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs and more than 40 graduate degree and certificate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community.

Position Summary:

Assistant Professor of Music/Associate Director of Bands. This is a full-time (9-month) tenure track position in the Department of Music within the College of Arts & Humanities with additional remuneration for preparing and instructing the marching band pre-school camp. The anticipated start date for this position is August 4, 2025. Arkansas Tech offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and life insurance, as well as participation in TIAA-CREF retirement plans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Conduct and lead university bands (marching and concert) in collaboration with the Director of Bands.
2. Serve as Associate Director of Bands in recruiting, student retention, alumni and public-school director relationships, and event management.
3. Provide leadership and teach courses in the instrumental music education program.
4. Develop, teach, and assess undergraduate music courses.
5. Engage in continuous improvement of courses.
6. Engage students in high-impact learning practices.
7. Effectively advise and mentor students at the undergraduate level.
8. Engage in creative activities and scholarship, leading to invited performances and peer-reviewed publications.
9. Provide impactful departmental, college, university, and professional service to the university, community, and state.
10. Additional duties and responsibilities assigned by the Department Head based on departmental needs and candidate strengths.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Exhibit skill in musicianship, conducting, and rehearsal techniques.
2. Extensive experience conducting and leading concert and marching bands.
3. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills with a history of working collaboratively with colleagues.
4. Ability and interest in recruiting and retaining students in the music and band programs.
5. Develop and maintain professional relationships with area public-school music teachers.
6. The ability to fluently use education, office, and music software and platforms (i.e. Blackboard, Banner, etc.).

Minimum Requirements:

1. Doctoral degree in music.
2. Demonstrated success conducting and coordinating college or public-school bands.
3. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Degree, cognate, or experience in one or more of the following areas: 1) music education; 2) music theory; 3) instrumental studio teaching; 4) class piano; 5) instrumental methods (brass, woodwinds, or strings); 6) elementary music methods.
2. Successful teaching experience in secondary schools and higher education.
3. Demonstrated success in recruiting and retaining students in varied music ensembles.
4. Training and experience teaching online courses.
5. Evidence of or potential for fostering an inclusive environment for diverse populations.

Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands:

The candidate selected to fill this position will work on the Russellville campus of Arkansas Tech University in Witherspoon Hall. ATU will provide the employee with a computer, phone, and office. Required activities include teaching and lecturing, sitting for extended periods, using a keyboard and mouse, and using standard office equipment. Some local travel may be necessary for public schools. The work schedule will include nights and weekends and supervision of outdoor activities.

What to Submit:

1. Letter of application addressing how the candidate meets the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position.
2. Current curriculum vita.
3. Unofficial copies of transcripts.
4. Contact information (phone number and email address) for 3-5 references.
5. Video samples demonstrating the candidate’s ability to conduct and teach concert and marching bands.
6. Supporting materials of interest to the committee could include band arrangements, drill design, and peer-reviewed/published materials.

To be considered for the position of Assistant Professor of Music/Associate Director of Bands, all applications must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system Cornerstone prior to the closing date on January 17, 2025, before 6:00 pm central time.