Assistant Professor of Music/Associate Director of Bands

Summary

The Colorado Mesa University Department of Music seeks a dynamic Associate Director of Bands, Director of Athletic Bands for the 2027-2028 academic year, at the Assistant Professor rank. The primary responsibilities of this tenure-track position are leading and directing a marching band (fall), a basketball pep-band (winter), and a concert band (spring). This faculty position reports directly to the Academic Department Head of Music, with feedback from the Director of Bands, and interfaces significantly with other areas on campus, particularly the Director of Athletics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Collaborate with the Director of Bands to implement a shared vision for CMU Bands
• Direct and recruit students for the Athletic Bands
• Maverick Stampede (Marching Band, fall)
• Maverick Sound (Pep Band, winter)
• Direct the CMU Concert Band (spring)
• Teach other academic courses and/or applied lessons based on candidate qualifications, experience, and department need

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Doctorate degree in Music
• Experience directing and producing marching bands
• Experience directing concert bands in secondary or collegiate settings
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively and collegially with colleagues

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of public-school teaching experience in music with ability to teach courses in the music education curriculum
• Marching band show production and creation, including music arranging and effective use of drill-writing software (Pyware)
• Evidence of strong program building and coordination (recruitment, design, social media usage, budgeting, travel, efficiencies, effectiveness, etc.)
• Ability to teach applied lessons on the candidate’s primary instrument
• Experience in working with diverse populations in an inclusive environment

Additional information

Application Deadline: To ensure priority consideration, complete applications must be received by 1/15/2027. Applications will then be reviewed weekly until filled.

Salary

$60,000-$65,000

Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV
• Names and contact information of three (3) professional references
• Links to performance videos of athletic and concert bands under the candidate’s direction, and links to rehearsal and/or classroom teaching videos
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.