Assistant Professor of Music Education and Director of Bands

University of JamestownJamestown, ND

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Director

Job Description

Assistant Professor of Music Education and Director of Bands Position Title: Assistant Professor of Music Education and Director of BandsLocation: University of Jamestown, Jamestown, North DakotaEmployment Type: Full-time, 9-month faculty position starting August 2026Application Deadline: Open until filledFLSA Status: ExemptThe University of Jamestown invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Music Education and Director of Bands to join our team beginning Fall 2026. We seek a highly effective teacher, instrumental ensemble conductor, and an enthusiastic recruiter who will continue to build the instrumental music program while working collaboratively with other faculty members within the department. Applicants must be committed to liberal arts undergraduate education and demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship/creative activity, and service.About the University of Jamestown:The University of Jamestown (UJ) is a private, liberal arts university founded in 1883, committed to providing a student-centered education that combines academic excellence with professional preparation and personal growth. Located in Jamestown, North Dakota, UJ offers a close-knit community with small class sizes, modern facilities, and a strong emphasis on holistic student development.Key Responsibilities

Teach rotating courses in:
- Elementary/Secondary Music Education
- Conducting
- General Music
Conducting the Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, and Pep Band.
Instruction of applied lessons/techniques in either brass or woodwinds.

Qualifications:

An earned doctorate in Music Education or Wind Conducting is preferred.
Candidates with a master's degree and significant experience as a music teacher in the public schools will also be considered.

Application Process:Provide a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.Equal Opportunity Employer:The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, or public assistance, in accordance with applicable laws. Sexual harassment, which includes acts of sexual violence, is a type of sex discrimination. The University will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination, and any such conduct is prohibited. The University also prohibits any form of discipline or retaliation for reporting incidents of discrimination.

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