Tenure-track Faculty: Director of Bands and Music Education

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

Application 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 Applications:

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.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement:

Minot State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origins, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities veterans, individual with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veterans status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.

Confidentiality of Application Materials:

Pursuant to the NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related t the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records relate to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists who will be invited to campus.

Veterans Preference:

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility included a DD-214 or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA within the last 12 months.

Clery Statement:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy ad Campus Crime Statistics Act, Minot State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the Universitys policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security, as well at three years worth of crime statics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the MSU Office of Safety and Security located at 500 University Ave W, Minot, ND, 58707.