Assistant Professor of Music - Director of Athletic Bands and Associate Director of Bands

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Job Title : Assistant Professor of Music - Director of Athletic Bands and Associate Director of Bands
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Posting Date :     2023-02-09T10:00:00Z     
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Position Information

Posting Number	F0842022
Working Title	Assistant Professor of Music - Director of Athletic Bands and Associate Director of Bands
Department Org	335000 - Music
Why should you work at UCA?	We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Familythe faculty, staff, students and alumni who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work! At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well-being of employees, while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference. Resources are available supporting professional and personal development through the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Academic Leadership and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, and the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary. Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership (HPER) and equipment rentals.
Position Summary	The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences invites applications for the 11-month tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Music Director of Athletic Bands and Associate Director of Bands in the Department of Music. The department enjoys endowments and private scholarship funds of approximately $1.6 million, annual university performance scholarships of $800,000, a visiting artist series, and NASM accreditation. Many performances are presented in the new state-of-the-art, 1200-seat, Donald W. Reynolds Performance Hall. In January of 2023, the new Windgate Center for the Fine and Performing Arts will open with 100,000 or more square feet of dedicated collaborative arts space including a new 450 seat performance hall, percussion suite, string studios, and a choral rehearsal and recital hall.
Job Duties and Responsibilities	We seek an artist-teacher with proven experience to direct the UCA Bear Marching Band and other athletic bands; conduct the Symphonic Band (our second audition-based concert band consisting primarily of music majors); University Band and to teach courses in their expertise; coordinate and collaborate with the UCA Athletic Department; and contribute to departmental and university service, including recruiting and retaining students interested in performing in the athletic bands. A demonstrated record of excellence in the following: secondary school marching bands, collegiate marching bands, or drum corps; drill design and/or arranging; strong administrative abilities, collaborative, and interpersonal skills; and a proven commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in their past program development.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Candidates should demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of, and experience conducting, high-level concert repertoire; either or both drill writing and arranging; and engaging positively with administration, alumni, and donors. The ideal candidate will also supervise, and lead a team of graduate conductors for University Band, teach Marching band techniques, and other courses as appropriate to the candidates experience; coordinate and collaborate with the UCA Athletic Department; and contribute to departmental/university service, including recruiting and retaining students interested in performing in the athletic bands. Other assigned duties may include courses in the following areas: conducting, music theory, applied lessons, and/or ear training. Being a member of the Graduate Faculty is an expectation for this position.
Skills Considered Essential for Success	-Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education. -Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures. -Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment. -Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team. -Ability to make sound judgments. -Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities. -Civility in all interactions. -Demonstrate effective follow-up.
Required Education and/or Experience	Qualifications include the Ph.D. in Music Education, DMA in Instrumental Conducting (ABD will be considered for appointment), Ed.D., or equivalent, and significant instrumental conducting experience in secondary music education setting.
Preferred Education and/or Experience
License(s)/Certifications (Required or Preferred)
University, Campus, and Community Description	Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas. Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000, of which more than 15% are graduate students. The university offers more than 90 undergraduate and 60 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. The undergraduate student body consistently scores above the national average on the ACT exam. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities. UCA seeks to attract students and employees that are dedicated to building a culture of diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equity.
Desired start date	07/01/2023

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Background Check Statement	This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
UCA EEO Statement	The University of Central Arkansas is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution dedicated to attracting and supporting a diverse student, faculty and staff population through enhanced multicultural learning environments and opportunities. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs.
Open Date	12/16/2022
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Open Until Filled	Yes
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