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All School of Music faculty members are expected to maintain a record of service and creative/scholarly productivity that indicates continuing growth of national and international visibility. The applicant must work cooperatively in a dynamic environment and be committed to undergraduate education and student success. In order to help provide a safe and secure educational environment, Sam Houston State University verifies the accuracy of all credentials presented by applicants and conducts a criminal background check on every new hire.
Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:
Conduct the University Wind Ensemble. Teach graduate courses and undergraduate classes such as music education, conducting, and others as needed by the School of Music and according to the candidate's strengths and experience. Work collaboratively with the team of band directors in the overall administration of the university band program. Collaborate with the music education faculty to build and maintain a productive relationship with public school music programs. Recruit students for the School of Music. Additional opportunities include assisting with The Center for Music Education's professional development workshops and the Master of Arts in Band Studies summer program.
Other Specifications/Instructions for the Position:
Submit application, letter of interest, vita, university transcripts, a digital portfolio with links to videos of conducting in ensemble rehearsals and performances, and three letters of recommendation.
Other supporting materials may be requested at a later date. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Questions regarding the search may be directed to Dr. Brian Gibbs, Chair –Director of Bands Search Committee, School of Music, Sam Houston State University, P.O. Box 2208, Huntsville, TX 77341-2208.
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request when the application is submitted.
Educational Requirements for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):
Doctorate in Music degree required. Master's degree in music with significant professional experience may be considered in lieu of the doctorate.
Experience Required for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):
History as an artist conductor with a strong commitment to education. Experience in Texas secondary music education is desirable, and experience at both the secondary and university levels is preferred
About Sam Houston State University
For more than 140 years, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, "The measure of a Life is its Service," resonates among its 22,000 students, eight colleges and well beyond its historical roots through research, creative endeavors, service learning, volunteering and more.
SHSU is an inclusive institution whose mission is to provide high quality education, scholarship, and service to students. With over 90 bachelor degrees, 50 master’s, and 11 doctoral programs—including the nation’s first Ph.D. in forensic science, SHSU provides an exceptional college experience for every student: traditional or non-traditional; first generation; international; or online.
Service to self and others is paramount at SHSU and reflected in all university organizations and programs. In fact, the university was named to USA Today’s Top 50 in the U.S. for “commitment to civic engagement and global awareness,” in addition to being classified a "Community Engaged Campus" by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. This honor, bestowed to only 311 public institutions nationwide, acknowledges th...e university's significant commitment to service.
Sam Houston State University has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging, although just an hour drive north of Houston.
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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