Adjunct in Music-Band Director for Banda Lobos

Sul Ross State University; Alpine (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

The Sul Ross State University Music Program in the Department of Visual and Performing Arts seeks an Adjunct in Music to serve as a part-time music director to the Banda Lobos. The applicant will direct the Banda Lobos and any additional classes as needed.

The candidate is able to grow the position by recruiting students. The candidate is expected to assist with managing the University’s Banda Lobos equipment in partnership with the Director of Bands.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and at least one conferred degree in Music with woodwind, brass, guitar, or percussion as a major applied instrument area.
• Terminal degree in music or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Direct Banda Lobos and any additional classes as needed.
• Grow the position by recruiting students to the program.
• Assist with managing Banda Lobos equipment in partnership with the Director of Bands.
• Routine travel to the Alpine campus; schedule to be worked out with the Music Program.

Education

Master’s degree in Music with major instrument area

Terminal degree in music or equivalent

Job description

Adjunct in Music-Band Director for Banda Lobos

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

PLEASE NOTE: All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes and curriculum vitae do not take the place of this required information.

Instructions to applicants

PLEASE NOTE : All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes and curriculum vitae do not take the place of this required information.

Job Title

Job Title Adjunct in Music-Band Director for Banda Lobos

Location

Location Alpine

Department

Department Visual and Performing Arts

Job No.

Job No. AJF982

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/06/2026

End Date

Until Filled Yes

Appointment Date

Required

• Master’s degree and at least one conferred degree in Music with woodwind, brass, guitar, or percussion as a major applied instrument area.

Preferred

• Terminal degree in music or equivalent.
• A record of successful music education (K-12) teaching and professional performance experience.
• Interest and willingness to recruit and grow the program (and position).

Primary Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities:
The Sul Ross State University Music Program of the Department of Visual and Performing Arts seeks an Adjunct in Music to serve as a part-time music director to the Banda Lobos. The applicant will direct the Banda Lobos and any additional classes as needed. The candidate is able to grow the position by recruiting students. The candidate is expected to assist with managing the University’s Banda Lobos equipment in partnership with the Director of Bands. Routine travel to the Alpine campus is expected, and the specifics of the schedule will be worked out between the successful applicant and the Music Program.

Other Information

It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

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About SRSU

Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas—Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border.
What you’ve heard is true – there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve.
Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life-changing experience has a multi-generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in the fact that we serve a diverse population including many first-generation college students as well as non-traditional students, international students, student-athletes and graduate students.
From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals.
For more information about how we’re strategizing for the future, I invite you to visit www.sulross.edu .

Required Documents

• Letter of Intent
• Transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation (3)
• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3
• Transcript 4
• Letter of Recommendation (1)
• Letter of Recommendation (2)
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Scores

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you legally authorized to work in the US?
  • Yes
  • No
• Will you now or in the future require Sul Ross State University to provide employment visa sponsorship to obtain or maintain your employment eligibility in the US?
  • Yes
  • No
• If yes, please indicate the type of employment authorization or visa sponsorship you anticipate needing.

  (Open Ended Question)