Adjunct Percussions Instructor

Sul Ross State University; Alpine (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Sul Ross State University invites applications for an Adjunct Percussions Instructor in Alpine. The position will teach percussion lessons and percussion techniques within the Visual and Performing Arts Department, with duties including recruiting students to grow the program and assisting with percussion equipment management.

The successful candidate will travel to the Alpine campus as needed, and the appointment date is 09/01/2026.

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

Responsibilities

• Teach percussion lessons and percussion techniques.
• Grow the position by recruiting students.
• Assist with managing the University’s percussion 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 and at least one conferred degree in Music with woodwind, brass, guitar, or percussion as a major applied instrument area.

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Job Title

Adjunct Percussions Instructor

Location

Alpine

Department

Visual and Performing Arts

Job No.

AJF982

Posting Date

08/06/2026

End Date

Until Filled Yes

Appointment Date

09/01/2026

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

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 Instructor. The applicant will teach percussion lessons, percussion techniques, 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 percussion 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.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On‑Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On‑Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.

A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing [e-mail]

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)