Assistant Director of Concert Bands

The University of Oklahoma School of Music; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma School of Music seeks an Assistant Director of Concert Bands at the Assistant Professor rank to lead the current band program and contribute to conducting curriculum for undergraduate and graduate students.

The successful candidate will conduct the OU Symphony Band, teach undergraduate conducting, and supervise graduate repertoire and conducting seminars, while building external partnerships and supporting recruitment and outreach efforts.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Music (Instrumental Conducting or Music Education) is required or ABD considered if the terminal degree is earned by Aug 1, 2027.
• Demonstrated success in artistic conducting, teaching, and performing at collegiate or secondary levels.
• Ability to recruit and engage with external schools and communities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct the OU Symphony Band and teach undergraduate conducting courses and ensembles.
• Teach graduate conducting lessons and collaborate with the graduate conducting seminar and conducting lab.
• Coordinate recruitment and outreach activities with regional secondary school educators.
• Engage in research, creative activity and conducting agenda.
• Participate in school, college, university, and professional service.

Skills

Conducting

Teaching

Recruiting

Graduate-level instruction

Outreach

Education

Doctorate in Music (Instrumental Conducting or Music Education)

ABD considered if terminal degree earned by Aug 1, 2027

Job description

Rank: Assistant Professor, Full-time (9 month), 5-year Ranked Renewable Term

The University of Oklahoma Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts School of Music seeks an Assistant Director of Concert Bands at the Assistant Professor rank to join a band program long known for its vibrant and comprehensive ensemble offerings and undergraduate and graduate conducting curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Conduct the OU Symphony Band and teach undergraduate conducting courses and other undergraduate courses and ensembles according to the needs of the school and the candidate's abilities.
• Teach graduate conducting lessons, special topics, and collaborate with the graduate conducting seminar and conducting lab; guide graduate-level research and serve on committees as deemed appropriate by the SOM.
• Assist in coordinating recruitment and outreach activities. Actively connect with regional secondary school educators.
• Engage in an active research, creative activity, and conducting agenda.
• Participate in School, College, University, and professional service.

Required Qualifications

Doctorate in Music (Instrumental Conducting or Music Education); ABD considered if terminal degree is earned by August 1, 2027. Demonstrated success in artistic conducting, teaching, and performing at the collegiate and/or secondary level.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in all facets of an active university band program, e.g. concert bands, athletic bands, applicable administrative experience
• Demonstrated successful public school instrumental teaching experience at the secondary level
• Evidence of success in teaching undergraduate and graduate conducting
• Ability and demonstrated experience teaching/conducting in another area of the curriculum such as new music ensemble, music education, world music, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with immediate colleagues as well as secondary school music educators
• Demonstrated success in recruiting
• Record of creative/scholarly accomplishments, as demonstrated through regional, national, and/or international presentations at music conferences, performances, master classes, recordings, publications, and/or professional leadership
• Experience guiding creative activity at the graduate level

Please submit the following materials at apply.interfolio.com/195413:

1. 1) A letter of application addressing how you meet the required and desired qualifications
2. 2) A complete curriculum vita
3. 3) A video portfolio including:
   • a. a video recording or digital link of rehearsal footage with bands and/or chamber ensembles (minimum of 20 minutes in length)
   • b. a video recording or digital link of performance footage with bands and/or chamber ensembles (minimum of 20 minutes in length)
4. 4) 3 sample programs you have conducted
5. 5) A list of 3-5 current references of people who can speak knowledgeably about your teaching and conducting

Letters of application should be addressed to:

Dr. Caroline Hand, Chair

Assistant Director of Concert Bands Search Committee

University of Oklahoma School of Music

500 West Boyd

Norman, OK 73019

Additional Inquiries can be made by emailing Dr. Caroline Hand at: [e-mail]

Application Review starts November 17, 2026