Assistant Director of Concert Bands & Conducting Mentor

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

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.