Assistant/Associate Professor of Music (Director of Bands)

Position Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor of Music (Director of Bands)

Compensation:

$65,000 - $67,000

Department:

School of Music

Start Date:

08/16/2027

About this opportunity:

The School of Music invites applications for a full-time Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor of Music (Director of Bands) beginning August of 2027.

The School of Music is committed to maintaining a positive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment where your success is supported. This is a full-time opportunity that comes with a great benefits package. Come be a part of our team!

This position requires on-campus presence.

Employer will consider sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you will bring:

The Assistant/Associate Professor of Music and Director of Bands will direct the Ball State Wind Ensemble and provide oversight and leadership of the comprehensive university band program, instruct undergraduate and graduate courses in instrumental conducting, participate in recruitment activities and teach other courses as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Direction of the Ball State Wind Ensemble

· Oversight and leadership of the comprehensive university band program, including five ensembles

· Lead the graduate winds conducting program, including doctoral and master’s-level students

· Participate in recruitment activities for instrumental students at the undergraduate and graduate levels

· Instruct undergraduate and graduate courses in instrumental conducting

· Teach other courses as assigned, based on the needs of the school and the expertise of the candidate

· Engage in creative and/or scholarly activities

· Contribute to service at the university, regional, and national levels

· Supervise graduate assistants, who have significant teaching roles in our curriculum.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Master's degree in Music

· A minimum of 4 years of successful experience in collegiate wind ensemble conducting

Preferred Qualifications:

· Terminal degree in music (DMA, DA, or Ph.D.)

· 5 years of successful collegiate wind ensemble conducting experience

· Experience of successful teaching of conducting courses at undergraduate and graduate level

· Record of collegiate ensembles performing at Regional and/or National Conferences

· Evidence of creative/scholarly productivity in the wind ensemble field

· Experience with student recruitment and program development

How to apply:

Please direct inquiries regarding this vacancy to Dr. Franklin Larey, Director of the School of Music, franklin.larey@bsu.edu

The following application materials are required:

• Cover letter of application
• Curriculum vitae (Do not use the Autofill resume feature.)
• Portfolio: a supplemental document containing links to frontal-view video recordings including:
  • Two (only) conducting performances with repertoire of contrasting style
  • Two (only) continuous unedited rehearsal segments of 10-15 minutes each
  • If possible, one additional segment showing the candidate providing instruction in conducting

In addition, applicants are asked to provide the contact information of at least three referees.

Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by December 1, 2026.

(Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

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Relocation Program: MakeMyMove

Looking for a place where your career, community, and quality of life can grow together? Muncie and Delaware County offer the advantages of a university community with the accessibility and affordability of a mid-sized city—short commutes, local arts and culture, parks and trails, educational opportunities, healthcare, athletics, and a strong sense of connection.

Through the City of Muncie’s MakeMyMove program, eligible new residents may access relocation incentives, university-related benefits, co-working options, and community-building opportunities designed to help them get settled and connected.

Current benefits for eligible participants may include:

• Up to $5,000 cash for relocation

• Co-working space courtesy of The Innovation Connector
• Access to the Ball State University Library
• One-semester Rec Fit pass at Ball State University
• Discounted Ball State Athletics tickets
• Help desk for connecting to local resources
• Opportunity for board participation
• Six-month YMCA membership

Relocation programs on MakeMyMove have specific eligibility requirements, and benefits may vary by program. Applicants should review the current MakeMyMove page to confirm eligibility, available benefits, and program status.

Ball State’s support for relocation resources and community partnerships aligns with Destination 2040: Our Flight Path, the University’s strategic plan. The plan calls our University to work with community partners to promote talent attraction and retention, foster economic growth in East Central Indiana, and strengthen the economic and social vitality of the communities we serve.

Explore the program and check your eligibility through MakeMyMove.

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Goodness requires action to grow. We're dedicated to doing our part to keep goodness growing in Muncie, at our university, and as far beyond as possible. That's where you come in. When you join our team, you become part of goodness in action. Our main priority: uplifting students so they can discover their full potential. This is how we fly.

It all comes down to caring.

There are about 3,000 full-time faculty and staff in the Ball State University work family. Each brings unique gifts to help us be the kind of institution we want to be. In return, we do our best to take care of them through comprehensive medical and dental plans, a Health Savings Account (which we contribute to), and a whole range of wellness, retirement, and other benefits like covering the cost of tuition at Ball State for you and your family. We can offer you more.

A great place to work in a great place to live.

Where you live matters just as much as where you work. We get it. That's why we've invested since the very beginning in making our hometown work. On campus, find state-of-the-art facilities and one-of-a-kind arts and cultural events. In Muncie, you'll find a warm and welcoming community with affordable housing and a vibrant downtown arts, food, and music scene. What could be better? You here - for starters.

EEO/AA Statement

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Disability Accommodations

Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position. Contact Melissa Rubrecht, Director of Employee Relations, at 765-285-1823 for assistance.

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