Posting Number: F00683P

Department: Music

Location: Arlington

Job Family: Faculty

Rank: Tenure-track

Work Hours: Standard

Open to: External and Internal

FLSA: Exempt

Duration: Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis: Monthly

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Job Summary

The Department of Music in the College of Liberal Arts, at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Music - Director of Bands, Tenure-Track position.

Benefits at UTA

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CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Serve as Director of Bands and Conductor of the Wind Symphony.
Supervise and guide all aspects of the band program; support marching band curriculum and instruction.
Teach courses in conducting and related areas at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Actively recruit and retain talented undergraduate and graduate students by actively seeking conducting engagements at the All-City, All-Region, and All-State levels, visiting high school band programs across the state, and by maintaining active communication and collegiality with the Texas band community.
Engage in regular performances of standard repertoire for full and chamber-sized wind ensembles both on and off campus.
Engage in innovative professional activities for artistic development and tenure-track progression.
Contribute to the growth and development of the Department of Music, the College of Liberal Arts, the University, and the profession through participation in committees, departmental activities, and other service.
Maintain positive relations with UTA band alumni and their musical programs
Other related duties may be assigned based on the candidate's qualifications and the needs of the department.

Required Qualifications

Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) or equivalent in Conducting or a related field by the time of appointment
Demonstrated excellence in teaching conducting at the graduate and undergraduate levels
Demonstrated success in teaching at the college or public-school level
Demonstrated ability to connect with area band program directors and students
Demonstrated understanding of the role of Band that plays within the Music Education experience

Special Conditions for Eligibility

In order to be considered for a first-round interview, applicants must submit a document with links to a minimum of three conducting videos that best show their technical and artistic skills as a conductor.

Department Information

Located in the College of Liberal Arts, the Department of Music is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and enrolls over 360 music majors. Our 65 faculty members contribute to a robust creative and scholarly environment. The Department offers a Bachelor of Music degree with emphases in Performance, Music Education, Music Business, Music Audio Production, Theory, Composition, and Jazz Studies. The Department also offers a Bachelor of Arts in Music Industry Studies degree. The Master of Music degree is offered in Music Education; Performance in voice and on all classical and jazz instruments, including conducting; Music Theory; and Jazz Composition. The Department also offers a graduate performance certificate. Opportunities abound at the University to collaborate with other strong researchers in a variety of fields.

College of Liberal Arts Information

In the College of Liberal Arts (CoLA), students receive an education centered on the cultivation of creativity, research, and analytical skills. CoLA is one of UTA's most distinctive academic units. We house 12 departments in the fine and performing arts, humanities, and social sciences, serving over 3,600 students through twenty-eight undergraduate and twenty-one graduate degree programs, including three PhD tracks.

Ever responsive to student interest and community need, the college continues to evolve, expanding our academic offerings with relevant course content connecting the arts and sciences. Our students have opportunities to pursue degrees, credentials, and certificates in applied sociology, popular culture, music industry studies, philanthropy, prelaw, disability studies, forensic translation, and interpretation. The quality and depth of our programming is nationally recognized, with accreditations from the National Association of Schools of Art and Design and the National Association of Schools of Music.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times' "Best for Vets: Colleges" and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates' salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 - including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas - UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university's strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

Working Title: Assistant Professor

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 09/01/2026

Review Start Date
10/06/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply applicants should go to (https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/32586) and submit the following materials:

Required Documents:

Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Contact information for 3 references
Links to a minimum of 3 conducting videos

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply early for the best consideration.

Questions may be addressed to Dr. Rick Bogard, bogard@uta.edu.

For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta.

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