Job Title:Assistant Professor of Music
Full or Part Time:Full time
Hours:40
Exempt:Yes
Supervisory Org:Music (PM)
Job Description:Assistant Professor of Music (Director of Bands)-Tenure track
JOB SUMMARY:The Department of Music at Saginaw Valley State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Music (Director of Bands), starting July 1, 2026. The Director of Bands will assume artistic leadership of the entire band program, consisting of the Cardinal Marching Band, Athletic Pep Band, Wind Ensemble, and Concert Band. In addition, the successful candidate will teach courses in either Music Theory, Music History, or Music Education, based on the candidate's interest and background. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence, an ability to engage a broad spectrum of students, and a willingness to lead in departmental and University service, including recruitment and retention initiatives and mentoring students. Candidates should have a research/creative activity record/agenda aligned with undergraduate education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:- DMA or PhD in Music; ABD will be considered if the doctorate is completed by July 1, 2026.
- Evidence of successful leadership of a college-level band program
- Evidence of collegiate-level teaching in either Music Theory, Music History, or Music Education
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and have the ability to learn new software quickly.
- Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community.
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- K-12 teaching experience
- Experience in recruiting and retention initiatives
WORKING CONDITIONS:- Duties are generally performed inside and not exposed to adverse conditions.
- All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan.
The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify
the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.REQUIRED DOCUMENTS AND MATERIALS:Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Links to rehearsal and performance videos
Samples of Classroom Teaching (videos, syllabi, evaluations, etc.)
The position is open until filled.
About SVSU:Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. For eight consecutive years, SVSU has been recognized as a "Great College to Work For" (2016-2023).
SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.
SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students' performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels.
More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2023). SVSU fields 19 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website
, http://www.svsu.edu.
