Northwestern State University is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Associate Director of Bands and Assistant Professor. This is a 12-month position at the rank of Assistant Professor tenure-track position and is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. Review of applications begins immediately.To Apply:Review of applications will begin immediately. Deadline: December 1, 2026Please send the following materials via email in one PDF file: application letter, vita, transcripts (unofficial at this time), names and contact information for five references, links to a marching band and/or concert band rehearsal (and performance if possible), and other appropriate credentials to: Mr. Scott Burrell, Director The Dear School of Creative and Performing Arts Northwestern State University Natchitoches, LA 71497 Email: capa@nsula.edu Notice of Non-Discrimination (Full Disclosure) Northwestern State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Title IX Compliance and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union or email tix@nsula.edu. In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and noticed that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in Room 128 Caspari Hall or email andersonje@nsula.edu. For student academic services, contact the Director of Accessibility and Disability Support, Crissey Smith (318-357-5460) located in Room 111 Watson Memorial Library or email smithcr@nsula.edu. For faculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu. 1.Minimum degree-Masters required; doctorate preferred;2.Evidence of successful teaching experie??ce at high school and/or the college level with marching bands and concert bands. Duties and Responsibilities Teaching Direct all aspects of the Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band. Oversee faculty and student leadership of the Purple Haze Basketball Pep Band. Conduct the Fall Winds concert ensemble (fall semester) and the Wind Ensemble (spring semester). Teach courses based on the candidate’s qualifications and departmental needs, including undergraduate conducting and a student leadership and development course. Improving Teaching, Assessment, etc. Teach online, in-person, and hybrid courses. Demonstrate knowledge of program goals and objectives. Submit course outlines and objectives. Maintain class schedules. Provide course instruction in accordance with the developed syllabus. Advise/mentor students. Utilize a variety of proven teaching methods appropriate to targeted domains of learning. Evaluate students and report progress. Participate in periodic review of course materials. Scholarship Maintain appropriate expertise and competencies through continuing professional development and pursuit of scholarly activities. Participate in scholarly activities, including grant writing, research, scholarly publication, and presentations. Service: Band Program Administration/
