• Interim Assistant Director of Bands

    University of Colorado (Boulder, CO)


    Interim Assistant Director of Bands

    **Requisition Number:** 64635

    **Location:** Boulder Colorado

    **Employment Type:** Faculty

    **Schedule:** Full Time

    **Posting Close Date:** 30-May-2025

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    Job Summary

    The College of Music at the University of Colorado Boulder is hiring an Interim Assistant Director of Bands. This is a full-time, Assistant Teaching Professor position with a faculty director appointment. The initial contract will commence August 14, 2025, and end May 3, 2026, with the possibility of a renewal or extension as needed.

     

    CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

     

    Who We Are

     

    The College of Music, founded in 1920, is recognized as one of the top comprehensive music schools in the country. The College of Music offers seven degree programs in over 28 fields of study, at the bachelor's level through the doctorate. Our dedicated and encouraging community of 550 degree-seeking students, 70 full-time faculty, 30 part-time faculty, and 30 professional, technical and administrative staff produces over 350 performances and numerous guest lectures, master-classes, and outreach events each year. The CU Boulder band program provides various performance opportunities for students, whatever their level or major field of study. Ensembles include the Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Campus Band, Golden Buffalo Marching Band, and the Buff Basketball Band.

     

    What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

     

    The Interim Assistant Director of Bands serves as the assistant director of the Golden Buffalo Marching Band and directs the pep bands for basketball/volleyball. In addition, the Interim Assistant Director of Bands teaches marching band techniques, conducts Concert Band, and provides student teacher supervision.

     

    What We Can Offer

     

    The interim role will come with a base assistant teaching professor salary of $55,000 and an additional 20% faculty director stipend. Onboarding assistance is available per department guidelines.

     

    Benefits

     

    The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .

     

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    Be inspired. Be talented. Be Boulder.

     

    What We Require

     

    Applicant must have a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Music Education and/or Conducting, and a DMA in Wind Conducting. At least one year prior experience serving as a Graduate Teaching Assistant with responsibilities that included conducting for concert and athletic bands.

     

    Special Instructions

    To apply, please submit the following materials:

    1. Curriculum vitae.

    2. During the application process you will need to upload one (1) letter of recommendation, non-confidential.

     

    All files must be converted to PDF format.

     

    Please apply by **May 30, 2025** for consideration.

     

    **Note** : Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs (http://www.colorado.edu/jobs) .

     

    In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

     

    To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Interim-Assistant-Director-of-Bands/64635 (https://apptrkr.com/6259489)

     

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    The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.