Director of Athletic Bands

Missouri Western State University seeks highly qualified candidates to serve as the Director of Athletic Bands. This is a full-time, 12-month position reporting to the Director of Athletics or his/her designee.

The Director of Athletic Bands is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Athletic Band program, including but not limited to, recruiting, scheduling, drill and music selection, rehearsal, performances, monitoring academic progress, managing student staff, and fundraising for the Golden Griffon marching band and pep bands. The Director will build on Missouri Western State University’s successful recruitment strategies to attract and retain athletic band students through outreach, creative programming, establishing and maintaining traditions, and excellence in teaching.

The successful candidate will work with the Director of Athletics and the Assistant Director of Athletics for Home Events to advance the athletic band programs, and to strengthen relationships with alumni and professional associations. The Director of Athletic Bands is required to abide by rules and regulations established by Missouri Western State University, the MIAA, and the NCAA.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Music Education or Instrumental Conducting required.

• Experience in Marching Band leadership to include, but not limited to, recruiting/retention, development and fundraising.

• A valid driver’s license.

• 1st Aid/CPR/AED training required.

• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

• Regular nighttime and weekend work will be required.

• Some travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate (DMA, PhD, EdD) in Music Education / Instrumental Conducting preferred.

• Drill writing experience preferred.

• Experience composing and/or arranging music for athletic bands preferred.

• Experience in show design preferred.

• Experience, training, and/or certification in working with students with exceptional abilities preferred.