Job Description

Assistant Director of Bands

Agency

East Texas A&M University

Department

Music

Commensurate

Commerce, Texas

Staff

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Please provide the following documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer).
  If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

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In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

The School of Music at East Texas A&M is seeking to hire a full-time Assistant Director of Bands. This is a twelve-month appointment that will serve in a staff member position. The School of Music at East Texas A&M serves approximately 250 music majors in the instrumental, vocal, and keyboard divisions. The University is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music to offer baccalaureate and master's degrees in music education and performance, and a Bachelor of Arts in Music. The School of Music offers graduate assistantships and substantial undergraduate scholarships for vocal, instrumental, and keyboard students. The School of Music resides in a $30 million music building completed in 2010 containing state-of-the-art recital and concert halls, studios, rehearsal halls, and teaching areas.

The band program includes three concert bands, two jazz ensembles, and Marching and Basketball Bands. The Marching Band performs at all home games as well as exhibitions at marching contests such as the Texas State UIL Marching Band Contest and Bands of America Regionals and Grand Nationals Marching Festival. The Wind Ensemble has performed at both regional and national College Band Directors National Association Conferences as well as the Texas Music Educators Association Clinic/Convention, most recently in 2018. The Wind Ensemble is also actively involved in commissioning and premiering new works from the nation’s leading composers.

As a proud member of the third-largest institution in The Texas A&M University System, ETAMU fosters a strong professional environment that supports career growth and academic excellence. ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Associate Director of Bands with the Pride Marching Band
• Conduct the Concert Band
• Teach Undergraduate Conducting
• Teach Additional Courses and Ensembles based upon the candidate’s area of expertise
• Assist with the Summer Camp Program
• Assist the Director of Bands with administration and coordination of auditions and events of the overall band program
• Assist the Instrumental Division and School of Music with recruiting events, scholarships, and new-student communication
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Master’s degree in Music or related master’s degree with 18-hours in field/subject area
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: 1 year of related work experience as an Assistant, Associate, or Director of Bands, or as a Student Worker or Leader in college. Part time work, student employment, graduate assistantships and internships are acceptable and count as half time.
• Ability to: Multi-task and work well as part of a team. Ability to communicate effectively in classroom, rehearsal, and performance settings.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: N/A
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand or move for extended periods; and perform repetitive motions associated with conducting, instruction, and administrative tasks. Ability to assist with the setup, transport, and movement of musical equipment and materials.
• Other Requirements: Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel as needed for performances, camps, recruiting activities, and university events. Ability to maintain a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s Degree in Conducting or Music Education
• 5 years of related work experience as a Director of Bands or Associate/Assistant Director of Bands
• Public School experience
• Experience with Social Media, promotion, publicity

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

Student Workers

WHY WORK AT EAST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY?

Competitive Benefits & Work-Life Balance:

• Employee tuition assistance for master’s and doctoral programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• ETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums.
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays, plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with optional additional retirement plans (ORP).
• Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employees.

Career Growth & Development:

• Access to cutting-edge research opportunities at a designated R2 Research Institution

Academic Excellence:

• ETAMU is ranked among the top 30% in five online degree programs and offers national recognized academic programs.
• Over 140 degree programs, including nationally ranked online and graduate options.
• First accredited institution to offer a competency-based bachelor’s degree in criminal justice
• Distance education offerings in Corsicana, Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, Mesquite, Bryan, and online.

State-of-the-Art Facilities:

• Work in advanced facilities such as the 113,470-square-foot Nursing and Health Sciences Building, featuring a state-of-the-art simulation hospital and a 1,300-acre agricultural research farm

Vibrant Campus Life:

• Engage with over 95 student organizations and 14 NCAA Division I athletic teams, contributing to a thriving campus community.

Prime Location & Growth:

• Enjoy the benefits of working in rapidly growing regions, with abundant career opportunities at six locations across Dallas and Northeast Texas.

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All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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