Assistant Professor; Associate Director of Bands/Director of Athletic Bands

Indiana State University, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Terre Haute, INDIANA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Details


About the Institution
Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.
Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute’s historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the “Fighting Sycamores,” fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference.
Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together.
Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our employment application process.
Comments to Applicants
Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Review of applications will begin two weeks after the posting opens. For full consideration, submit application materials by November 1, 2025. 
Applicants should submit the following materials:
  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Teaching Philosophy
  • Links to performance and teaching videos (marching band and conducting)
  • Samples of drill and/or marching band arrangements are highly encouraged
  • Submission of at least three professional references
Job Title Assistant Professor; Associate Director of Bands/Director of Athletic Bands
Department School of Music
Work Schedule
August – May during regular business hours (8:00am-4:30pm) with evenings and weekends, as needed, for practices and games;
Preseason preparation also occurs over the summer months
Notice of Vacancy Number F25-00120
Desired Start Date 08/01/2026
Open Date 09/16/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Category Faculty - Tenure Track
Job Type Faculty - Full Time
Pay Grade 120 - Assistant Professor
Salary Range Commensurate with experience
Benefits Associated with this Position
  • Life Insurance: The coverage amount is based on two and one-half times appointment salary rounded up to the next whole thousand with a maximum coverage of $100,000 and includes the same amount of Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits. The University currently pays the entire cost of coverage.
  • Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Coverage: The cost of coverage is shared between employees and the University. Rates are determined by participation in Wellness Program and use of tobacco products. Coverage is available on the first of the month following appointment date.
  • TIAA Retirement Contributions: Contributions begin based upon the first day of employment at a contribution rate of ten (10) percent of base appointment salary paid in full by ISU. The contributions are vested immediately. There are 40 investment options from which to choose.
  • TIAA Auto Enroll: New employees are automatically enrolled in a tax deferred retirement program at hire: three (3) percent is deducted before taxes for the program to facilitate retirement planning. Employees may opt out of the program within 90 days.
  • Long Term Disability Coverage: Employees are eligible after three (3) years of continuous, regular employment with the University. This policy guarantees approved disabled employees a 66 2/3 percent income protection (from all sources) after 180 days of continuous total disability. Immediate participation is available for current members of a comparable group disability insurance program within 90 days prior to ISU employment and that would have provided income protection upon disability for at least five years.
  • Fee Waiver Program: For the employee, spouse and dependent children: Staff may enroll in up to 18 hours of course work each academic year at a reduced rate. Spouses may enroll in 15 semester hours each academic year with 80% of qualified tuition waived. Dependent children of regular full-time staff who are full-time degree seeking undergraduate students at ISU may receive a fee waiver of 80% of qualified tuition for up to a total of ten (10) semesters. Consult your department for any limitations or restrictions.
  • Sick Leave: Accrues at a rate of 12 days per academic year with unlimited accumulation.
  • Pay Options: Faculty on academic year appointments have the option of receiving their salary paid in 10 payments (September 1 through June 1) or 12 payments (September 1 through August 1) each year.


Optional Benefits
  • Voluntary Life Insurance: Additional amounts of life insurance may be purchased on employee, spouse and dependent children.
  • Voluntary Vision Plan: May enroll within the first 31 days of employment date.
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Associate Director of Bands/Director of Athletic Bands will serve as Director of the Marching Sycamores and Basketball Pep Band, teach Marching Band Procedures, and perform other duties as assigned. Additionally, the Associate Director of Bands/Director of Athletic Bands will assist in leading the band program through successful recruitment, teaching, administration, and leadership.
Specific Responsibilities
The successful candidate will play an active and visible role in the artistic and educational life of the Indiana State University School of Music. Responsibilities include:
  • Working directly with the Director of Bands, ISU Athletics, School of Music faculty members and staff, and other stakeholders at Indiana State University.
  • Additional assignments may include Marching Band Procedures, music education courses, student teaching supervision, theory or history classes, or applied teaching, as applicable to the candidate abilities and interests. Administrative duties will include managing recruitment events like Sycamore Marching Band Day, Music Career Day, and the All-Star Honor Band.
  • The Associate Director of Bands must establish and maintain successful relationships with public school band directors throughout the region.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Relevant Education & Experience
Doctorate degree in music education, conducting, or a related music field required. ABD candidates will be considered, but the doctorate must be completed by the start date
Required Field(s) of Study
Preferred Relevant Education and Experience
Secondary area of expertise is open and should complement the needs of the School of Music. Additional qualifications include
  • Demonstrated success in teaching marching bands and/or collegiate athletic bands
  • Public school teaching experience preferred
  • Strong performance credentials and commitment to student success
  • Experience working with first generation college students
Supervisory Responsibilities Has authority or responsibility for the supervision of student workers or graduate assistants only.
Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Qualifications & Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The information on this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
NCAA Guidelines

All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.
No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual’s involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.

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