Assistant Professor of Music Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide: + Curriculum Vitae + Unofficial Transcripts + Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter) + Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience and professional preparation (references) + Teaching statement not to exceed two pages + Links to videos of you in rehearsal (10 minutes) and in performance (10 minutes) Inquiries should be addressed to: Cera Babb Assistant Professor and Search Chair cera.babb@uwrf.edu Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before March 14, 2025. Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf. Posting Details Position Information UW - System Position Title Assistant Professor of Music Business Title Assistant Professor Major Department Code Music & Stage & Screen Arts (J066800) Appointment Type Faculty FLSA Status Exempt FTE (Percentage of Appointment) 100 Typical Working Schedule Typically M – F, 8:00 – 5:00 depending on teaching schedule Hybrid or On Campus On Campus Position Summary The Music and Stage and Screen Arts Department at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls is seeking an energetic and dynamic, instrumental music and music education professional to join the faculty for a nine-month, tenure-track position in Instrumental Music and Music Education at the Assistant Professor level to begin August 2025. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in conducting and coordinating concert bands and have experience in student recruitment. Additionally, the successful candidate will have experience teaching and administering instrumental ensembles as well as courses in instrumental music and music education; the knowledge, skills, and dispositional traits needed to teach and inspire future music educators; an extensive knowledge of instrumental repertoire; a desire to expand and diversify the profession of music education through course offerings, curriculum, repertoire, and recruitment (e.g., teachers, students, and teaching candidates) within PK-12 and collegiate settings; and the ability to establish successful partnerships with regional music teachers and music professionals. The standard teaching load is a 12.0 credit full-time load per semester. Responsibilities Teaching responsibilities will include conducting and administering the University of Wisconsin-River Falls Symphony Band along with other courses, based on interest and departmental needs. Teaching responsibilities may include music education methods courses, music literature courses, conducting courses, teaching and administering orchestral ensembles, and additional courses contributing to the mission of the department, college, and university. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to continue professional development and provide service to the department, college, and university. Knowledge Skills and Abilities The successful candidate must have: + Earned a terminal degree (e.g., D.M.A., Ph.D., E.D.) in Instrumental Conducting or Music Education – ABD candidates may be considered, but must complete their terminal degree by July 15, 2025 + Experience teaching secondary (middle/high school) band ensembles – commensurate experience may be considered + Experience teaching, conducting, and administering undergraduate band ensembles + Knowledge, skills, and dispositional traits needed to teach and inspire future music educators + Extensive knowledge of instrumental repertoire + Commitment to recruit for the music program + Dedication to expanding and diversifying the profession of music education through course offerings, curriculum, and repertoire + Ability to establish successful partnerships with regional music teachers and music professionals In addition, the following qualifications/experiences are preferred: + Earned a certified teaching license in instrumental music education + Experience teaching courses in instrumental music, music education, and music literature + Experience teaching, conducting, and administering undergraduate orchestra ensembles + Experience with technologies utilized in music, especially related to production (e.g., sound and lighting) Posting Detail Information Posting Number AAF01022 Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/18/2025 Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 01/31/2025 Closing Date Applicant Review Date 03/14/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide: + Curriculum Vitae + Unofficial Transcripts + Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter) + Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience and professional preparation (references) + Teaching statement not to exceed two pages + Links to videos of you in rehearsal (10 minutes) and in performance (10 minutes) Inquiries should be addressed to: Cera Babb Assistant Professor and Search Chair cera.babb@uwrf.edu Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before March 14, 2025. Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf. Legal Notices EEO/AA Statement UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran or military status. All persons, especially women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). Title IX Notice As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at https://www.uwrf.edu/Police/Annual-Security-Report.cfm or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy. Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy Employment will require a criminal background check. Final candidates will be required to provide three professional references with at least one being a prior supervisor. Misconduct checks will be completed and a personnel file review for any University of Wisconsin or State employee within the past seven years prior to hire per UW System Administrative Policy 1275. Other Notices Supplemental Questions