Teaching Faculty Director of Wind Symphony at Southern Adventist University

Location: School of MusicHours: Full-time salaryTo Begin: June 2026Job Summary: The School of Music at Southern Adventist University is seeking applicants for a faculty position as Director of the Wind Symphony. The successful applicant will be equipped to provide effective leadership of the Wind Symphony and Jazz Ensemble continuing the ensembles long-standing artistic excellence in performanceserving the campus community and denomination. This faculty member will be an integral part of a cohesive faculty team supporting and contributing to the mission goals and strategic objectives of the School of Music.Primary duties:Coordinate and oversee the Wind Symphony including conducting concerts interfacing with colleagues in collaborative programming touring and recruiting ensemble members. Provide oversight to the School of Musics Jazz Ensemble including conducting concerts recruiting ensemble members and imaging the School of Music and Southern Adventist University as and when available.Co-teach advanced instrumental conducting course.Oversee the development maintenance and repair of the School of Musics wind and percussion instrument collections.Coordinating and/or teaching coursework in music education.Additional duties to be chosen from:Other needed areas of strength including potential for administration.Teaching applied music per the candidates area of expertise.Qualifications:Masters degree in music with demonstrated experience and success in wind conducting required doctorate or equivalent professional experience preferred.Special Requirements:Must have a strongly expressed commitment to Jesus Christ the teachings and mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and an SDA church member in good and regular standing.TimelineReview of application materials will begin on January 12 2026 and continue until the position is filled.Required Experience:Director Key Skills Crisis Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Fundraising,Media Relations,Constant Contact,Strategic Planning,Social Media Management,Team Management,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1