Job Title: Interim Director of Bands

Department: Music

Reports to: Chair

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $28,000 - $32,000

OVERVIEW
Washington Adventist University (WAU) is a Christ-centered institution of higher education that supports a culture of excellence where all feel valued.  Nestled in a desirable residential community in Takoma Park, Maryland, WAU offers its faculty and staff an environment where professional expertise is valued and lasting connections between co-workers are formed as we work together to ensure the success of our students.  Regardless of title, every employee supports WAU’s vision of producing graduates who bring moral leadership and competence to their communities.

POSITION SUMMARY
Washington Adventist University seeks to hire an outstanding candidate to serve as Interim Director of Bands (50% position). This is a 1 year position with a start date of August 2025 through June 2026. Review of candidates will begin immediately.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct the Washington Concert Winds and subsets of the WCW in accordance with NASM standards for collegiate and/or university band. (Rehearsals are scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 – 6:30 pm)
• Administer the band program including managing student professionals, band faculty and staff, repertoire, design of rehearsals, performing schedule, equipment inventory, WCW budget, scholarship budget, tours and travel, facilities, development, and summer activities.
• Prepare and perform one major WCW concert per semester. Additionally, perform at extracurricular events at area churches and high schools, and university events such as convocation and graduation as requested.
• Actively recruit.
• Promote and maintain an environment of culture, respect, aesthetic appreciation, and spirituality.
• Teach academic courses within candidate’s area of specialization (i.e. Conducting I and II).

(Note:  Rank is assigned to the successful candidate based on education and experience.)

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in wind/brass/percussion from accredited institution
• Documented success of teaching at the collegiate level
• Effective interpersonal communication, advocacy, and collaboration skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience conducting wind ensemble
• Composition/arranging skills
• Effectiveness as a recruiter
• Experience working with faith-based institutions
• Extensive knowledge of wind ensemble repertoire that contributes to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion

BENEFITS:

• Competitive 403B plan Retirement Plan
• Tuition assistance for employees
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness programs
• Professional development classes

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Cover letter – Please include links to examples of candidate conducting band rehearsal and/or solo/chamber performances
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Names and contact information for at least 3 references

LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE NOTICES

Washington Adventist University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability in employment or in the provision of services. WAU complies with all applicable federal and state laws, including the Maryland Fair Employment Practices Act.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Washington Adventist University provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act and Maryland law. As a religiously affiliated institution, Washington Adventist University exercises its constitutional and statutory rights to give preference in employment to members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and reserves the right to claim exemption from certain provisions of Title IX and Title VII where they conflict with the university’s religious beliefs and values.