Assistant Director of Bands- Percussion Emphasis

The music instructor is a full‐time, 10-month salaried position responsible for a variety of educational instruction in the field of instrumental music. These responsibilities involve the development and implementation of the syllabus, the achievement of student learning outcomes, the evaluation of student performance, record-keeping, and related activities.  Related activities include, but are not limited to, advising, serving on various committees, coordinating with area K-12 schools and other colleges and universities, participate in recruiting and retention efforts, and participating in professional activities and organizations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Assist with athletic bands, conduct concert band, teach applied percussion, direct instrumental chamber ensembles as needed. Instruct music appreciation courses as needed. Responsible for band instrument and equipment inventory, including distribution and maintenance. Recruiting prospective music majors as well as non-majors to perform in student ensembles. Prepare, administer, and grade periodic tests, assignments and/or program assessment data. Maintain record of student attendance as required by the Mississippi Community College Board. Answers directly to the District Director of Fine Arts Instruction on all matters except those that are band and recruiting related wherein the Director of Bands has a supervisory role

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s degree in music
• Teaching experience in k-12 schools (instrumental music)
• Professional performance experience as percussionist 
• Experience with designing and installing marching band field show sound systems
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with students

PREFERRED:

• Terminal degree in music
• Teaching experience in higher education (instrumental music)
• Experience with classroom technology
• Experience with outcome and program assessment
• Ability to use Microsoft office, Office 365, Canvas, and Outlook

OTHER RELEVANT KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge and support of college policies and procedures
• Must have the ability and vocabulary required to communicate with all levels of staff, faculty, students, and the public in the performance of the job

APPILICATION:  

Prospective candidates must apply through the NWCC application portal and upload the following files. Applications with missing materials will not be considered for the position. 

• Cover Letter
• CV
• List of three to five professional references
• File with links to videos (three to five) of the candidate in performance (including at least one of each of the following: conducting concert ensembles, performing as a soloist on their major instrument, and performance videos of marching band sound systems the candidate designed and supervised)

Northwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that “Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students’ lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services.” 

Accreditation

Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 

Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3309, e-mail address mkelsay@northwestms.edu; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3216, e-mail address jhorton@northwestms.edu; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3409, e-mail address trush@northwestms.edu or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 560-5216, email estanford@northwestms.edu. 

Safety Statement

The safety and security of students, faculty, and staff is very important to Northwest Mississippi Community College. A copy of the Annual Security Report, published annually by the Campus Police Department, details Northwest policies and procedures regarding campus safety. A copy of the report, which contains the annual crime statistics report, is available online in the current Northwest Bulletin (www.northwestms.edu/bulletin) or on the Northwest website (www.northwestms.edu) and in printed form upon request from the Campus Police Office at (662) 562-3314.

Background Check Statement

Northwest Mississippi Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. NWCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.