Assistant Director of Bands

The University of South Carolina School of Music is accepting applications for Assistant Director of Bands. This 11-month position will start July 1, 2026.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate with the Director of Bands and Associate Director of Bands in a team environment with the administration, recruitment and continued development of a comprehensive University Band program. Serve as Associate Director of the Carolina Band (USC Marching Band); co-direct the basketball bands and coordinate the volleyball band; conduct the University Bands; teach conducting and music education methods courses; participate in faculty service activities and committee work; and contribute to the organization and operation of the USC Summer Band Clinics. Perform additional teaching responsibilities as determined by qualifications, preference, and institutional needs.

QUALIFICATIONS: An earned doctorate (or ABD) is preferred but candidates with a master`s degree and significant teaching and performance experience may be considered. Candidates should have a record of teaching and performance excellence in collegiate and secondary school band programs; significant experience and commitment to the design, creative, and instructional aspects of marching band, including drill writing and/or arranging; and a commitment to music education. The School of Music is committed to its 2030 Vision and core values, (https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/music/about/vision_page.php), and to these five themes: 1) pursuing Excellence; 2) devotion to Student Success; 3) focusing on producing Music Leaders; 4) emphasizing the preparation of the Musician-Educator; and 5) creating Diversely Skilled Musicians. The School encourages applications from candidates who have interests and abilities that align with these values.

APPLICATION: Apply at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/194070. Applicants will upload a letter of application, CV, contact information for three individuals submitting letters of recommendation, plus three additional references to be contacted. Applicants must upload a single document which includes video links to the following: 1) 20-30 minutes of conducting video which includes both rehearsal and performance and 2) two different marching band performances demonstrating the applicants arranging, drill writing, and/or instruction. The applicant should include an explanation of their contribution to the marching band performances (e.g., designed, arranged, wrote drill, instructed, etc.).

The search process will continue until the position is filled, but priority screening will begin on or shortly after November 15, 2025.

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, genetics, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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