Associate Professor​/Professor and Director of Bands and Director of Wind Symphony

Job Overview

Job No: 537458
Work Type:
Full Time

Location:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories:
Education/Training/Instructional Design
Department:  - COTA-MUSIC-DIRECTOR

The University of Florida School of Music seeks a highly qualified individual for the role of Director of Bands and Director of the Wind Symphony at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. The appointment is a nine‑month position with summer stipends. The initial total compensation is expected to be approximately $120,000. Candidates should possess a deep understanding of wind band traditions, a commitment to creative programming, and awareness of contemporary developments in the field.

• Program, rehearse, and conduct a fall and spring‑semester series of wind symphony concerts.
• Oversee all operations of the band area, including budget development, staff appointments, and coordination of personnel.
• Represent the Band Area within the College of the Arts, the University of Florida, and alumni relations.
• Teach courses in wind conducting and related subjects.
• Recruit talented graduate and undergraduate students and engage in committee service as appropriate.
• Integrate the program into the cultural life of the University and the Gainesville community.

• Serve as Musical Director and Conductor of the Wind Symphony.
• Oversee Doctor of Musical Arts and Master of Music degrees in wind band conducting.
• Teach graduate conducting and wind literature courses for conducting majors.
• Maintain an active national and international creative research profile consistent with expectations of tenure and promotion.
• Participate in shared governance through service to the School, College, and University.

• Provide musical and administrative vision to a comprehensive university bands program.
• Oversee budget, scholarship allocation, staff appointment, and personnel management for multiple concert and athletic bands.
• Represent the Band Area to external stakeholders and alumni.

• Terminal degree in Music with a distinguished record of professional and academic achievement.
• Distinguished record of achievement at a national or international level.
• Evidence of skill in designing and facilitating academic work that promotes curiosity, respect, and inclusive discourse.
• Well versed in wind band traditions, creative programming, and current trends.
• Commitment to the advancement of new music, including commissions and world premieres.

• Teaching experience of 5–10 years at the assistant professor rank or higher at the university level.
• Record of effective mentoring and recruitment of MM and DMA graduate student conductors.
• Strong organizational, management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated success in negotiation and collaboration toward creative and administrative goals.
• Outstanding musicianship, technical conducting skills, and student‑focused rehearsal practices.

Applications are accepted via the University of Florida online application system. Required materials include:
1. A detailed letter of application explaining how the candidate matches the qualifications and will contribute to the transformative community.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Links to 20–30 minutes of conducting footage (rehearsal and performance).
4. Contact information for three professional references.
The deadline for complete applications is November 17, 2025. Applications received thereafter may be considered at the discretion of the committee.

Kenneth Broadway
Chair, Director of Bands/Wind Symphony Director position
kbroadway.edu

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S., and Florida’s Sunshine Law applies. For disability accommodations, contact 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD).