Director, Husky Sports Band, State Univ Adjunct Unit

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Working Title:

Director, Husky Sports Band, State Univ Adjunct Unit

Institution:

St. Cloud State UniversityState Univ Adjunct Unit

Bargaining Unit / Union:

209: Inter Faculty Organization

City:

St. Cloud

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Part time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

$0.00 - $0.00

Job Description

St. Cloud State University is seeking applications for Director of Husky Sports Band.

The Department of the Arts is seeking an adjunct instructor to lead the Husky Sports Band (HSB) and serve as its Director. In this role, the qualified person will plan, organize, inspire, and conduct the HSB for various SCSU athletic events throughout the fall and spring semesters each academic year, as well as fulfill administrative needs for the ensemble and its activities.

Compensation is per credit, the current credit rate is a minimum of $1844 per credit.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in music or music education

• Basic conducting skills

• Experience directing large ensembles including athletic bands

• 3 years of teaching high school or at the college-level

• Knowledge or willingness to work with Athletics

• Strong leadership and organizational skills

• Evidence of the ability to teach and work with persons from diverse backgrounds

Preferred Qualification 

• DA, DMA or PhD

• Previous College/University teaching experience

Other Requirements

The position requires coordination with the Athletic Department, managing and maintaining instrument inventory, and the supervision and mentorship of student leadership in HSB. The qualified person will also be responsible for recruitment and retention of students in HSB and maintain the positive reputation of HSB at SCSU.

Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Unofficial Transcripts

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Varies

About

The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community. 

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: https://www.ifo.org/

St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Interim Title IX Coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Judith Siminoe. For additional information, contact the Office for Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121 

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

08-17-2026

Position End Date:

05-11-2027

Open Date:

03-23-2026

Close Date:

04-22-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Renee Denise Bertram

Posting Contact Email:

rdbertram@stcloudstate.edu