Assistant Professor Of Music - Director Of Choral Activities

Department Music Budget Title Assistant Professor Local Title Assistant Professor of Music - Director of Choral Activities Proposed Posting Date Classification Duties

The Department of Music at the State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz welcomes applications for a Director of Choral Activities. This is a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor. The Director of Choral Activities has oversight of Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, and the College-Community Chorale, as well as teaching courses in the newly proposed music education program. Additional duties are dependent upon the qualifications and interests of the applicant, the needs of the music program, and may involve administrative responsibilities related to large ensembles; choral music education; and student recruitment. The successful candidate is expected to: maintain a profile of appropriate research and creative activity; serve on departmental and university committees; do academic advising; establish and maintain active relationships with area choral directors; and work closely with applied music faculty to recruit students.

We seek candidates with the demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to a faculty team dedicated to creating a positive, dynamic, and inclusive learning environment for an increasingly diverse student population.

Qualifications

Required:

• Must hold DMA or equivalent doctoral-level degree in choral conducting, by fall of 2024
• Must have at least three years of teaching in higher education in either choral conducting or music education/choral concentration by fall of 2024

Preferred:

• Completion of at least five years of performance experience in both a

cappella and choral-orchestral repertoire

Special Instructions to Applicants

Electronic submissions required. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3628.

Candidates will be required to electronically submit:

• Letter of application specifically addressing the qualifications listed above and describing

their interest in the position

• CV

• Contact information for three professional references

• Statement of teaching philosophy

Please apply by visiting https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2289

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; priority given to those received by January 8th, 2024.

Other important information about this vacancy

This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country, see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public college that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.

SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members-students, faculty and staff. The College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.

The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.

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