Music Technology Instructor Pro-Rata (Internal Only)

(Current Shoreline Community College Applicants ONLY)

Date of Consideration: 05/14/2024

Salary:  $43,052 - $61,724  /academic year, dependent upon education and experience

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Music Technology instructors in the Humanities Division are responsible for teaching students in professional technical programs. Department faculty work collaboratively to develop curriculum integrating the study of music and music technology. The successful candidate may be responsible for teaching a variety of courses in multi-track recording, mixing, mastering, and recording studio techniques.

In addition to teaching, this position involves approximately 4.5 hours/week of non-instructional duties, with a focus on supporting the Faculty Program Coordinator. Such duties may include student advising, proving input on the construction and technical requirements for new recording facilities, planning the packaging and transportation of current studio equipment to new building, assisting with implementation of a newly revised curriculum in the program, and other duties as assigned. Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in audio engineering, music, or a related field

• Five (5) years music technology industry experience, including industry recognition

• Experience teaching and developing course curriculum in the area of analog recording and mixing on a large format audio console, studio best practices and beginning to advanced operation of ProTools

Knowledge Of:

• Current applicable developments, research, and trends

• Recording and mixing audio in a professional studio environment

• Basic Microsoft Office applications

Skills & Abilities:

• Imparting excitement and enthusiasm into the instruction of Music Technology

• Proficiency with ProTools in a large-format recording console environment

• Experience with or willingness to gain experience with teaching and developing coursework online

• Leveraging industry partnerships, evidenced by professional networks and membership in industry organizations

• Preparing students for evolving labor market needs, including the region's music production, interactive media and gaming industries. Sound design experience which can supporting 3D and VR audio production and multimedia codecs, optimization for internet streaming

• Contributing to equity and inclusion by fostering a climate of multicultural humility and responsiveness

• Effective oral/written communication with individuals at all levels inside and outside the College

• Adapting to a variety of teaching situations with students from diverse backgrounds/abilities

• Developing/modifying curriculum both collaboratively and independently

• Working and interacting effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators, and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds

Physical Work Environment:

The College is currently in mixed (both in-person and online instruction) operations, with the option for some assignments to completed in a fully online environment based on program or area needs. For remote (online) instruction, faculty will need to provide their own workspace and internet access, noting the College will provide technical equipment and support for online work needs. For on-campus in-person instruction, work is usually performed in a classroom/office space that requires standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time. Faculty typically use computers and media equipment in the work environment.

Term Of Employment/Salary:

• Pro-Rata 80% of full-time load, non-tenure track academic position 
• 172-day annual contract beginning September 19, 2024
• Salary placement determined by the number of qualifying years of teaching/work experience combined with the level of the related degree attained at an accredited institution

Other Conditions:

Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit: https://www.shoreline.edu/about-shoreline/non-discrimination.aspx.

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@shoreline.edu.

• This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the American Federation of Teachers Local #1950.

• In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon offer of employment.

• This position is overtime-exempt.

To be considered for this position, please submit the following:  

• NEOGOV online profile & application

• Cover letter describing relevant knowledge, skills, and characteristics that align with the needs of the position

• Current resume

• Official Transcripts Required Upon Hire

Please note: Once application has been submitted, you will not be able to modify the application or attachments.

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