Middle Tennessee State University
Director, School of Music, Tenure-Track Faculty
Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, Tennessee, us, 37132
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The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.Director, School of Music, Tenure-Track FacultyUniversity Expectation MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.The salary is commensurate with education and experience.Job Summary/Basic Function The College of Liberal Arts at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for Director of the School of Music (position #131005) at the rank of associate professor or professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2025.The School of Music seeks a dynamic and creative administrative leader with demonstrated communication, organization, and strategic planning abilities. The Director will be actively engaged in research or artistic practice and deeply committed to quality instruction and broader student success initiatives. Teaching responsibilities, while minimal, will be determined by the candidate’s academic background and skills. The Director will give administrative leadership to development, personnel management, NASM accreditation standards and processes, student recruitment, student success, and tangible efforts to promote diversity, broadly defined.The successful candidate will demonstrate the skills needed to manage daily operations while focusing on long-range plans to sustain the growth and excellence associated with MTSU’s School of Music. The Director will provide leadership for the School, coordinate budgets, facilitate planning and assessment, and advocate for the arts on campus and beyond. The MTSU School of Music serves approximately 250 undergraduate and graduate music majors in Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Arts, and Master of Music degrees as well as many students involved in specialized minors. For more information, visit www.mtsu.edu/music.Required Education A terminal degree in music or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.Other Desirables Applicants with prior administrative, recruitment, and fundraising experience will receive special consideration.Documents Needed to Apply To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of online application.NOTE:
A statement of leadership philosophy is also required and should be uploaded as " Other Document 1 ".MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://w1.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.Application Review Date:
11/11/2024
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The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.Director, School of Music, Tenure-Track FacultyUniversity Expectation MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.The salary is commensurate with education and experience.Job Summary/Basic Function The College of Liberal Arts at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for Director of the School of Music (position #131005) at the rank of associate professor or professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2025.The School of Music seeks a dynamic and creative administrative leader with demonstrated communication, organization, and strategic planning abilities. The Director will be actively engaged in research or artistic practice and deeply committed to quality instruction and broader student success initiatives. Teaching responsibilities, while minimal, will be determined by the candidate’s academic background and skills. The Director will give administrative leadership to development, personnel management, NASM accreditation standards and processes, student recruitment, student success, and tangible efforts to promote diversity, broadly defined.The successful candidate will demonstrate the skills needed to manage daily operations while focusing on long-range plans to sustain the growth and excellence associated with MTSU’s School of Music. The Director will provide leadership for the School, coordinate budgets, facilitate planning and assessment, and advocate for the arts on campus and beyond. The MTSU School of Music serves approximately 250 undergraduate and graduate music majors in Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Arts, and Master of Music degrees as well as many students involved in specialized minors. For more information, visit www.mtsu.edu/music.Required Education A terminal degree in music or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.Other Desirables Applicants with prior administrative, recruitment, and fundraising experience will receive special consideration.Documents Needed to Apply To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of online application.NOTE:
A statement of leadership philosophy is also required and should be uploaded as " Other Document 1 ".MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://w1.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.Application Review Date:
11/11/2024
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