Confidential is hiring: Chair, School of Music in Nacogdoches

Chair, School of Music

About the Company

Well-established public university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1923

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Education
• Higher Education
• Universities

Specialties

• education and research

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chair/Director for its School of Music. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing visionary leadership, maintaining academic standards, and ensuring the quality and relevance of academic programs. This role involves serving as the principal advocate for the academic unit, managing fiscal and physical resources, and establishing effective personnel management procedures. The Chair/Director will also be tasked with developing and managing course schedules, assigning faculty workload, and promoting the academic unit externally. Applicants must have a terminal degree in a relevant field, a strong record of research and scholarly achievements, and the ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with various stakeholders. The position requires the ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively, and exercise sound judgment in decision-making. Experience in academic administration is preferred, and the candidate should be prepared to oversee all aspects of the academic unit, including faculty and staff supervision, student recruitment, and fundraising. The role is pivotal in the success of the institution, and the Chair/Director will be expected to work within the constraints of the budget and ensure the unit's compliance with accreditation standards.

Hiring Manager Title
Dean

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration