Job Summary:
The Music Department is responsible for the effective development and delivery of the department’s curriculumand advising of department majors. The department focuses on quality teaching and student-centered learning. The candidate must possess theability to recruit talented major and non-major students to the music program and develop relationships with music educators throughout theregion.
Essential Functions:
- Support the mission, vision, and values of Bethel College
- Direct ChamberOrchestra and Jazz Ensemble
- Instruction in other areas, such as applied lessons or GE courses, if that is the candidate’s strengthand interest
- Additional Non-teaching duties will include recruiting, advising, participation in faculty governance, andsupervising and mentoring students in the college’s Employment Experiences program who
- are fulfilling the requirements of thisprogram within their departments, primarily through exceptional
- and sustained opportunities for student participation in research.
- Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to learn and adapt to changing work processes.
- Satisfy the duties of a CampusSecurity Authority (CSA) relating to Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (“Clery Act”) andsatisfy the duties of an Official with Authority (OWA) and Mandated Reporter relating to Title IX and the Bethel College Equal Opportunity, Harassment, & Non-Discrimination Policy and Procedures
- Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully complete the responsibilities of the position
- Comply with BethelCollege policies and procedures
Education & Experience:
- MM or MMEd required
- DMA or Ph.D. in musicpreferred
- Demonstrated experience leading instrumental ensembles (orchestra and/or jazz preferred)
- Qualifications toteach music education courses
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those thatmust be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the position require:
- Minimallifting (up to 25 lbs.) and reaching.
- Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as telephone, calculator,copy machine, and printer for extended periods of time.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one classroom or buildinglocation to another.
- Ascending and descending stairs.
- Ability to perform tasks both sitting and standing for extendedperiods of time.
- Ability to function well in a standard office setting
- Medium/indoor work environment
Work Environment/Environmental Condition:
All the essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. All jobrequirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Thisjob description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be requiredto perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description isnot all-inclusive and may change at the option of the (supervisor or department head). Any major change will result in the position beingreviewed for reclassification.
