Defiance College is seeking an energetic and creative music professional to serve as an Instructor of Music and the Director of Music Programs. Reporting to the Executive Vice President and Dean of Academic Affairs, this is a half-time faculty position with administrative staff duties. The Instructor will teach six credits each term of courses and lead the DC College Choir, including two performances each year. Additionally, as the Director s/he will have direct responsibility for recruiting students to Defiance College to join the choir or ensembles, and managing the sheet music inventory. Defiance College currently serves just over 500 students and is anxious to grow the vocal music program and music minor.
This is a full-time, 11-month appointment (August 1 to June 30) which requires attendance/ participation for summer orientation. The successful candidate must have a Master’s degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have experience with choral programs and in arts administration. The individual must be capable of leading, rehearsing, and conducting individuals and musical ensembles for public performances, and be able to travel on recruiting trips regularly. The position requires some evenings and weekend work.
ABOUT DEFIANCE COLLEGE
Defiance College, chartered in 1850, is an independent, coeducational, liberal arts institution affiliated with the United Church of Christ. The campus is located on 150 acres in a residential area in the city of Defiance in Northwest Ohio (population 17,000), one hour from Toledo, OH, and Fort Wayne, IN; and just a few hours from Detroit, Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Chicago. Defiance College provides fulfilling and remarkable learning encounters connecting the classroom to the real world, emphasizes learning based on the four pillars of our educational philosophy: to know, to understand, to lead, and to serve. Students learn to lead and serve in a democracy; learn to understand, appreciate, and have the skills to interact with other cultures; and learn to not only receive knowledge but to make their own knowledge by engaging in interactive experiences. Defiance College has received national recognition for its educational experience of service and engagement, enhanced by an award-winning and unique career readiness program called Jacket Journey to help students learn career skills in and out of the classroom.
To apply, send a letter of application, resume, and contact information of four professional references electronically to employment@defiance.edu. Additional information about Defiance College is available at www.defiance.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.