Title: Director Choral Activities (Assistant Professor)
Application Review Date:December 15 2025
Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus
Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.
Job Description The Department of Music at Radford University (VA) seeks dynamic applicants for the position of Director of Choral Activities at the rank of Assistant Professor. This highly qualified individual will direct and maintain outstanding choral ensembles teach and oversee the choral music education track teach and oversee sections of ear training and perform other duties as needed by the department. Work effectively with both vocal studio and music education faculty. Provide academic advising to students in the choral music education program. A continuing record of appropriate professional and relevant service activities along with active recruitment of prospective students is expected for tenure and advancement. |
Required Qualifications Collegiate choral conducting experience and significant demonstrated success as an experienced educator in the public school environment. Proven success and leadership through organizational motivational and interpersonal skills with an ability to relate well to a diverse group of students and faculty at the University and high school levels is essential. A commitment to outreach and student recruitment and versatility to help meet needs within the department based on applicants strengths is an expectation. A terminal degree in a related field of study. |
Preferred Qualifications: A doctorate in choral conducting or music education is preferred. |
Special Instructions to Applicants Please submit video and audio recordings as links with the application materials. |
Is this position Grant Funded:No
Is this position restricted:No
Is this position eligible for telework:No
Months per Year:9
Statement of Economic Interest Required:No
FLSA Status:Exempt
Work Classification:Teaching & Research Faculty
Normal Work Schedule:
Employee Classification: Assistant Professor
Department: Music Dept of
Salary:Commensurate with experience.
Department Contact Name: Ronald Wayne Gallops
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Equal Opportunity Statement:
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race color sex sexual orientation disability age veteran status national origin religion or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs activities admission or employment practices. |
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Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Criminal Background Check Statement
Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees students volunteers and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.
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