Director of Instrumental Music

Fremont, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Midland University a private liberal arts university in Fremont Nebraska is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Director of Instrumental Music to lead its Instrumental Music program.

About the Program
Midland University is committed to offering students a rich academic and co-curricular experience. The Director of Instrumental Music plays a vital role in this mission by ensuring that students of all majors can pursue their passion for music while preparing for their future careers.
Instrumental Music at Midland is part of a vibrant highly collaborative performing arts community that also includes choir technical arts and theatre. Students involved in instrumental music come from a wide range of academic majors-including Arts Management Education and many others-bringing diverse perspectives and passions to the rehearsal space. Instrumental Music at Midland provides a creative and welcoming outlet where students from across campus can perform design and contribute to high-quality productions.

Position Overview
The Director of Instrumental Music provides leadership strategy and instruction for the instrumental music program which includes the recruitment of incoming students creation of meaningful instrumental experiences retention of current students by providing a variety of curricular and co-curricular instrumental offerings and fostering an environment in which they can grow. The Director may also teach courses in music or related areas depending on expertise and departmental needs.

Key Responsibilities
Recruitment: Actively recruit prospective students to participate in Midlands instrumental music program with particular emphasis on building relationships with high schools community programs and prospective students interested in combining music with a variety of academic paths.
Program Leadership: Conduct the band throughout the year ensuring meaningful and professional-quality experiences for students and audiences.
Student Engagement: Inspire mentor and support students of all majors as they explore and develop their artistic and academic potential.
Collaboration: Partner with colleagues in performing arts and other academic areas to create interdisciplinary opportunities in the arts.
Instruction: Teach courses in music or related areas as appropriate.
Administration: Manage program operations including scheduling budgeting and facilities.

Qualifications
Masters degree in relevant field required
Experience teaching and directing a successful instrumental music program
Experience performing duties related to recruitment or a similar function
Commitment to fostering an inclusive atmosphere for staff and students
Exhibit drive and tenacity around achieving goals continuous improvement and problem-solving
Possess a passion for working with/mentoring young adults and cultivating talent
Strong background in student recruitment and engagement.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
A passion for working with students in a collaborative creative environment.

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Midland University a private liberal arts university in Fremont Nebraska is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Director of Instrumental Music to lead its Instrumental Music program.About the ProgramMidland University is committed to offering students a rich academic and co-curricular experience. Th...

Midland University a private liberal arts university in Fremont Nebraska is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Director of Instrumental Music to lead its Instrumental Music program.