COLLEGE: Arts & Letters

DEPARTMENT: School of Music

POSITION TITLE:Assistant Professor of Music (Latin American Music)

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

The Sacramento State School of Music prepares students to excel as artists educators and engaged citizens through individualized instruction collaborative ensemble experiences and a comprehensive curriculum in music and the liberal arts. We cultivate a welcoming and inclusive community that values diverse perspectives and brings them to life through performances events and meaningful engagement with our region. Our faculty are accomplished artists and teachers and our students and ensembles are recognized for their high level of achievement both regionally and nationally.

We offer the following degrees and certificates:

• Bachelor of Arts in Music
• Bachelor of Music (Instrumental Keyboard Voice Theory/Composition Music Education Jazz Studies Jazz Education)
• Master of Music (Conducting Composition Performance)
• Minor in Music
• Performers Certificate

POSITION DETAILS:

Sacramento State seeks a highly skilled and inspiring musician/educator for a full-time tenure-track position in Latin American Music beginning in January 2027. This position reflects the Universitys commitment to inclusive excellence culturally sustaining pedagogy and the musical traditions that reflect and serve our large Latinx/é and Hispanic student population. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

JOB DUTIES:

The successful candidate will demonstrate potential to serve a highly diverse population of undergraduate and graduate students as a progressive inclusive and creative educator who will ensure the visibility and growth of Hispanic and Latinx/é musical traditions within the School of Music the University and the Sacramento region.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to effectively lead both a Mariachi Ensemble and a Latin Jazz Ensemble at a high artistic and pedagogical level. Responsibilities will also include teaching recruiting and providing leadership in the candidates relevant applied performance area consistent with School needs. The successful candidate will actively contribute to the development of inclusive and culturally responsive programming and demonstrate a strong commitment to meeting the needs of diverse learners.

Additional courses in Latin American music musicianship theory or music history may be assigned in accordance with the candidates qualifications and the evolving needs of the School of Music.

Other duties may include organizing on-campus concerts; traveling to regional festivals and conferences; recruiting both students and potential colleagues from diverse backgrounds; and serving in various faculty service roles. Successful applicants will demonstrate competence in creating inclusive learning environments and actively engaging the campus and Sacramento-area communities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters degree or higher in Music or a closely related field.
• Significant professional achievement in Latin American music traditions.
• Record of professional performance/recordings demonstrating artistic distinction (e.g. releases festival invitations commissions awards).
• Demonstrated success teaching in classroom settings at the collegiate level.
• Evidence of strong interest and experience in student recruitment community outreach and leadership in Latin American music.
• Evidence of effective applied instruction at the collegiate level in the candidates area(s) of expertise.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Specialization in applied brass woodwinds percussion and/or keyboards in jazz and/or classical styles.
• Demonstrated potential for effective service on Sacramento State School of Music committees.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population and to embrace cultural diversity in teaching performance and service.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:

Review of application will begin on July 1 2026. Position remains open until filled.

Applicants must submit:

• A letter of interest indicating Assistant Professor of Music (Latin American Music).
• A detailed curriculum vitae listing qualifications and teaching experience.
• A brief essay describing inclusive teaching practices and how your work aligns with Sacramento States identity as an HSI. Please upload this under Diversity Statement
• Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned.
• Sample syllabi.
• Portfolio document with links to audio and/or video performances.
• The names titles and telephone numbers of three to five professional references who may be contacted.

OTHER SPECIFICS ABOUT THE POSITION:

Individuals committed to serving students from historically underrepresented backgrounds such as first-generation college students BIPOC students students with disabilities and students with intersectional identities through teaching mentoring service or administration are especially encouraged to apply.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento Stateis located in the heart of Californias capital city five miles from State Capitol. The lush 300-acre campus is situated along the American River close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento also known as the Farm-to-Fork Capital is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves asa Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution.The university enrolls around 31000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region throughout California across the nation and around the world. Our 1800 faculty and 1500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

As Californias capital university we transform lives by preparing students to lead serve and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming caring and inclusive leader in education innovation and engagement. As the regional hub of higher education Sacramento State is dedicated tolearning and student success;teaching research scholarship and creative activity;justice diversity equity and inclusion;resource development and sustainability;dedicated community engagement andwellness and safety.

As evidenced by the values embedded in ourHornet Honor Code Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty staff students and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities life experiences and perspectives that enrich our community teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family please visit theWhy Sac Statepage.

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Out of State Employment

Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04) all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.. California State University Sacramento is not a sponsoring agent for non-tenure track (temporary/lecturer) faculty for H1-B Visa.

California State University Sacramento is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100000 fee established by the Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers issued on September 19 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.