Director of Choral and Vocal Studies
Company: Kilgore College
Location: Kilgore
Posted on: March 20, 2023
Job Description:
Position summary: Kilgore College offers a strong collegiate
music program with several unique course offerings and performing
ensembles including KC Chorale, KC Connection (Choir), Wind
Symphony, Marching Band, Chamber Ensembles (Woodwind, Brass,
Percussion, Strings, Piano), Big Band Jazz Ensemble and Steel Band
in a department with approximately 100 music students regularly
enrolled. - Preparation for several major concerts and solo and
ensemble festivals and auditions occurs year-round. - Position
responsibilities:
Teach, conduct, and develop college
level choral ensemblesManage and take sole responsibility for all
choral and vocal studies in a sequential program of instruction at
Kilgore CollegeRecruit vocal/choral students through various
initiatives including on and off-campus school, community, and
event activities and visitsAudition and advise choral and vocal
students regarding courses and degreesHost choral and vocal events
on campusTeach other music courses as assigned in areas of
expertise and department needs including applied private vocal
lessons, vocal masterclasses, music appreciation, music theory and
aural skills.Manage and develop choral music libraryMinimum
Position Requirements:
Master's degree or higher in Choral
Conducting, Vocal Performance, or Music Education. or Master's
degree or higher with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in
Choral Conducting, Vocal Performance, or Music Education.Applicants
should have demonstrated experience as a choral conductor for a
variety of styles including classical and traditional choral music,
vocal jazz, and contemporary music. - - At least one year of
demonstrated teaching experience required.Demonstrated skills in
successfully working with diverse populations through experiences
such as formal training and past work experiences.Professional
Performing Experience and Focus Team Teaching capability and
experience in the college environment preferredSecondary Level
Teaching Experience preferredExcellent Communication and
Organizational SkillsThe ability to provide quality customer
serviceSupervisory Responsibilities:
0 Full-Time Direct Reports - - - 0
Part-Time Direct ReportsPhysical Demands and Work Environment:
- Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office and
classroom environment.
- No or very limited physical effort required; however, the
employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 -pounds.
- No or very limited exposure to physical risk.Safety: Provide
resources for safe operation of units. Create and support workplace
safety.Salary & Benefits: -
- 36-hour work week for a healthy work life balance as well
generous paid leave time.
- Health, life, and income protection insurance are
provided.
- An excellent retirement program through the Teacher Retirement
System or Optional Retirement Plan 'ORP' for full time
faculty.
- Full Time employees have free use of the college's
recreational/fitness facilities
- Tuition scholarships are -for the employee and dependent
children. -
- The 10-month salary for a new faculty member is based upon
level of education, years of teaching experience, and years of
related work experience. Base salaries, excluding pay for previous
experience, range from $41,100 for a master's degree to $44,100 for
a doctorate plus stipend of $2,500. Additional overload classes are
paid separately.Kilgore College does not participate in the federal
Social Security program. As a result, employees/retirees of the
college are subject to the federal Windfall Elimination Provision
(WEP) and possibly the Government Pension Offset (GPO) laws. For
information on the WEP and the GPO, visit the Social Security
Administration's website at .Positions will remain open until
filled. Teaching positions will be required to submit official
transcripts upon an offer of employment. An offer of employment
will be contingent upon passing a background check. Federal law
prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired
must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and
identity within three (3) days of being hired. Failure to submit
proof within the required time shall result in immediate employment
termination. All position appointments are subject to approval by
the college's Board of Trustees.
This description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to
be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job,
nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and
abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may
change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to
add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at
any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform
other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition,
reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its
discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Kilgore College is unwavering in preserving a community of
diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are passionate about all
students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders who make up the
college system. Our passion is fueled by the desire to welcome all
with open arms regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sex, age,
national origin, religion, ability status, sexual orientation,
socioeconomic status, education, marital status, language, physical
appearance, and diverse thoughts. We are steadfast in keeping our
culture centered on respecting the uniqueness of all and destroying
barriers. Kilgore College is resolute in its pledge to true Radical
Hospitality by focusing on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We are
Kilgore College!
https://www.kilgore.edu/about-kc/facultystaff-and-board/diversity-equity-inclusion
All positions are located in Kilgore, TX. No fully remote positions
are available at this time. All employees must be available to
physically present to work on the Kilgore, TX or Longview, TX
Campus.
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