Faculty: Assistant Professor of Music; Director of Instrumental Activities

Concordia University is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world.

Position Description

Concordia University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Music/Director of Instrumental Activities. This is a teaching-focused faculty position with a primary mandate to build vibrant, high-quality instrumental opportunities for both majors and non-majors. We seek a leader who will ensure that instrumental music has an unmistakable, joyful, and integral presence across campus life.

The successful candidate will provide artistic leadership and strategic direction for Concordia's instrumental music program. Concordia's current instrumental offerings include Symphonic Wind Ensemble, University Band, String Ensemble/Chamber Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Falcon Pep Band, and the CUW Drumline.

We are looking for a builder-someone who combines disciplinary excellence with the drive to actively recruit students, grow ensemble participation, and elevate the visibility of instrumental music within our Lutheran liberal arts tradition.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensemble Direction: Energetically grow and lead instrumental ensembles with creativity and vision, cultivating a culture of musical excellence and ensemble pride; plan and lead an annual instrumental tour that highlights Concordia's mission and expands visibility.
• Recruitment Strategy: Serve as the primary recruiter for the instrumental area. Lead proactive efforts in partnership with Admissions, including outreach to prospective students, building relationships with high school music directors, and representing the department at recruitment events.
• Campus Presence: Champion the visibility of instrumental music across campus through performances, collaborations with other departments, and participation in university events and worship.
• Teaching: Teach courses in instrumental music and related areas as appropriate to program needs and the candidate's expertise, with a preference for contributions in Music Theory.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with faculty and staff to integrate instrumental activities with campus-wide initiatives and community events.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• All Concordia faculty members are members of Christian congregations; members of the LCMS receive preference in hiring"
• Lutheran Mission: Deep appreciation for the unique and important role of music in Lutheran worship, education, and community life, with a vision for making instrumental music integral to campus culture.
• Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)

Education and Experience

• Education: Master's degree in music required; earned doctorate preferred.
• Ensemble Leadership: Demonstrated achievement in instrumental conducting with the ability to elevate ensembles through visionary leadership and uncompromising musical excellence.
• Growth & Recruitment: Proven record of growing and sustaining music ensembles at the collegiate or K-12 level, with clear evidence of successful student recruitment, retention, and program development.
• Teaching: Evidence of effectiveness in teaching, mentorship, and student development.

Physical Demands/Equipment

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, salary exempt position. The starting wage may be determined upon education and/or experience. Concordia University benefit options include, but are not limited to the following:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Personal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings Account
• Disability and Survivor Plan
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Tuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Compensation and Benefit Details

Application Instructions

To receive full consideration, all applicants are must complete and submit an online employment application through the Concordia University Employment page: https://cuw.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Click on the job you are interested in applying to, enter your contact information in the Apply Now section, and then click the Apply For This Position button to begin the application process.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until successful candidate(s) are identified. Video evidence of conducting/rehearsal leadership may be requested of semi-finalists; it is not required for initial application.

Applicants should include with their online application:

• Letter of intent
• Resume
• Curriculum vita
• Copy of transcripts
• Three letters of reference
• Description of teaching philosophy

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

However, CU is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CU reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religion. In addition, preference in holding certain employment positions is given to ordained or rostered ministers of the LCMS. Based on a religious tenet, CU recognizes only male, LCMS ordained Ministers of the Gospel, but recognizes both male and female LCMS Rostered Ministers of the Gospel.

The Human Resources Department has been appointed to manage the equal employment opportunity program, including all equal employment opportunity activities, as required by federal, state and local agencies. If any employee or applicant for employment believes this policy has been violated, he/she must contact the Director of Human Resources.

Concordia University is a HLC accredited, co-educational, liberal arts school offering more than 72 undergraduate majors, over 35 master's degree programs, and 5 doctoral programs. There are also a variety of accelerated evening and e-learning programs.