Concordia College
Director of Orchestral Activities
Moorhead, MN, US · Director · Full-time
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About the role
- About the Appointment: Concordia College seeks a Director of Orchestral Activities for a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor beginning August 2027.
- The position requires a candidate who is a strong recruiter for both the Music Department and the College.
- The candidate will also be responsible for the artistic leadership of the annual Honor String Orchestra for promising high school students.
Responsibilities
- The position offers the opportunity for a talented conductor to lead an orchestra that has garnered a reputation for award-winning musical quality at state, national, and international conferences, festivals, and competitions.
- The successful candidate will demonstrate the capacity to nurture and maintain a reputation of excellence as a conductor, musician, and educator and will be responsible for the artistic leadership of the Concordia Orchestra, including programming, rehearsing, and performing.
Compensation
- The candidate will also be responsible for the artistic leadership of the annual Honor String Orchestra for promising high school students.
Benefits
- In addition to Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Music degrees, the department also offers a Master of Music in Music Education.
- Home to a thriving higher education community, the region offers the welcoming feel of a smaller community with the cultural, recreational, and professional opportunities of a growing metropolitan area.
- Fargo-Moorhead is a regional hub for education, healthcare, business, and the arts, with an active downtown, a strong entrepreneurial community, and easy access to Minnesota lakes country.
- Located in Moorhead, Minnesota, Concordia offers the opportunity to build a rewarding academic career in a community centered on learning, purpose, and connection.
Company info
- At Concordia College, faculty are part of a close-knit academic community committed to excellent teaching, meaningful student relationships, and preparing students to influence the affairs of the world.
- The instrumental music program includes three concert bands, two orchestras, three jazz bands and a combo, chamber ensembles, and a number of other opportunities for students to engage with music as part of their undergraduate experience.
- Faculty have the opportunity to engage students both in and beyond the classroom, collaborate with colleagues across disciplines, and contribute to a campus community where teaching, scholarship, service, and mentorship are valued.
Equal opportunity
- Concordia College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Visa & Work Authorization
- International work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
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