Berklee

Chair of Bass

Berklee College of Music - Boston

Sponsorship not specified$150k-$170kDetected 30 days ago

HRLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoringAdaptability

About the role

Job Description: About Berklee and the Opportunity Berklee College of Music is the world's leading institution for the study of contemporary music and the performing arts.
Berklee seeks an accomplished musician-educator and experienced academic leader to serve as Chair of the Bass Department.
This is a 12-month administrative position with teaching responsibilities as assigned and approved by the Dean.

The Chair works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and divisional leadership to advance curricular excellence, support faculty development, promote student success, and ensure responsible stewardship of departmental resources in alignment with Berklee policies, Faculty Union Agreement provisions, and institutional priorities.
Reading and interpretation of fully notated scores and chord-symbol lead sheets
Support faculty development across all ranks through mentorship, clear expectations, and consistent communication.
Lead faculty recruitment and hiring processes in collaboration with the Dean, Human Resources, and in accordance with union guidelines.
Support student recruitment, orientation, advising, and retention initiatives.
Ensure students receive consistent academic guidance and access to appropriate support resources.
Manage the Bass Department's budget, facilities, and operational resources in collaboration with the Dean and divisional staff.

Master's degree or equivalent professional experience.
Demonstrated expertise as a bass specialist with significant professional standing.
Ability to work effectively within a unionized academic environment and shared governance structure.
Proficiency with instructional and administrative technologies.
Provide leadership for the academic and artistic direction of the Bass Department in alignment with Berklee's mission and degree requirements.

Conduct faculty evaluations, including classroom observations, review of syllabi and instructional materials, analysis of student feedback, and preparation of written annual evaluations.

Instrumental technique and performance health
Guide curricular priorities emphasizing instrumental technique, performance health, reading proficiency, stylistic fluency, improvisation, ensemble performance, and professional preparation.
Foster an inclusive, student-centered learning environment that supports artistic development, well-being, and academic success.
salary dependent on relevant experience and education.
Please visit the Total Rewards page to learn more about the benefits of working at Berklee.
The hiring range will be $150,000 - $170,000; salary dependent on relevant experience and education.

Statement
Berklee College of Music is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable academic community. Candidates whose experiences and perspectives will contribute to this commitment are strongly encouraged to apply.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.
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