Job Title Chairperson Instrumental Department Position Number INSTMUSCHAIR Vacancy Open to ECU Employees Department AAH Instrumental Department Homepage https://music.ecu.edu/ Advertising Department MUSIC, SCHOOL OF Division Academic Affairs Classification Title Chairperson, Instrumental Department Working Title Chairperson, Instrumental Department. Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) .25 Full Time or Part Time Part Time Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. Commensurate with Qualifications Position Location (City) Greenville Position Type Faculty (Teaching) Job Category Faculty (Teaching) Primary Function of Organizational Unit The School of Music seeks a Department Chair for the Instrumental Department. The School of Music consists of five departments: Instrumental; Keyboard; Music Education/Therapy; Theory, Composition and Musicology; and Vocal Studies. These departments function as semi-autonomous units with department chairs serving as unit administrators for their respective department. Department Chairs shall be selected and evaluated in accordance with established University policies and procedures. It is essential that the person selected for the position of Department Chair enjoy the mutual confidence of the department faculty and the director of the School of Music. Job Duties INTERNAL POSTING: Open only to applicants currently employed by East Carolina University The Department Chair will: 1. Represent the department faculty to the Director in the administration of the affairs of the School of Music and the Department. 2. Exercise participative management in reaching decisions on department policies. 3. Manage the operation of the department including budget and equipment allocations and ensure the maintenance of up to date records. 4. Promote productive and harmonious professional relationships within the Department, School and University. 5. Assist faculty in student recruiting efforts. 6. In consultation with the Director, annually evaluate each faculty member's performance in teaching, research/creative activity, and service. 7. Perform duties listed in the ECU Faculty Manual, Part IX regarding personnel matters. 8. Give due consideration to the recommendations of department committees. 9. Oversee School of Music entrance auditions and upper level barriers for students in their respective departments. 10. Determine the use of the physical facilities assigned to the department. 11. Convene a department faculty meeting at least once per semester. 12. Encourage continuous improvement in all activities within the department. 13. Work under the direction of the Director with specific delegated responsibilities. 14. Serve as unit administrator regarding all personnel procedures according to the ECU Faculty Manual. Minimum Education/Experience Master of Music with extensive faculty experience in the School of Music and leadership potential will be considered for this reassignment. Qualifying degrees must be conferred from appropriately accredited institutions. License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation None Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education Teaching experience in the instrumental curriculum preferred. License or Certification Required by the Department Special Instructions to Applicant ECU requires applicants to complete a candidate profile online to be considered for the position. Candidates will be expected to upload the following items: * Cover letter * CV/Resume Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Additional Instructions to Applicant In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable. Job Open Date 09/28/2023 Open Until Filled Yes Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. Initial Screening Begins 10/13/2023 Rank Level Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/65916 AA/EOE East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. 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