Special Appointment Assistant Professor-Choral

The Department of Music at Valley City State University is seeking a choral director to join a growth-oriented team committed to implementing a 21st-century music experience across the curriculum. 

The primary responsibility of this position involves leading Concert Choir and University Singers (auditioned chamber ensemble).  Other teaching duties will be assigned according to candidate strengths and departmental need.  The successful candidate will be a dynamic instructor committed to building positive relationships with students, campus personnel, and public-school music teachers within the region.  All full-time music faculty are expected to participate in academic advising, recruitment, department assessment, maintain/update course and program curricular content, contribute to campus committees, and perform other duties as needed. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Earned Master's degree in Music 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Earned Doctorate in Choral Conducting 
• 5 years or more leading a successful choral program at the K-12 and/or collegiate level(s) 
• Experience teaching in the applied vocal setting 
• Experience teaching in an online setting 

Compensation and Rank: 
The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, and typically ranges from $42,000 to $48,000 annually. VCSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including employer paid full family health insurance coverage, as well as TIAA retirement, tuition assistance, and much more. For more information, visit our Employee Benefits page. This position is a 9-month, full-time position. In some cases, summer duties may be arranged through an additional contract. 
 
Application Procedure: 
Submit all required materials online, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), contact information for three references, and unofficial copies of your transcripts and links to sample(s) of recent performances. Reference letters will be solicited automatically from the references you list via email, for finalists only. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that correct email addresses are submitted for each of the three required references. Candidates that advance beyond the initial screening may be required to submit performance and/or teaching samples.  Deadline for full consideration is January 31, 2023, or open until filled.  
 
University and Community: 
Recognized as a “Best College” by U.S. News for the past 25 years, VCSU offers one of the best academic values in the Midwest. VCSU was founded as a teacher’s college in 1890, earning a prestigious reputation for producing some of the best educators in the area. Since then, VCSU’s undergraduate offerings have continued to grow and now include a range of programs. VCSU offers more than 65 undergraduate programs in art, business, communication arts, computer systems and software engineering, education, health and physical education, language and literature, mathematics, music, science, social science, and technology education. Online Master of Education, Masters of the Arts in Teaching, and Master of Science in Business Information Systems degree programs are also available.  

The Music Department has committed to enhancing the educational legacy of the institution by combining advanced music technology with traditional educational practices.  This commitment is reflected through the spring 2022 completion of the VCSU Center for the Arts.  This $32 million state-of-the-art facility includes a 350-seat performance hall, a 100-seat recital hall/choral room, an extensive audio production studio, an instrumental rehearsal room, piano and computer labs, large and small practice rooms, and faculty offices/studios.

The 55-acre campus, one of the most attractive in North Dakota, is bordered on the south by a forested hillside and on the north by the Sheyenne River. Campus architecture features a graceful blend of historic and modern buildings. The entire campus is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as a Historic District.? VCSU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), and the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). The university is located in the southeastern part of the state in the city from which the institution takes its name. Valley City has a population of approximately 6,500 and is located 60 miles west of Fargo on Interstate 94, making the campus easily accessible both from the east and west.? The location of the community lends itself to cultural and recreational activities, and the Gaukler Wellness Center offers a variety of services to members including an indoor pool and fitness center. 
 
Additional Information: 
Inquiries about the position may be directed to Department Chair Mr. Jerrold Heide. Email: jerrold.heide@vcsu.edu, Phone: 701-845-7375. For accommodation or assistance in the application or interview process, contact: academic.affairs@vcsu.edu. For questions about the status of your application or reference letters, please email human.resources@vcsu.edu. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Valley City State University encourages applications from minorities, women, and disabled persons, and pledges not to discriminate with respect to color, nation of origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, status due to receipt of public assistance, or disability as specified in Federal Regulations. Preference will be given to candidates able to demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference procedure. A criminal background check will be conducted on all faculty hires. Visa sponsorship for employment is not available for this position.