Sacred Heart Univ.

The Director of Choral Programs is responsible for developing the vision, direction and supervision all choral activities and ensembles associated with the program. The Chorale program is a major focus of the University's cohort-based recruitment and retention efforts for co-curricular activities and as such is responsible for meeting a set of roster goals annually.

The Chorale Programs fall under the auspices of the Performing Arts Department within the Department of Student Life.

Responsibilities Include:

* Responsible for the artistic, administrative, and visionary leadership of the SHU choral program

* Conduct up to two choral ensembles.

* Foster and maintain a working relationship with the academic music department.

* Assume leadership role in the individual and collaborative recruitment of vocal students through building and maintaining productive relationships with public school choral programs, recruitment trips, ensemble tours, conference attendance/performance, and SHU Choir events.

* Interacting with the local arts community and supporting music educators in the region.

* The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the discipline through engagement in significant professional research/creative activities including maintaining regional, national and international visibility in performance, external masterclasses, conference presentations, services to the school/college/university/community, and mentoring students.

* The Director should demonstrate the ability to energize the university community to become engaged in a high level of choral singing, making it possible for the university to enjoy the benefits of a vibrant choral program. The successful candidate should also possess a demonstrated history of professional and/or academic choir building, with a corresponding track-record of concert programs with a diverse repertoire.

* Organize, plan, and execute Liturgical Choir masses in coordination with Campus Ministry, including all special events, such as Commencement, Baccalaureate Mass, etc.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

* A qualified candidate will possess a minimum Master's Level Degree in Music

* Demonstrated success in leading a university choral program. 3 years college teaching experience, graduate level and/or professional level experience, and a proven record of student successes preferred.

* Successful candidates must provide evidence of effective and measurable recruitment efforts as they relate to choral programs, e.g. professional relationships with music educators, multiple invitations to serve as clinician/guest conductor of honor choir festivals, hosting high school festivals and workshops, and invitations to serve as an adjudicator of high school performances.

Please apply online, faxes and emails will not be accepted. A cover letter is appreciated.