Del Mar College

The Choral Director is responsible for the development and growth of effective choral ensembles. The Choral Director will demonstrate an excellence in musicianship, in teaching and conducting choral music at the college level, while also demonstrating knowledge of vocal and choral pedagogy. The Choral Music Director is responsible in working collaboratively with the department, while also maintaining relationships with members of the area school districts and the choral community.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Music with emphasis in Choral Conducting

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Ability to demonstrate conducting, musicianship skills and knowledge in choral technique and in choral repertoire of various styles and time periods.

Successful experience using instructional technologies.

Ability to recruit; ability to work with existing faculty to arrange recruitment and retention activities.

Knowledge of Choral repertoire; thorough knowledge of and skill in rehearsal and conducting techniques.

Ability to form and maintain relationships with those in the music community.