The University of St. Thomas Department of Music, Film, and Creative Enterprise invites applications for a Director of Choral Activities, Visiting Assistant Professor, to begin Fall 2025 (preferred August 1 start date).
Position Description and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for the artistic and administrative leadership of all aspects of the University of St. Thomas undergraduate choral program. Teaching responsibilities for this position include thoughtful direction of Chamber Singers and Concert Choir with attendant performances, including collaboration with the Artistic Director for the annual Christmas Concert, and advanced choral conducting. Administrative responsibilities include providing leadership for the directors of Liturgical Choir, Donne Unite, accompanists, student staff, budget management, recruiting, community outreach through performance, ensemble and scholarship auditions, and vocal juries. Active professional engagement beyond teaching at St. Thomas is expected. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate clear instances of actions, choices, and/or aspirations for an inclusive, welcoming, and supportive learning environment.
About the Department of Music, Film, and Creative Enterprise:
The Department of Music, Film, and Creative Enterprise is housed in the College of Arts and Sciences at St. Thomas. Music degree options include BA in Music Business and Music, BM in Music Education and Music Performance, and a Master of Arts in Music Teaching. Learn more about the Music programs and curricula here: Music Department | College of Arts and Sciences | University of St. Thomas (stthomas.edu).
About the University of St. Thomas:
The University of St. Thomas is a dynamic, mission-driven, urban university. Located in a residential neighborhood with easy access to two downtown metropolitan centers, we are Minnesota’s largest private university with eight schools and colleges, 150+ undergraduate majors/minors, and 55 graduate programs. Learn more about life as a faculty member at St. Thomas.
The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic.
This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. The successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.
Salary & Benefits:
The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:
Salary range: $65,000-$70,000.
The University of St. Thomas has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
A PhD or DMA (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in music or closely-related field, or alternatively, ABD nearing completion will also be considered. The successful candidate will possess evidence of the highest levels of choral music education, artistic excellence, and robust pedagogical and conducting techniques.
How to Apply
Applicants must apply online at www.stthomas.edu/jobs. After creating and submitting an applicant profile, you will be taken to the job-specific application. Please upload the following materials to your profile:
No references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate. Candidates who advance in the search will be asked to submit three letters of recommendation and rehearsal/performance videos via private YouTube links.
Review of applications will begin on June 20, 2025, for full consideration and will continue until the position is filled. Please contact the search chair, Dr. Douglas C. Orzolek (dcorzolek@stthomas.edu) if you have any questions.
Official job posting is available at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/.
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