Job Information
St. Lawrence University Director of Vocal Music in Canton, New York
Position Information
Position Title Director of Vocal Music
FLSA Exempt
Primary Responsibilities
The Music Department at St. Lawrence University seeks a Director of Vocal Music. This is a renewable, academic support staff position. The successful applicant will direct the Laurentian Singers, a select undergraduate vocal ensemble, and the University Chorus, an ensemble open to the entire university community. This constitutes 2/3 of the director’s teaching load. The remaining 1/3 will be comprised of classroom teaching or private lesson instruction, depending on the director’s interests and abilities and the needs of the Music Department.
The Laurentian Singers sing the school songs at major campus events, such as commencement; present several concerts each semester; and go on tour every spring semester. The University Chorus typically presents one main performance each semester. The Director of Vocal Music is in charge of coordinating both on- and off-campus performances for these groups, including organizing the Laurentian Singers’ spring break tour. It is expected that the person in this position will help plan the annual Candlelight service in Gunnison Chapel, and may be asked to help with other singing on campus, such as assisting the Gospel Choir (run by the Chaplain’s Office) or serving as academic advisor for the various student singing organizations.
We welcome applications from candidates who bring diverse cultural, ethnic, and national perspectives to their teaching, scholarship and/or service. Information about diversity and inclusion initiatives on campus can be viewed at (http://www.stlawu.edu/president/statement-diversity).
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in music
At least two years of experience directing vocal ensembles
Preferred Qualifications
Status (FT, PT, Seasonal, Temp) FT Seasonal
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ST01012
Desired Start Date 08/15/2023
Open Date (to accept applications)
Close Date (date applications will not be considered)
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Interested and qualified applicants should complete online application form and upload required documents in the “applicant documents” section of the form. Professional reference contact information should be provided in the application form.
Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2023 and will continue until position is filled. Questions about the position may be directed to David Henderson, Search Chair, at dhenderson@stlawu.edu.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully passing a background (including criminal records) check.
St. Lawrence University policy requires all employees and students to be up to date with available vaccinations against Covid-19 including, as applicable, a booster shot. Individuals may apply for a medical or religious exemption from this policy.
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Current CV or Resume
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Optional Documents