POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant Director, School of Music
The University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Music invites applications for Assistant Director of the School of Music, an academic staff position, beginning on or after November 1, 2008. Please see the official posting at http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_059669.html.
Rank and Salary: Administrative Program Specialist. Salary is open and will be negotiated on the basis of the applicant’s experience and qualifications. The appointment is for 12 months and is renewable.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in arts/music or a related field with three years of professional work experience required. Master's degree in arts/music or a related field with professional experience preferred.
Responsibilities: Work with the Director of the School of Music to administer activities related to the daily life of the School. Includes formulating, implementing, and administering policy, grant and award management, academic personnel management, research, and information technology. Represent the School and act on behalf of the Director in interactions with the public, university officials, government agencies, and accrediting councils. Identify and pursue funding sources for artistic program support and ongoing program needs. Plan, coordinate, and represent the School at events related to development and fundraising such as the School's Board of Visitors meetings and showcase concerts. Develop and administer special programs for community-based outreach functions. Miscellaneous work as directed.
The University: The University of Wisconsin-Madison is the flagship institution of the University of Wisconsin system. It is a comprehensive research university serving more than 41,000 students. The School of Music is ranked among the top of accredited U.S. music schools and offers forty different professional degrees to a student body of 450.
Application: Applications should include: (1) a letter of application with reference to how the candidate meets the required qualifications; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) at least three letters of reference.
Deadline: The deadline for receipt of applications is October 1, 2008 or until position is filled.
Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding the applicant’s name, title, occupation, and address may be released upon request. Employment will require a criminal background check. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. UW-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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