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Assistant Professor - Music (Choral / Generalist) (Tenure Track) Job at Contra Cos

Assistant Professor - Music (Choral / Generalist) (Tenure Track) Job at Contra Cos

MediabistroPittsburg, CA, United States
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Assistant Professor - Music (Choral / Generalist) (Tenure Track)

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About the Position

The Los Medanos College Music Department seeks enthusiastic applicants for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Choral / Generalist Music. The position provides high-quality classroom instruction to a diverse student population and involves collaboration with other faculty to support student success. The duties include teaching required college-level music classes, including College Chorus and Class Voice. Additional duties may include vocal ensembles in various styles (Jazz, Pop, Gospel, Community, etc.), Music theory / Ear training, Music Appreciation (styles including Classical, Jazz, Rock and R&B, Hip Hop, American, World Music, etc.), Commercial Music, and Electronic Music.

This position emphasizes expanding the college’s long-running choral and general music programs, including directing concerts and ensembles for the department, the campus, and the community. The professor will work as part of a close-knit faculty team on curriculum development, student engagement strategies, and college initiatives.

About the Department

The Music Department encompasses Choral / Vocal Studies, Instrumental Music, MIDI, Jazz Studies, and Piano courses and ensembles. Degrees offered include Music and Music for Transfer. The department values collaboration, inclusive learning, and the development of innovative courses and degrees that support student educational and transfer goals. For more information, visit www.losmedanos.edu / music . Los Medanos College seeks applicants who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the college community through experience, research, teaching, and / or service.

About the College

Los Medanos College (LMC) serves about 10,000 students pursuing transfer preparation, career education, and skill building. Located in East Contra Costa County, LMC serves a diverse student population across multiple locations including the Pittsburg campus, Brentwood Center, and online. As a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), LMC is committed to equitable success for all students and seeks a colleague with a growth mindset and strong commitment to equity and inclusion.

Recruitment Timeline

  • Initial review of applications will occur December 2025.
  • Selected applicants will be contacted in January 2026 to schedule an interview. Interviews will be in-person in February 2026.
  • Final interviews will be held February / March 2026. Applicants are responsible for travel expenses; the college nor the District reimburse travel.
  • No candidate shall be recommended as a finalist without meeting minimum qualifications or equivalency verification.
  • If you do not possess the exact degree listed in the minimum qualifications, you must fill out a Master’s degree equivalency form and upload it with the online application.

Position Details

Position Title : Assistant Professor - Music (Choral / Generalist) (Tenure Track)

Salary : Initial placement for full-time, tenure-track positions ranges from $68,136 to $112,848 per year (up to $132k), based on degree, units, and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Advance equitable student learning through exemplary instruction in line with course outlines.
  • Participate in assessment of student learning outcomes for courses and programs; develop and implement SLO assessment processes.
  • Collaborate in curriculum development and program review; engage in department improvement initiatives.
  • Participate in department, division, and college committees; engage in professional development.
  • Maintain current knowledge in subject matter and effective teaching strategies; uphold professional conduct and ethics.
  • Inform students of course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance expectations; provide timely feedback on progress.
  • Maintain attendance, scholastic, and personnel records; post and hold regular office hours.
  • Participate in shared governance processes.

    • Qualifications

    Understanding of and sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds; Master’s in Music or Bachelor’s in Music and Master’s in Humanities or the equivalent; or a California Community College System Credential in Music. If degree is not exact, submit Master’s degree equivalency form for consideration. License / Certificates / Credentials : as applicable.

    Desirable Qualifications

  • Collegiate teaching experience or equivalent in one or more of : vocal ensembles, music theory / ear training, music appreciation (various styles), commercial / electronic music.
  • Experience producing performances in school or community settings.
  • Experience building recruitment partnerships with area schools and community organizations.
  • Ability to play basic piano for rehearsals or voice classes.

    • Supplemental Questions

  • Tell us how you meet the minimum job qualifications : A) Master’s in music OR B) Bachelor’s in music AND Master’s in humanities OR C) the equivalent OR D) CCC System Credential in Music.
  • Describe your choral ensemble experience and how it would support a successful choral program at Los Medanos College.
  • Share your experience recruiting student singers through auditions, workshops, and outreach.
  • Describe your marketing and recruitment strategies for expanding a choral program in the community with a 10-month plan.
  • Describe your experience ensuring musical growth and course success in a diverse college classroom and strategies for success.

    • Required Documents

  • Unofficial Transcript (must show degree(s) conferred)
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume / CV

    • Optional Documents

  • Application for Equivalency
  • Foreign Degree Evaluation Form (NACES Approved Agency)

    • How to Apply

    Apply online. Submit materials by the closing date. Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded; official transcripts required prior to employment. If applying under the equivalency process, submit related forms and documentation. Foreign degree evaluations must be submitted via a NACES agency prior to equivalency decisions. All application materials become the property of the district.

    Inquiries

    Please contact Leetha Robertson, Sr. Administrative Assistant-Office of Instruction, lrobertson@losmedanos.edu.

    EEO / Promotion of Diversity

    The District is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics. See the job posting for details.

    Required Documents

    Preliminary selection materials may include unofficial transcripts and other documents; see the posting for specifics.

    Legal / Accommodations

    Reasonable accommodation requests : candidates may contact Human Resources with documentation as required.

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