Visionary Director, School of Music

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Director for the School of Music. This leadership role involves vision setting and overseeing academic and artistic affairs. Candidates should have a distinguished record in music or related fields and administrative experience in complex organizations.

The position offers a target salary range of $135,000 to $155,000 plus benefits. The Director will develop strategies for faculty and staff and advocate for the school within the community.

Qualifications

• Distinguished record of achievement in music, scholarship, technology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated record of administrative leadership in a complex organization.
• Experience with fundraising and building strategic partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies for faculty and staff recruitment and retention.
• Lead the School in adapting curricula and programs.
• Advocate for the School and build new partnerships.

Skills

Collaborative approach with emotional intelligence

Understanding of academic norms and shared governance

Experience in recruitment and development

Understanding of contemporary music landscape

Education

Terminal degree preferred

Credentials meriting full-professor rank

Job description

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Director for the School of Music. This leadership role involves vision setting and overseeing academic and artistic affairs. Candidates should have a distinguished record in music or related fields and administrative experience in complex organizations.

The position offers a target salary range of $135,000 to $155,000 plus benefits. The Director will develop strategies for faculty and staff and advocate for the school within the community.