Overview
Director, School of Music
Posting Number: req25511
Department: School of Music
Department Website Link:
Location: Tucson Campus
Address: Tucson, AZ USA
Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Academic Vision and Excellence: Lead the continued evolution of a rigorous, forward‑looking curriculum grounded in musical excellence, creative inquiry, and cross‑disciplinary collaboration. Leverage the School's traditions and strengths while advancing innovation in teaching, research, and performance.
- Faculty, Staff, and Culture: Foster a culture of respect, transparency, collaboration, and shared purpose. Support the professional growth of faculty and staff and foster a positive and creative academic environment.
- Student Experience and Success: Strengthen recruitment and retention through programs that connect learning with performance, professional practice, and community engagement. Champion pathways that prepare students for meaningful and sustainable musical careers.
- Research and Creative Practice: Support faculty and student research, performances, publications, and creative work across disciplines. Enhance the School's visibility and impact within the University's R1 and AAU research context.
- Partnerships and Advancement: Collaborate with the College and Arizona Arts development teams to strengthen relationships with alumni, donors, and community partners. Serve as an ambassador for the School locally, nationally, and internationally.
- Operational Leadership: Manage budgets, personnel, facilities, and resources with transparency and care. Ensure facilities and equipment support the evolving needs of 21st century music education and performance.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Commitment to faculty, staff, and student development.
- Ability to build strong external partnerships and advance development initiatives.
- Outstanding communication skills.
- Ability to secure support from a wide range of Faculty, Staff, and Culture.
- Demonstrated ability to inspire, unify, and lead a multifaceted academic community.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- A terminal degree in a relevant field.
- A record of professional achievement sufficient for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
Preferred Qualifications
- Academic administrative experience aligned with the demands of the position.
- An established record of research, performance, creative practice, or leadership consistent with the School's mission.
- Experience with financial and organizational models in complex research institutions.
Rank and Tenure
Rank: Professor
Tenure Information: Tenured (T)
Work Details
- FLSA: Exempt
- Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
- Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
- Job FTE: 1.0
- Work Calendar: Fiscal
- Job Category: Academic Administration
- Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
- Rate of Pay: $180,000 - $195,000
- Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
- Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)
- Number of Vacancies: 1
- Target Hire Date: 8/17/2026
- Expected End Date:
Contact Information for Candidates
For questions contact the Search Committee Chair
Dr. Amelia (Amy) Kraehe
Open Date and Application
Open Date: 3/27/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
To apply, please submit:
- A curriculum vitae
- A letter of interest describing your qualifications for the position and how your experience and vision align with the University of Arizona Purpose and Values and the School of Music's Mission.
- Contact information for three to five references (can be listed on one separate document).
Applicants advancing to the second round of review may be asked to provide additional materials.
Review of Applications begins April 20, 2026, and will remain open until filled. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool.
Security and Notices
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