Director of Cocurricular Music

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Director of Cocurricular Music Division Enrollment Department/Office Athletics

Position Summary Information

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St. Catherine University invites applications for a full-time position of Director of Cocurricular Musicin the Department of Athletics, Performance, and Competitive Programs. This position will lead a strategic initiative to build on the existing choir structure to create, and execute, a strategic vision for the expansion of cocurricular music programming at the University.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Director will oversee all aspects of operating two cocurricular choirs. This includes budgeting, scheduling, coordinating and programming for performances, and all other administrative aspects of directing a choir. This work will begin by building on the University's existing treble choir and the addition of a second choir in the coming year.
• Recruitment of qualified students to the cocurricular music programs. Work directly with admissions throughout the prospect recruitment process to enroll students to the University and increase participation in vocal performance offerings. Clear recruitment goals are established by the Vice President of Athletics, Performance, and Competitive Programs, with the goal of rapidly growing participation across vocal performance offerings.
• Establish artistic direction for music programming at the University that ensures the development of a vibrant cocurricular music atmosphere, and creates positive, and meaningful experiences for students within the programs.
• Collaborate directly with the University's Center for Spirituality and Social Justice and the Director of Music and Liturgy, and University Events when hosting events that include joint performances.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Choral Conducting or Music Education. At least one year of experience conducting.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters in Choral Conducting or Music Education. Extensive conducting experience.

EEO Statement

Compensation:

Annual wage is $56,535 - $65,000depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary range listed reflects a good-faith estimate of what we reasonably anticipate to pay for this position, based on market data and internal equity, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other relevant factors. St. Catherine reserves the right to modify or adjust compensation depending on University needs.

Benefits:

Employees at St. Kate's feel a deep connection to the University's Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

• Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid "gift" days when the University is closed.
• Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403b retirement plan access
• Accrued sick time

Specific information on all of our available benefits for full-time employees can be found HERE.

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of all religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.

Application instructions for STAFF

Visit St. Kate Careers to apply. Three references and successful completion of a background check will be required for employment.

St. Catherine University

2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Tobacco Free Workplace

Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 20220824-STAFF Posting Start Date 05/26/2026 Application Deadline 06/12/2026

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your highest level of completed education?

• Some high school

• High school diploma or GED

• Some college

• Associate's degree

• Bachelor's degree

• Some graduate school

• Master's degree

• ABD

• Professional degree (e.g., JD, MD)

• Doctoral degree

• • Are you presently legally authorized to work in the United States for any U.S. employer? Please be aware that St. Catherine University is only able to consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States.

• Yes

• No

• • St. Catherine University welcomes applications from candidates who are traditionally under-represented. We are happy to consider candidates who are currently in possession of a temporary work visa, however, please be aware that we do not offer employment visa sponsorship. Will you now or in the future require an employer to sponsor you for an employment-based visa/status in the U.S. (e.g. H-1B status)?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

• • Can you perform the essential functions of this position with or without accommodation?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Recent Rehearsal or Performance