Assistant Chair, Voice Department

Job Description:

Berklee College of Music invites nominations and applications for a full-time Assistant Chair position in the Voice Department.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate significant professional accomplishment, knowledge, and skill in vocal performance and pedagogy across a wide variety of contemporary styles, alongside expertise in applying science-based vocal pedagogy to vocal training. They will be committed to excellence in teaching with a deep dedication to vocal health and wellness. Berklee seeks a leader who thrives in a campus climate that actively promotes cultural diversity, equity, and multicultural understanding.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Assisting the Chair with the leadership and administration of the department, including:

• Faculty Support: Leading faculty supervision, scheduling, evaluation, and professional development.

• Student Advising: Guiding and advising students within the department.

• Operations & Budgeting: Managing the departmental budget, facilities, regular concerts, and specialized clinics.

• Academic Leadership: Supporting the department's musical and educational direction, including curriculum development, goal setting, and modern educational technology support.

• Summer Programming: Assisting with college summer offerings, including the 12-Week semester program, the Aspire 5-Week program, and the week-long Vocal Summit.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Master of Music (or equivalent professional experience) is required.

• Experience: Proven background as an excellent musician, experienced educator, and effective administrator, preferably within a collegiate setting.

• Artistic Standing: National recognition as a musician and a thorough understanding of contemporary musical styles.

• Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with an aptitude f

• or embracing cultural diversity in individuals, teaching perspectives, and curriculum design.

Position Details & Compensation

• Application Deadline: November 1, 2026

• Appointment: This is a full-time, 12-month position with an initial three-year appointment

• starting September 1, 2027.

• Compensation: Commensurate with professional experience, competencies, and qualifications.

Salary range is $109k - $140k

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee: 

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.  Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at [email protected] or call 617-747-2375.

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