Director of UHD Mariachi Ensembles and Artist in Residence, University of Houston Downtown
Position Announcement: Director of UHD Mariachi Ensembles and Artist in Residence, University of Houston-Downtown
The University of Houston-Downtown Department of Arts and Communication is seeking candidates for the non-tenure track, part-time position of Director of Mariachi, Artist in Residence. The intended candidate should be committed to excellence in teaching a diverse student body. The successful candidate will initiate the formation of a Mariachi ensemble upon arrival in consultation with the department chair and faculty. Duties will include student recruitment; planning and maintaining an active performance agenda for Mariachi ensemble(s) in conjunction with a community arts liaison; and building and maintaining a relationship with UHD Mariachi alumni.
This position requires face-to-face interactions through a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Job Description
- Teaches Mariachi Ensemble courses each long semester (one 3-credit hour and one 1-credit hour combined undergraduate course)
- Directs all aspects of university Mariachi ensemble(s) including programming, rehearsals, and performances
- Works with community arts liaison and department staff regarding procedural or administrative items necessary for directing a university Mariachi ensemble including space reservation, event advertising, and budget management
Required Qualifications
- A strong record of professional activities in Mariachi performance and teaching
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s level music degree with an emphasis on Mariachi, Mariachi education, or a related field
- Prior experience teaching at a university and building mariachi programs is strongly encouraged
To Apply:
- A letter of interest, including a narrative addressing the applicant’s qualifications and ability to fulfill the expectations of the position
- A curriculum vitae
- Names and contact information for three professional references
- Unofficial transcripts of conferred degrees
- Link to a 10-15 minute video of the candidate facilitating a class or rehearsal or conducting a performance to be submitted to Chair Dr. Azar Rejaie at rejaiea@uhd.edu
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
