Adjunct, Music Technology

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Associate Dean, the Adjunct Faculty member will teach a lower-division music technology course (MUSC 1515). This course is usually the first step in several of the degrees and certificates offered at SLCC, and is a prerequisite for subsequent courses.

This is a pooled position. The department reviews applications as positions become available.

This position is paid at $1,082.40 per instructional unit.

Please attach resume or curriculum vitae, copy of transcripts, or other documents for consideration.

1. In accordance with SLCC policy, adjunct positions are offered on a semester-by-semester basis with no guarantee of continued employment.
2. Official transcripts are required for those who are offered employment within in 30 days of hire.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities & Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Teach in-person courses in beginning and intermediate music production.
2. Instruct students in the use of music technologies, including microphones, MIDI, and digital audio.
3. Teach music production using one or more standard Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), such as Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Cubase, Reaper, etc.
4. Offer timely, constructive feedback on assignments and return graded work in accordance with department standards.
5. Maintain accurate records of student attendance and grades for institutional and financial aid purposes.
6. Inform students of their academic progress regularly and submit final grades by published deadlines.
7. Respond to student inquiries and concerns promptly, typically within 1-2 business days.
8. Provide ADA accommodations as requested and enforce FERPA guidelines.
9. Adhere to all college policies, with particular attention to those governing professional interactions and instructional responsibilities.
10. Maintain professional etiquette and appearance in all communications and interactions with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
11. Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
12. Prepare and submit incident reports for inappropriate student behavior in accordance with the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities.
13. Complete all required employee trainings and maintain collegial behavior within the department and institution.
14. Participate in departmental meetings, juries, and collaborative activities as needed to support the music program and student success.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficiency in at least one of the following DAWs: Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Cubase, Reaper.
• Strong working knowledge of digital music production, including recording, mixing, and mastering.
• Ability to teach technical and creative aspects of music production in an engaging and accessible way.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College.
• Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities.

All Faculty will maintain an on-site campus presence to encourage in-person relationships and create engaging, meaningful, and impactful learning experiences unless approved for on-line only courses.

You are employed as an Adjunct Faculty member/ Instructor on a contract-to-contract basis, with no future expectation or obligation for employment.

Your employment may be terminated At Will at any time.

You are required to maintain professional boundaries with all SLCC students.

Minimum qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Music, Music Technology, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
2. Demonstrated ability to teach students in music subjects, such as audio production, music mixing, bands, introduction to music, or similar hands-on music courses.
3. Experience demonstrated in one or more industry-standard Digital Audio.
4. Workstation environments; Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton, Reaper, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master's degree in music, music technology, or a related field from an accredited college or university,
2. A record of successful teaching in the discipline at the college/university level.
3. Familiarity with system networking technology, especially Dante AV0IP and MIDI systems.
4. Experience in leading bands, orchestras, jazz, popular music bands, and/or other instrumental music groups in an educational setting.
5. Relevant industry experience.
6. Record of successful and paid experience with curriculum development of music courses.
7. Record of successful and paid experience teaching online classes and working in online educational platforms.
8. Record of successful and paid experience with supervising and/or advising students.
9. Experience as a producer in a recording studio environment.
10. Up-to-date knowledge of industry practices.

SLCC Information

Salt Lake Community College is Utah's largest open-access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah's fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students' lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.

Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation occurs when we can collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.

Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.

This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.

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