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University of Southern Mississippi

Adjunct Faculty, School of Music

University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States, 39400

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Overview The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty, School of Music.

Location: Hattiesburg, 118 College Drive, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001, United States. Division: School of Music. Position Type: Faculty. Employment Status: Part Time. Grant Funded: No. Pay Grade: Generic Grade. Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary The University of Southern Mississippi School of Music seeks qualified musicians in all fields, specialties and instruments for hire on a per service basis. The School of Music is a comprehensive music program that provides high quality experiences for students and community members through a variety of musical activities. These activities are essential to the development of our students. Occasionally, the School of Music must supplement these musical activities with highly qualified musicians, directors, conductors, technicians, creative staff and lecturers from a variety of specialty areas.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Perform with a high level of professionalism

Wear appropriate concert dress, as indicated by the conductor

Provide a professional quality instrument in good repair as needed and appropriate

Follow all performance directions of the conductor as appropriate

Be present at least 10 minutes before all scheduled services

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Professional level performance, conducting or technical theatre skill level, as determined by the Director.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

As appropriate to discipline and course(s) assigned.

Preferred Qualifications Professional level performance, conducting or technical theatre skill level, as determined by the Director.

About The University of Southern Mississippi Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report The University of Southern Mississippi is committed to the safety and security of the USM community. The annual federal required compliance document which contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University is available on the UPD website at http://www.usm.edu/police/. You may also request a copy by contacting the University Police Department at Bond Hall, 1st Floor West, Hattiesburg, MS 39406 (601) 266-4986. The policy statements address the University's policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security, for example, policies for responding to emergency situations and sexual offenses. Three years' of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on campus, in or on off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University and on public property within or immediately adjacent to the campus.

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