Full Time Faculty, Commercial Music (Audio Recording and Production) AY26/27

Weekly Work Hours

30

Compensation Range

Salary Minimum

FLSA

Position Type

Position Summary

Faculty in Dallas College are expected to perform the duties enumerated in the formal Job Description; to fulfill their responsibilities in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the Dallas College Board of Trustees and outlined in the Dallas College Board Policy Manual; and to comply with both state and federal policy.

Primary teaching responsibilities may include Recording Technology courses (Audio I, II, III and IV), and other recording technology, MIDI, production, live sound or audio-related coursework as appropriate. Duties may also include instruction related to studio recording, signal flow, microphone techniques, Pro Tools based workflows and certification preparation, depending on the candidate's expertise and program needs.

The ideal candidate will approach instruction from a musician-centered perspective, with an understanding of how recording, production, and sound reinforcement support performers, ensembles, and audience experience. Successful candidates will have experience working across a wide range of commercial music genres-including pop, rock, R&B, jazz, country, musical theatre, and related styles.

Because instructors from all areas of the department play a central role in weekly recitals and performance activities that function as a shared focal point of the Commercial Music program, the successful candidate should be comfortable working closely with students and faculty in performance-based environments, including on-campus and off-campus events.

The candidate may also teach private lessons in an applied area, and is expected to participate in program meetings, committee work, juries, and faculty performances as part of the Commercial Music faculty. The successful candidate should be comfortable working with students across a wide range of backgrounds, ages, and ability levels, including military veterans and other non-traditional students.

The candidate should be highly organized and comfortable working on Mac-based systems and with contemporary music technology, including digital audio workstations, live sound consoles, microphones, MIDI, and related hardware and software. Dallas College is also an Avid Learning Partner, so fluency with Avid Pro Tools is required and previous Pro Tools teaching experience is a plus. Familiarity with eCampus and learning management systems is expected.

Successful candidates will also be active performers and/or audio professionals with a strong local, regional, national, or international profile, and who are comfortable collaborating musically with other Commercial Music faculty and performing in faculty recitals.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• The Dallas College System seeks faculty who strive for excellence, are committed to continuous student learning, and demonstrate passion and skill in effective teaching and learning facilitation.

• Such faculty are competent in their discipline and innovative in their approach to learning, and they are committed to personal growth and the on-going assessment and evaluation of their teaching.

• They demonstrate a commitment to the mission and philosophy of the community college and to working effectively with diverse populations.

• They are committed to effective communication with others and fostering an atmosphere of collegiality.

• Finally, they demonstrate and promote high ethical standards and academic honesty.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music, Commercial Music or associate's degree in Music Education, Music, Commercial Music and three years of nonteaching, work-related experience.

• One year of demonstrated teaching experience required.

• Official transcript will be required.

• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

*** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Teach students in assigned classes in accordance with course descriptions and/or learning outcomes, the course syllabus, and institutional policies and procedures

• Provide students with a syllabus that includes required institutional policies, course objectives, materials, and methods of evaluation

• Provide a workload schedule showing teaching and office hours

• Certify student attendance in classes by the established deadlines

• Maintain accurate and complete course records

• Submit final grades by the established deadlines

• Communicate with and provide feedback to students in a timely fashion

• Develop course curriculum and instructional materials (individually or collaboratively)

• Use knowledge of diverse communities and skill sets to diversify teaching methods and delivery of content in instruction

• Provide effective instruction to facilitate student learning in all classes taught

• Evaluate and assess student learning on a regular basis in all classes taught

• Participate in assessment activities at course, department, college, and district levels to assist students in achieving designated course objectives or learning outcomes

• Use appropriate technologies to enhance classroom or online instruction and to achieve established course objectives or learning outcomes

• Regularly evaluate teaching methods and use data to continually improve instructional strategies

Institutional Service

• Support the mission and goals of the college and the strategic priorities of the Board

• Serve on departmental, college, and/or district committees

• Attend scheduled discipline, department, division, and college meetings

• Participate in the review of curricula and selection of instructional materials within the discipline or department

• Participate in required program reviews and the achievement of departmental goals

• Comply with all required college-level and program-level accreditation standards

• Discuss program, career, or transfer options and other college services with students to support informed academic decisions

• Attend required assembly/convocation and commencement/graduation ceremonies

• Perform other duties mutually agreed upon in consultation with supervisor

Professional Development

• Maintain knowledge and competence in the appropriate academic discipline or workforce field

• Maintain any required professional certification or licensure in the appropriate academic or technical discipline, where appropriate

• Remain current with technological and pedagogical advances that promote continuous improvement of student learning

• Participate in a variety of professional development activities

• Participate in one's own performance review and evaluation

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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