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The University of Texas at El Paso · 3 months ago

Department Chair - Music

positionEl Paso, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityDirector/Executive

The University of Texas at El Paso is seeking a visionary leader to chair the Department of Music. The Chair will lead the department in various administrative matters, mentor faculty, and develop strategic plans aligned with the university's mission.

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Responsibilities

Lead the department in fiscal, curricular, and accreditation matters
Mentor faculty colleagues in a thriving unit at an R1 university
Collaborate with other units in the Fine and Performing Arts, the College of Liberal Arts, and the university at large
Develop long-term strategic plans for the department in alignment with UTEP's mission and status as an R1 university
Build upon strong partnerships with music and arts organizations in the El Paso/Ciudad Juárez region

Qualification

Terminal degree in musicAdministration experienceResearch/creative activityManagement skillsExceptional communication skills

Required

A terminal degree in music
A demonstrated record of achievement in administration
An exemplary record of research/creative activity and teaching characteristic of the rank of Full Professor
Exceptional communication and management skills

Company

The University of Texas at El Paso

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The University of Texas at El Paso.
dateFounded in 1913
location
El Paso, Texas, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.utep.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

The University of Texas at El Paso has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (17)
2024 (6)
2023 (24)
2022 (34)
2021 (36)
2020 (36)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$2.8M
Key Investors
Google.orgNational Cancer InstituteU.S. Department of Education
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-04-06Grant· $1M
2022-09-13Grant· $0.55M

Leadership Team

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Guadalupe V.
Senior Assoc. Vice President for Business Affairs/Deputy Chief Financial Officer, CGFM
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Mark McGurk
CFO/Vice President for Business Affairs, CPA, CGFM
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