About this role

JOB SUMMARY:
Vocal music director for a Clemson Players musical production. Auditions to take place in October 2026, with the show running during the Spring semester 2027. This is a short-term position (October 2026 - February 2027) focusing on vocal direction of the musical, Urinetown. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:
90% - Under the supervision of the Director, Becky Becker, direct vocal talent for the musical from rehearsals through production run in conjunction with the director of instrumental music, Kim Souther.

10% - Aid in the casting of vocal talent through the audition process scheduled for early October, 2026

JOB CODE:
UB04

EMPLOYEE TYPE:
Temporary (TMP) Staff (Fixed Term)

Minimum Education

Master of Music Degree

Minimum Work Experience

University teaching experience and a minimum of 5 years serving as a vocal music director for musical productions.

Preferred Education

D.M.A.

Preferred Education Area

Vocal Studies

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Stand for Prolonged Period: 80%
Walk or move about: 20%
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 100%
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 100%

WORKING CONDITIONS:
None: %

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours:
15

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

Expected Salary Range
6000 - 6000
Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:
Normal Operations - Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:
Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
September 22, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

Military Equivalency : Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact [email protected] with any questions or issues.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.