Graduate Assistant

Graduate Assistant (Non-Classified)

Workstudy Position:
No

Job Type: Less than Annual Appointment (Fixed Term)

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Monticello

UAM, one of twenty campuses of the University of Arkansas System, is located in southeastern Arkansas in the beautiful timberlands, rich in outdoor recreation activities, and approximately 100 miles south of Little Rock. UAM is a comprehensive, residential and commuter, undergraduate institution also offering selected master's degree programs.

Graduate assistants will perform duties relevant to their degree and future profession. This may include conducting ensembles, teaching methods courses, teaching applied lessons, or other duties as needed by the Division of Music and within the graduate assistant's area of expertise. The graduate assistant may also play in different ensembles as needed. The graduate assistantship is a 12-month appointment designed for completion of a one-year master's degree in jazz studies.

(1) The applicant must have completed the requirements for the baccalaureate degree prior to enrolling in the first graduate class and have gained admission to the Graduate School at the University of Arkansas at Monticello or elsewhere. The applicant must have a Bachelor of Music Degree or at least 18 credit hours in the area of performant, education, or jazz (instruments include saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, guitar, bass, set, and voice).(2)

Competency on a least one of the instruments listed above will be determined at the discretion of the instructing faculty.(3) The applicant must also provide a recording of two contrasting standard jazz tunes with head and improvisation, specific jazz scales and modes as determined by the program director, and a jazz tune of the applicant's choice with head and improvisation.(4)

The applicant must submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and name and contact information for 3 professional references. A list of eligible applicants will be forwarded by the Director of Graduate Jazz Studies or the Director of Choral Activities to the Chair of the Division of Music. Some applicants may require additional interviewing and/or review of credentials to evaluate possible selections.(5)

The applicant must sign a contract that outlines the duration of the graduate assistantship, the stipend amount, hours associated with the assistantship, and a description of job duties. The GA will be advised by the Director of Graduate Jazz Studies, the Director of Choral Activities, and/or the Chair of the Division of Music on additional paperwork that is needed prior to the appointment.(6)

Additional orientation meetings may be required by UAM, the Graduate School, or the Division of Music.

Additional Information:

Graduate assistants will perform duties relevant to their degree and future profession. This may include conducting ensembles, teaching methods courses, teaching applied lessons, or other duties as needed by the Division of Music and within the graduate assistant's area of expertise. The successful candidate will also demonstrate organization skills, effective time management and a high level of self-direction in pursuit of assigned tasks and obligations.

Salary Information: $8,500.00 per 12-months

Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents:

Recruitment Contact Information:
Dr. Steven Harper, Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; harpers

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry ( MVR ) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing.

A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy.…