Assistant Chair, Professional Music

Berklee College of Music is seeking an Assistant Chair for the Professional Music Department. The Assistant Chair will provide leadership in the practical implementation of artistic and educational goals, with a focus on student support, operations, and curricular offerings. This is a 12-month administrative position with an expected start date of August 2026.

Requirements

• Represent the department in administrative settings and externally
• Provide collaborative leadership in advancing departmental goals
• Support departmental operations and day-to-day logistical coordination
• Advise students on academic progress, career goals, and artistic development
• Assist with faculty and staff recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, development, and evaluation
• Support curriculum development, implementation, and review
• Promote student success and recruitment
• Coordinate and implement strategic projects
• Organize and facilitate department-sponsored events
• Assist with the management of Department budgets
• Serve on Department, Division, and College committees
• Teach a minimum of one course per fall/spring semester
• Maintain professional engagement

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Remission
• Professional Development Opportunities