What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Choral Activities and Barbara S. Christie ’76 Director of Laurentian Singers position at St. Lawrence University?
Primary Responsibilities
The Music Department at St. Lawrence University seeks a Director of Choral Activities. This is a an academic support, exempt staff position. The start date for this position is August 2026.
The successful candidate will direct the Laurentian Singers, a select undergraduate vocal ensemble, and the St. Lawrence Choral Society, an ensemble open to the entire university community. This constitutes 2/3 of the director’s teaching load. The remaining 1/3 will be comprised of classroom teaching or private lesson instruction, depending on the director’s interests and abilities and the needs of the department.
The Laurentian Singers sing the school songs at major campus events, such as commencement; present several concerts each semester; and go on tour every spring semester. The St. Lawrence Choral Society typically presents one main performance each semester. The Director of Choral Activities oversees coordinating both on- and off-campus performances for these groups, including organizing the Laurentian Singers’ Spring break tour. It is expected that the person in this position will help plan the annual Candlelight service in Gunnison Chapel and may be asked to help with other singing on campus, such as assisting the Gospel Choir (run by the Chaplain’s Office) or serving as advisor for the various student-run singing groups.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in music
- At least two years of experience directing vocal ensemble
Preferred Qualifications
Salary
The salary range is $70,000-$72,000 annually. Actual salary will be determined by education, experience, and other factors protected by law.
Status (FT, PT, Seasonal, Temp)
FT Seasonal
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ST01450
Desired Start Date
08/17/2026
Open Date (to accept applications)
Close Date (date applications will not be considered)
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Interested applicants must apply online at http://employment.stlawu.edu uploading all required materials which are defined in the “special instructions to applicant” section. Review of applications will begin on or around January 30, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position may be directed to David Henderson, Search Chair, at dhenderson@stlawu.edu.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully passing a background (including criminal records) check.
Salary : $70,000 - $72,000