Administrative Faculty Program Associate

Final date to receive applications

January 29, 2026

Full-Time Regular

201506

[C25-100]

Administrative Faculty Program Associate

Department of Music

Central Connecticut State University invites applications to join the Department of Music as a full-time Administrative Faculty Program Associate. We seek applicants who are ready to thrive in a creative and collaborative academic setting for a growing student population, while contributing meaningfully to the department's daily operations and long‑term success.

Central Connecticut State University is the first publicly funded university in the state. As we recently celebrated 175 years of academic excellence and innovation, please visit CCSU to learn more.

About CCSU's Department of Music

The Department of Music offers a Bachelor of Arts in Music with six concentrations (Performance, Music Theory & Composition, Music Technology, Jazz Studies, Flexible Music, and Music with an External Minor), a Bachelor of Science in Music Education, and a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate for Teacher Preparation in Music Education (K-12). Our programs combine musical training with creative exploration and an active performance culture, preparing students for careers in teaching, performance, scholarship, and beyond.

Position Profile

This position supports faculty, staff, and students by coordinating academic processes, managing purchases and special payments, and assisting with core departmental operations. Key responsibilities include maintaining student records, supporting recruitment and retention efforts, contributing to marching band and music technology initiatives, and assisting the Department Chair with accreditation and other tasks essential to the department's daily operations and long‑term growth. Successful candidates will be adaptable, collaborative, and skilled at managing multiple priorities in a creative, student‑centered academic environment.

Applicant Evaluative Criteria

Applicant profiles and supplementary materials will be evaluated for appointment based on the following:

Education:

All applicants must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Experience and Training:

* Two years of professional experience in academic or administrative operations

Ideal Candidate

Preference will be given to applicants with the following:

* Bachelor's degree in music, Arts Administration, or related field

* Experience supporting academic or administrative operations in a higher‑education setting

* Proven ability to manage schedules, coordinate events, and track multiple deadlines

* Experience with budget monitoring, purchasing, and general resource management

* Experience with in the arts or related creative discipline

* Familiarity with music curriculum structures, accreditation standards, or assessment processes

* Prior involvement with a university marching band program, including scheduling, purchasing, or logistical coordination

* Practical knowledge to support music technology initiatives or related program development

To Apply

To begin the application process, select the "Apply" button and electronically submit the following documents by January 29, 2026:

* Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position.

* Current Résumé

* Names of three current professional references with title, email addresses and telephone numbers.

Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. E-mailed and mailed applications will not be accepted. Please redact any personally identifiable information (i.e., Social Security Number, date of birth, marital status, country of origin) from any documents submitted.

Inquiries may be sent to Dr. Heather de Savage, Search Committee Chair, at  or heather.desavage.

Compensation and Employee Benefits

The Administrative Faculty Program Associate is compensated at the Administrator II salary level in accordance with the State University Organization of Administrative Faculty (SUOAF) Collective Bargaining Union Agreement.

For more information, please visit SUOAF.

The State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and…