Contra Costa Community College District is hiring : Assistant Professor - Music (

Overview Assistant Professor - Music (Instrumental / Generalist) (Tenure Track)

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About the Position The Los Medanos College Music Department seeks enthusiastic applicants for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Orchestra & Band / Generalist Music. The successful candidate will provide high quality classroom instruction to a diverse student population, collaborate with other faculty, and support student success. Teaching responsibilities may include Concert Band and additional duties depending on expertise, such as instrumental ensembles in various styles (Jazz, Pop, Latin, Community, etc.), Music theory / Ear training, Music Appreciation (multiple styles including Classical, Jazz, Rock and R&B, Hip Hop, American, World Music, etc.), Commercial Music, and Electronic Music.

The position emphasizes expanding the college’s band and general music programs, including directing concerts and ensembles for the department, campus, and community. The professor will be part of a collaborative faculty team engaged in curriculum development, student engagement strategies, and college initiatives.

About the Department The Music Department offers Choral / Vocal Studies, Concert Band, Instrumental Music, Midi, Jazz Studies, and Piano courses and ensembles. Degrees include Music and Music for Transfer. The department values collaboration, inclusivity, and innovative courses and degrees to support students’ educational and transfer goals. For more information, visit .

About the College Los Medanos College (LMC) serves about 10,000 students pursuing transfer preparation, career education, and skill building. Located in East Contra Costa County, LMC serves a diverse student population across multiple locations including the Pittsburg campus, Brentwood Center, and online offerings. The college is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) committed to equitable success for all students and to academic excellence, equity, and inclusion.

Duties and Responsibilities Advance equitable student learning through exemplary instruction aligned with course outlines.

Participate in assessment of student learning and outcomes for courses and programs; develop and implement SLO assessment processes.

Collaborate on curriculum development and program review; contribute to program improvement initiatives.

Engage in department, division, and college committees; participate in professional development.

Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter and effective teaching strategies; uphold professional conduct and ethics.

Inform students of course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance expectations; communicate academic progress.

Prepare and grade assignments and examinations; maintain records and submit by deadlines.

Maintain regular office hours and participate in shared governance processes.

Contribute to directing concerts and ensembles and support college and community outreach as needed.

Qualifications Understanding of and sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds. Master’s in music OR Bachelor’s in music AND Master’s in humanities OR the equivalent OR California Community College System Credential in Music. Desirable qualifications include collegiate teaching experience and demonstrated ability to recruit and recruit diverse student musicians, Ensemble leadership, and proficiency to accompany rehearsals on piano.

Salary and benefits : Initial external placement ranges from $68,136 to $112,848 per year, with potential to $132k depending on degree and experience. Benefits include STRS membership, health, dental, vision, flexible spending, life and disability insurance, EAP, retirement plans, sabbatical leave, and other district offerings.

Supplemental Questions Required fields indicate your alignment with minimum qualifications and relevant experience in areas such as instrumental ensembles, recruitment, marketing and outreach, and inclusive teaching practices. Each question is open-ended and should reflect your strategies for building a successful instrumental program at Los Medanos College.

Required Documents Applicants should provide Unofficial Transcript (showing degrees conferred), Cover Letter, and Resume / CV. Optional documents include Equivalency Application, Foreign Degree Evaluation (NACES), and additional unofficial transcripts.

How to Apply Submit all application materials online. Ensure all documents are received by the closing date. An official transcript may be required prior to employment. If applying under equivalency, submit the Equivalency form and any supporting documentation. Foreign degree evaluations from NACES agencies may be required.

Inquiries Please contact Leetha Robertson, Sr. Administrative Assistant-Office of Instruction, lrobertson@losmedanos.edu

Additional Information Posting Number : F01275

• Openings : 1
• Location : Los Medanos College
• Employment Begins : Fall 2026
• Months : 12
• EEO / Faculty & Other Instructional Staff
• District benefits and additional details available through the Contra Costa Community College District.

Supplemental note : The district is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodation requests may be made to the Human Resources Department.

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