Expectation and Condition of Employment - Howard Payne University, a church-related institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, seeks to employ evangelical Christians who are dedicated to teaching and service as they model the principles of the Christian faith and the University’s sincere religious beliefs.

Howard Payne University (hereafter, University) is committed to the integration of learning and Christian faith in the pursuit of truth. Employees are expected to embrace the Christian Mission Statement and Core Values of the University and must support the University’s affirmation of traditional Christian and Baptist beliefs by leading lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities both on campus and through a local church.

Mission Statement - Howard Payne University is a Christ-centered academic community dedicated to excellence by developing and equipping the whole person for intellectual inquiry, personal and professional integrity, and service to God and humanity.

Core Values of Howard Payne University

 We believe and affirm that the University as an institution and each individual called to serve the Lord at Howard Payne should strive to demonstrate a commitment to these five Core Values:

1) Centered on Christ

1. Col. 3:17, Matt. 7:24

2) Focused on community

1. Eph. 4:4-6, 1 Pet. 3:8

3) Called to service

1. Mark 10:45, Phil. 2:3-5

4) Committed to excellence

1. Gen. 1:31, 1 Cor. 9:24

5) Dedicated to stewardship

1. Gen. 2:15, 1 Pet. 4:10

As a condition of employment, employees agree to be paid by Direct Deposit. 

Your signature on this job description indicates your understanding and affirmation of all of the statements above.

 Job Summary - Teach a full load (equivalent of 24-27 credit hours per academic year and must maintain a minimum of seven office hours per each fall and spring semester) of university courses for undergraduate students by performing the following duties.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned by the Dean, School of Music and Fine Arts.

1. Teaches one or more subjects within the Department of Music's prescribed curriculum with a primary focus in music theory, private applied piano, and class piano
2. Prepares and delivers lectures and other instruction to students
3. Compiles bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments
4. Stimulates class discussions
5. Compiles, administers, and grades examinations
6. Performs related duties such as advising students on academic and vocational curricula
7. Serves on faculty committees as assigned
8. Develops and provides innovative instruction in music theory, private applied piano, and class piano
9. Assesses and reports student achievement validly and reliably
10. Mentors’ music majors
11. Participates in and contribute to the University community
12. Delivers academic advising to undergraduate students in music
13. Participates in music juries, sophomore assessments, recitals, recital hour, and studio class
14. Participate in collaborative music projects

Qualifications - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Essential Duty and Responsibility listed above satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities.

1. Education and Experience – Completed Master of Music degree with an emphasis in theory and/or composition from an accredited university with university teaching experience at the undergraduate level strongly preferred. Specialization and expertise in aural-skill development is highly desirable. Applicants with demonstrated skill as a collaborative pianist/accompanist and/or stylistic flexibility in classical, jazz and worship may also be privileged during the search

2. Language Skills - Must be able to read, write and converse effectively in English in order to follow the University's Administrative Policies and safely perform the essential duties of the job. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents in English, ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints, ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style, ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to University students, trustees, other employees and the public

3. Math Skills - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages and area, ability to apply concepts of basic algebra

4. Reasoning Ability – Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems in English, ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases, ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables

5. Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a good working knowledge of commonly used Internet browsers; Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Finale/Dorico, and ProTools or other recording software

6. License - Must be at least 21 years of age and maintain a valid Texas driver's license to drive any vehicle, including personally owned vehicles, on behalf of the University

7. Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

8. Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals used to clean and/or renovate buildings and maintain the grounds of the University. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

**For a full job description and to apply, please go to www.hputx.edu/jobs 

About Howard Payne University

Expectation and Condition of Employment - Howard Payne University, a church-related institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, seeks to employ evangelical Christians who are dedicated to teaching and service as they model the principles of the Christian faith and the University’s sincere religious beliefs. The University is committed to the integration of learning and Christian faith in the pursuit of truth. Employees are expected to embrace the Christian mission statement and core values of the university and must support the university’s affirmation of traditional Christian and Baptist beliefs by leading lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities both on campus and through a local church. Mission Statement - Howard Payne University is a Christ-centered academic community dedicated to excellence by developing and equipping the whole person for intellectual inquiry, personal and professional integrity, and service to God and humanity. Core Values of Howard Payne University - Seeking to engage the life of the mind and the life of the Spirit, Howard Payne University affirms that: • God is the loving creator of al...l things and the author of all truth; • Because God is the author of all truth, open inquiry is an act of intellect and of faith and is to be wholly embraced; • Because open inquiry is an act of intellect and of faith, such efforts must proceed from rigorous academic standards and genuine commitment to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord; • For open inquiry to contain rigorous academic standards and genuine Christian commitment, there must be at all times a supportive learning environment that affirms human dignity for all as created in the image of God; and • Committing oneself to the teachings of Jesus will result in Christ-centered, God-honoring and humanity-serving life choices characterized by honesty, integrity, healthy lifestyles and personal responsibility. As a condition of employment, employees are paid by direct deposit. Your signature on this job description indicates your understanding and affirmation of the statements above. Application Procedure: Submit an HPU Employment Application (available at: www.hputx.edu/jobs), a letter of application addressing in detail how you meet the position requirements, curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts and the names and contact information for three professional references to: Mr. Bill Fishback Associate Vice President for Business and Human Resources Howard Payne University 1000 Fisk Avenue, Suite 210 Brownwood, TX 76801 E-mail: hr@hputx.edu Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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