On staff : a practical guide to starting your career in a university music department / Donald L. Hamann.

Author/creator Hamann, Donald L.
Format Book
PublicationNew York : Oxford University Press, [2013]
Descriptionxvi, 219 pages ; 25 cm
Subjects

Contents Position announcement descriptions -- Preparing your application materials : applying for the job -- Applying for the job : the process -- Preparing for the campus interview -- The interview -- The offer and the negotiation -- Your first days on campus and beyond.
Abstract A practical guide to starting a successful career in a music department in higher education, this book thoroughly details the application, interview, and negotiation processes. It offers a wealth of practical information on getting a post, your first days in the post, acquiring tenure and promotion, working with colleagues and administration, beginning your career, and learning about yourself in the higher education setting. This book will show you how to: Organize your professional experiences in an eye-appealing and easily read CV; develop attention catching cover letters that avoid common pitfalls and instead create positive, lasting impressions; create meaningful teaching philosophies and research statements; acquire effective interview techniques by becoming aware of frequently asked interview questions, the nuances of interview apparel, dining etiquette, and recognizing what committees and administrators are looking for in a candidate; negotiate job offers effectively; and once you get that position, this book will show you how to keep it, to get tenure and promotion, and to be successful in your chosen higher education institution.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2012043306
ISBN9780199947041 (alk. paper)
ISBN019994704X (alk. paper)
ISBN9780199947027 (alk. paper)
ISBN0199947023 (alk. paper)
Standard identifier# 40022473609

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Music Music Stacks ML3795 .H26 2013 ✔ Available Place Hold