Departmental Assistant

About UMass Amherst

The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450-acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued-and thrives, and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors. We believe every member of our university community can contribute to our ongoing success by striving for the highest level of excellence as we seek breakthrough solutions to mounting environmental, social, economic, and technological challenges in our world.

Job Summary

• Serves as guitar instructor for Jazz in July.

Essential Functions

• Teach applied jazz improvisation clinics online.
• Coach guitar master classes online.
• Teach related coursework for the Jazz in July Online program.

Other Functions

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

• Accomplished guitar expertise.
• Previous teaching experience.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Must be able to stand and sit for periods of time.

Work Schedule

• Variable schedule; may include some nights and weekends.
• This is a temporary, non-benefited position.

Salary Information

• $32.50 per hour.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Along with the application, please submit a resume.

The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.