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Chorus Librarian

HOUSTON SYMPHONY SOCIETY
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Houston, TX 77203, US

Salary

$19 - $20 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The position is for a part-time Chorus Librarian located at Jones Hall in Houston, TX, with a salary range of $19.00 to $20.00 hourly.
  • Candidates are required to have orchestral and/or choral library experience, and a degree in Music is strongly preferred.
  • The job involves assisting in music preparation, overseeing music distribution, and maintaining the chorus library, with a flexible schedule averaging approximately 10 hours per pay period.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, organizational abilities, and experience in managing groups and volunteers are essential for this role.
  • Applicants should also possess adequate computer skills and familiarity with electronic music library databases, with experience in OPAS or similar software being a plus.

Job DetailsJob Location: Jones Hall - Houston, TX 77002Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $19.00 - $20.00 HourlyJob Title:                     Chorus Librarian Department:                Artistic Reports to:                  Senior Director, Artistic Planning Status:                         Part-time, Hourly (Position averages approximately 10 hours per pay period but schedule must be flexible, and workload varies significantly depending on the time of year and whether the chorus is rehearsing, performing or occasionally traveling.)      Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.   Essential Job Functions: Assist in music collating and preparation for distribution as necessary Oversee music distribution at rehearsals Oversee process of rented/borrowed music returns and accounting for each member's music Maintain chorus library Upload music markings and other musical information to the chorus portal on the website as needed Communicate with chorus manager and other staff as needed as to outstanding music owed by members Retrieve music from library and ensure delivery of music to rehearsal and/or performance location(s)Work with chorus manager and other relevant staff to evaluate, develop and maintain music policies and procedures Respond to members' questions regarding music policies and procedures Coordinate with chorus manager and other relevant staff to ensure music is available to singers in a timely manner Respond to external music library inquiries Coordinate with the orchestra library as needed. Other duties as assigned   Qualifications Degree in Music strongly preferred Orchestral and/or choral library experience required Must have a positive manner, strong interpersonal skills, and collaborative teamwork style Must possess keen organizational skills Must be a self-starter capable of managing multiple tasks and able to follow them through to completion Should be a clear, concise communicator in writing as well as in public speaking Experience in organizing groups and working with volunteers is desired Able and willing to delegate Able to navigate the electronic music library database, and adequate computer skills Experience with OPAS or other similar software is a plus




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