Chorus Librarian

Job Details

Location:

Jones Hall – Houston, TX 77002
Position Type:
Part Time
Salary Range: $19.00 – $20.00 hourly

Job Title:

Chorus Librarian
Department:
Artistic

Reports to:

Senior Director, Artistic Planning
Status:
Part‑time, Hourly (approximately 10 hours per pay period; schedule must be flexible; workload varies by season, rehearsals, performances and occasional travel)

• 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 staff chorus manager and other staff as needed regarding outstanding music owed by members
• Retrieve music from library and ensure delivery of music to rehearsal and/or performance locations
• 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

• 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 have adequate computer skills
• Experience with OPAS or other similar software is a plus