3248 TIA Pianist

City College of San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave benefits (Limited Hours)

RHCTF contribution notice

Job summary

City College of San Francisco in San Francisco, CA seeks a Temporary-Exempt Pianist to support the Music and Theatre Arts department. The role involves assisting voice and choir students, providing keyboard accompaniment, and coaching performers on rhythm and interpretation.

Position is limited hours with a cap of 900 hours per fiscal year and requires on-site presence. Enter salary at the approved step under SEIU Local 1021; no remote work.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least five years of recognized musical training.
• At least one year of experience as a professional pianist or piano instructor.
• Combination of training and experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Accompanies choral classes, plays, productions, dance, and soloists to support faculty with student progress.
• Analyzes assigned music prior to rehearsal to ensure efficient use of rehearsal time and performance schedules.
• Provides keyboard accompaniment for repertoire, exercises, and performances.
• Rehearses with voice students to monitor progress and assist with rhythm, tempo, and interpretation.
• Performs other related duties to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of performances.

Skills

Musical training 5+ years

Professional pianist 1+ year

Job description

The salary for this position is $37.5280/hourly. NOTE : The position’s salary placement shall be at the entrance salary step, except as otherwise provided in the SEIU Local 1021 collective bargaining agreement.

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Classified - Temporary-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time As Needed

Hours/Week

Hours/Week As Needed - Hours are subject to change after appointment depending on District needs. Employment is not to exceed 1,040 hours in any fiscal year

Appointment Schedule

Appointment Schedule As Needed/Limited Hours

(STO) School Term/Summer enter number of days

(STO) School Term/Summer enter number of days No

Bilingual Position

No

Position Description

Temporary-Exempt ( TEX ). Exempt employees are considered “at will” and serve at the discretion of the appointing officer. One (1) “Limited Hours” position. Appointment of either full-time or part-time work schedule against a temporary requisition designated as Limited Hours to a total of 900 work hours per fiscal year. The 3248 TIA Pianist provides support for the education of students in the Music and Theatre Arts department, in particular for voice and choir students, but also occasionally other areas needing a pianist. The pianist provides musical accompaniment for students of varying skill levels, from “pitch learners” to highly skilled students. They help students improve musical accuracy (pitch, rhythm, text) and develop musical interpretations. Note: This is not a remote work position and requires office/on-site presence.

Job Duties

Please note the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to the 3248 Pianist class code and not intended to be an inclusive list.

Essential Functions

1. Accompanies for choral classes, plays, productions, dance, and soloists (e.g. recording practice sessions, providing feedback, providing adequate rehearsal and coaching, etc.) for the purpose of assisting faculty with student progress and following instructor guidelines.

2. Analyzes assigned music prior to rehearsal and performances (e.g. correct tempos, challenging transitions, dynamics, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring efficient use of rehearsal time and performance schedules.

3. Provides keyboard accompaniment (e.g. repertoire, exercises, and performances, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring pianist support and instruction.

4. Rehearses with voice students (e.g. coach individual and groups, monitor progress, etc.) for the purpose of monitoring progress and assisting students in overcoming difficulties with rhythm, tempo, and interpretation of music to achieve desired outcomes.

5. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the performances.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Completion of at least five (5) years of recognized musical training at a conservatory of music, a college or university; AND

2. At least one (1) year of experience as a professional pianist or piano instructor/dance pianist.

OR

3. Combination of training and experience mentioned above.

NOTE : College Work Study and Student Lab Aide experience with the District will be considered/applied as qualifying experience per an agreement made between the District and SEIU . This agreement will allow the District students to take advantage of employment opportunities. March 2024

Desirable Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to play art songs, musical theatre, and popular songs with accuracy and musicality.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively accompany and adapt to the performer where appropriate.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with students online in videoconferencing settings.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with and exercising patience with students of all skill levels.
• Demonstrated ability working effectively with members of a highly diverse community.
• Demonstrated ability to focus students on specific aspects of performance in short individual sessions.
• Demonstrated ability to sight read scores.

“Limited Hours” appointees earn limited benefits (Sick pay only). New employees hired on or after October 1, 2013 will contribute 2% of salary to the San Francisco Retiree Health Care Trust ( RHCTF ).

ADA Statement

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in this hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail] to make the necessary arrangements. Please be aware that verification of a covered disability under the ADA may be required.

Selection Procedure/Conditions of Employment

Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience. Additional screening mechanisms may be implemented in order to determine applicants’ qualifications. Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Department will be invited to participate in the selection process. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview. Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with City College of San Francisco and the City and County of San Francisco.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the City College of San Francisco to provide all persons with equal employment and educational opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, age, gender, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, disability or AIDS / HIV status, medical conditions, gender identity, or status as a Vietnam-Era veteran. These categories specifically include status as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning person in any District program or activity. For further information, contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail] .

Posting Number

Posting Number CS00393P

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/28/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 09/15/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Contact

Contact Phone/Extension

Contact Phone/Extension .

Supplemental Questions

• * Do you have a least five (5) years of recognized musical training at a conservatory of music, a college or university?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you possess at least one (1) year of experience as a professional pianist or piano instructor/dance pianist?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have demonstrated ability to play art songs, musical theatre, and popular songs with accuracy and musicality?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have demonstrated ability to effectively accompany and adapt to the performer where appropriate?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have demonstrated experience working effectively with students online in videoconferencing settings?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you possess demonstrated experience working effectively with and exercising patience with students of all skill levels?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Can you demonstrate a sensitivity to and an understanding of working in a diverse community environment?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have demonstrated ability to focus students on specific aspects of performance in short individual sessions?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have demonstrated ability to sight read scores?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How many years of experience do you have in musical training at a conservatory of music, a college or university?
  • No experience.
  • Less than one year (less than 2000 hours)
  • At least 1 year (minimum 2000 hours), but less than 2 years (4000 hours)
  • At least 2 years (minimum 4000 hours), but less than 3 years (6000 hours)
  • At least 3 years (minimum 6000 hours), but less than 4 years (8000 hours)
  • At least 4 years (minimum 8000 hours), but less than 5 years (10000 hours)
  • 5 years (minimum 10000 hours) or more
• * How many years of experience do you have in as a professional pianist or piano instructor/dance pianst?
  • No experience.
  • Less than one year (less than 2000 hours)
  • At least 1 year (minimum 2000 hours)

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