Chorus Librarian

League of American Orchestras; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

The League of American Orchestras in Houston seeks a part-time Chorus Librarian to support rehearsals and performances. You will manage the chorus library, prepare scores, and coordinate with staff and volunteers to ensure timely music delivery.

Responsibilities include cataloging, music distribution at rehearsals, and maintaining accurate records in the chorus portal. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success.

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.
• Clear, concise communicator in writing as well as in public speaking.
• Experience in organizing groups and working with volunteers is desired.
• Able to navigate electronic music library databases and adequate computer skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Music library management

Orchestral library experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Volunteer coordination

Self-starter

Computer skills

Education

Degree in Music

Tools

OPAS

Music database

General computer software

Job description

Job 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