Music Ensemble Librarian

Music Opportunities; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Mead Witter School of Music at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Music Ensemble Librarian to oversee the libraries for its large performing ensembles. The role covers music acquisition, rentals, licensing, and ensuring copyright compliance, with responsibility for transferring markings to parts and keeping accurate library records.

You will develop systems for electronic and physical records, supervise student staff, participate in hiring and training, and prepare reports for

Qualifications

• Oversee libraries for large ensembles
• Manage music acquisition, rentals, and licensing
• Ensure copyright compliance
• Transfer markings to parts and maintain records
• Maintain library databases and audition excerpt records
• Develop systems for electronic and physical records
• Supervise student staff including hiring and training
• Prepare reports for music agencies
• Maintain budgets and collaborate with publishers and composers

Responsibilities

• Oversee libraries for the Mead Witter School of Music's large performing ensembles.
• Handle music acquisition, rentals, and licensing and ensure copyright compliance.
• Transfer musical markings to parts before distribution and maintain library databases.
• Develop organizational systems for electronic and physical records and supervise student staff.
• Prepare reports for music agencies, manage budgets, and collaborate with publishers and composers to acquire needed music.

Job description

# Music Ensemble LibrarianUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison•Madison, Wisconsin, United StatesApply / Visit WebsiteContactAbout this opportunityThe Mead Witter School of Music is looking for a Music Ensemble Librarian to oversee the libraries for its large performing ensembles. This role includes managing music acquisition, rentals, and licensing, ensuring compliance with copyright laws, and maintaining records of rental pieces. The librarian will also be responsible for transferring musical markings to parts before distribution and maintaining the library databases, including an audition excerpt database.In addition to library management, the position involves developing organizational systems for both electronic and physical records. The librarian will supervise student staff, assisting with hiring and training, and ensuring that all performance materials are prepared and organized for the large ensembles. Other responsibilities include preparing reports for music agencies, maintaining budgets, and collaborating with publishers and composers to acquire necessary music for performances.This position is part of the College of Letters & Science at the Mead Witter School of Music, which has a long history of providing a student-centered musical education since 1895.DeadlineNov 16, 2026Work settingIn-personLocationMadison, Wisconsin, United StatesStart dateNot specifiedCheck the official website for the most current details.CompensationNot specifiedCheck the official website for the most current details.Job typeAdmin/Production/OtherContract typePart time