Part-Time Music Ensemble Librarian — Lead Library Ops

University of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation

Sick leave

Competitive insurances

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The Mead Witter School of Music at the University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks a Music Ensemble Librarian NE to manage four ensemble libraries and oversee music acquisitions, licensing, and cataloging for large performing ensembles. The role includes student supervision, database maintenance, and developing procedures for record-keeping and production information for concerts.

Responsibilities include coordinating purchases, rentals, and licensing; ensuring timely distribution of music parts; and

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of performance practices, musical terminology, foreign languages, music theory, orchestration, transposition, and repertoire.
• Familiarity with music publishing, licensing, and copyright laws.
• Music library research skills and understanding of standard reference resources.
• Extraordinary attention to detail and strong organizational skills, including the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with faculty, staff, and students in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages music purchasing, rentals, and licensing for large ensembles.
• Oversees and manages all aspects of the Orchestral, Choral, Wind and Jazz Ensembles libraries.
• Acquire music through purchase or rental; ensure licensing, rental, and copyright compliance; track rentals and returns.
• Ensure markings and bowings transferred to parts prior to distribution; maintain cloud-based storage for music.

Skills

Music knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Supervision

Education

Bachelor degree

Tools

Library databases

Cloud storage

Job description

The Mead Witter School of Music at the University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks a Music Ensemble Librarian NE to manage four ensemble libraries and oversee music acquisitions, licensing, and cataloging for large performing ensembles. The role includes student supervision, database maintenance, and developing procedures for record-keeping and production information for concerts.

Responsibilities include coordinating purchases, rentals, and licensing; ensuring timely distribution of music parts; and