PIANO ACCOMPANIST - MASTER CHORUS POOL

Del Mar College; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College invites applications for a Piano Accompanist for the Master Chorus. This is a continuous recruitment pool to fill part-time assignments as needed, attending rehearsals, concerts, and events.

Responsibilities include sight-reading, accompanying rehearsals, and flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends. Minimum qualifications: an Associate Degree in Music or three years of piano accompanist experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Associates Degree in Music OR three (3) years Piano Accompanist experience may substitute for educational requirement.
• Strong interpersonal skills required to work with diverse populations and collaborative settings.
• Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Sight-reading sheet music.
• Practice and perform with the Master Chorus during rehearsals and concerts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Versatility in musical styles

Sight-reading skills

Flexibility for evenings/weekends

Physical ability (lift <40 lbs)

Team collaboration

Education

Associates Degree in Music

Piano accompanist experience substitute for education

Job description

Special Instructions for more details.

This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill Part-Time assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the Hiring Manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE (1) YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PT2733

Job Title

Job Title PIANO ACCOMPANIST - MASTER CHORUS POOL

Department

Department Music

Position Type

Position Type Non-Exempt

Employment Status

Employment Status Part-Time

Salary $25.00 per hour

Open Date

Open Date 11/14/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to serve as a Piano Accompanist for the Del Mar College Master Chorus. This requires the Piano Accompanist to attend and perform for the Del Mar College Master Chorus during designated rehearsals, concerts, and other events.

Minimum Qualifications

Associates Degree in Music OR three (3) years Piano Accompanist experience may substitute for educational requirement

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills while having the ability to work with diverse populations.
• Versatility in different collaborative settings, styles, and musical periods.
• Excellent sight-reading skills.
• Physical ability that may involve lifting/moving of objects weighing less than 40 lbs.
• Ability to be flexible in regards to working on, and attending, designated events.
• Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications listed.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions.

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III : Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

• Sight-reading sheet music
• Practice

Supplemental Questions

• * Do you have an Associates Degree in Music OR three (3) years Piano Accompanist experience?
  • Yes, I have an Associates Degree or higher in Music (transcript(s) required with conferred date)
  • Yes, I have three (3) years Piano Accompanist experience that may be substituted for the educational requirement
  • No, I do not have an Associates Degree or higher in Music OR three (3) years Piano Accompanist experience.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

• Transcripts

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.