PIANO ACCOMPANIST POOL

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College is seeking a part-time Piano Accompanist for the Music department. The role involves attending and performing for choirs during rehearsals, concerts, and events. This is a continuous pool to fill as-needed assignments, with an annual reapplication requirement to remain in the pool.

Minimum qualifications include an Associates Degree in Music or three years of accompanist experience. Evening and weekend availability is required. The position pays $25.00 per hour and is non-exempt.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Music or three years piano accompanist experience may substitute for educational requirement.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills when working with diverse populations.
• Excellent sight-reading skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Sight-reading sheet music.
• Attend rehearsals, concerts, and other designated events as piano accompanist.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Sight-reading

Evenings/weekends

Collaborative settings

Education

Associates Degree in Music

Three years Piano Accompanist experience

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill Student Assistant 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 YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PT1755

Job Title

Job Title PIANO ACCOMPANIST 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 11/12/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

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

Minimum Qualifications

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

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Must have strong interpersonal skills while having the ability to work with diverse populations.
• Must be versatile in different collaborative settings, styles, and musical periods.
• Must have 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

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * 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.