Musician

Applicants will only be contacted should an active opening occur during the academic year. Positions may be appointed any time during the 2025‑2026 academic year: late August to late May or summer 2026.Job DutiesAccompany classes, performances, and/or auditions through improvisation and/or reading music by sight.QualificationsRequired:Must be able to play a variety of music with a broad stylistic range and improvisatory flexibility.Piano and/or percussion are the traditional instruments for dance accompaniment, but any instrumentalist who meets the qualifications will be considered.For theatre accompaniment, must be able to read and play relatively difficult music by sight.Must be reliable and able to meet class, rehearsal, and performance schedules.Must be able to accompany in a wide range of sites for theatre and/or dance classes, as well as performances.Preferred:Experience accompanying dance and/or theatre classes and performances with a wide range of styles.Strong improvising skills and broad rhythmic and metric range.Ability to read music.Pay and BenefitsPay Range: $26.20 - $20.00 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor‑Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.Employment RequirementsAny offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.DiversityThe University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.

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