About this role
**This position start date is August 19, 2026. **This position is 7 hours/day and 187 days/year. Job Title: Music Accompanist Purpose Statement: The job of Accompanist is done for the purpose/s of providing accompaniment for rehearsals and performances; assisting with classroom clerical tasks; and serving as an instructional resource for students and teachers in the area of fine arts. Functions • Analyzes assigned music prior to rehearsal (e.g. correct tempos, challenging transitions, dynamics, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring efficient use of rehearsal time. • Assists the Choral Instructor for the purpose of training students in the art of accompaniment. • Assists the teacher in supervising student activities for the purpose of ensuring efficient use of class time. • Exhibits professional and stage etiquette for the purpose of maintaining the professionalism of musical productions. • Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. • Rehearses with choral groups for the purpose of playing full and sectional accompaniment. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: none specified. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: none specified. ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using a variety of processes. Ability is also required to work with others; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize a variety of types of job-related equipment. In working with others, Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: none specified. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the Organization's services. Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. The job is performed under a generally hazard free environment. Experience Job related experience is required. Education High School diploma or equivalent. Required Testing None Specified Certificates & Licenses None Specified Continuing Educ. / Training None Specified Clearances None Specified