Chapel Music Assistant

Job Posting Title

Chapel Music Assistant

Employee Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Recruiting Start Date

08-20-2026

Job Exempt?

No

Recruiting End Date

Open Until Filled

Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ohana!

Kamehameha Schools is seeking a Music Assistant to support our Kapalama campus. This is a part time temporary position working 10 hours per week normally on Monday mornings. We are looking for someone with 1-2 years of experience working in a music production and other similar disciplines. This person would be responsible for designing, planning, setting up, and leading the music program for Grade Level Chapel at Bishop Memorial. Candidates should have experience with directing a music team and overseeing students. Bachelor's degree and music chapel services experience is strongly preferred.

Job Summary

Plans, directs, implements and organizes musical, set design, and/or costume design aspects of a theatre/musical school production.

Essential Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, implements and organizes musical, set design and/or costume design aspects of a theatre/musical school production. Directs, delegates and monitors the completion of tasks by student leaders, staff, vendors, sectional teachers; provides direction for staff.
• Under the guidance of the production director, supports, implements and manages various tasks related to the school production. Trains subordinates, faculty, students and staff in the proper use and care of facility.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum six (6) months directly related experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to interact with faculty, staff and outside groups.
• Experience working in a theatre / event / production venue.
• Excellent working knowledge of theatre/arena lighting and sound systems.
• Knowledge of theatre stage rigging, sound engineering, event lighting etc.
• Ability to work flexible schedules and adjusts to changing situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with KS organization including internal policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated oral and written correspondence.
• Knowledge of & sensitivity to Hawaiian culture & Christian values.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently sit, perform desk based computer tasks and grasp light/fine manipulation.
• Occasionally stand/walk, write by hand, and lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach/work about shoulder, grasp forcefully.

Working Conditions

• Work is conducted in an office environment but the purpose of the work may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces.
• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. but evening and weekend hours may be required to meet goals and objectives.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

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Work Year

Pay Range

20.00 Hourly

Compensation and Benefits

At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

Primary Location

Kapalama Campus

City, State

Honolulu, Hawaii

Additional Locations