Position Information
DICKINSON STATE UNIVERSITY (DSU) is a regional comprehensive institution within the North Dakota University System, whose primary role is to contribute to intellectual, social, economic, and cultural development, especially to Southwestern North Dakota. The University's mission is to provide high quality, accessible programs; to promote excellence in teaching and learning; to support scholarly and creative activities; and to provide service relevant to the economy, health, and quality of life for the citizens of the State of North Dakota.
Music Department Accompanist - Position Responsibilities
The Music Department Accompanist provides hourly, as-needed accompaniment support for music courses, ensembles, rehearsals, performances, and other department activities. The accompanist will work collaboratively with music faculty and the Dean to support the instructional and performance needs of the department.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide piano accompaniment for choral and instrumental ensembles as requested by music faculty.
- Accompany rehearsals, performances, concerts, recitals, auditions, juries, and other music department activities as needed.
- Provide accompaniment for individual or small-group student rehearsals when approved or requested by faculty.
- Read and perform standard musical notation proficiently, including the ability to sight-read and prepare assigned repertoire.
- Prepare assigned music prior to scheduled rehearsals and performances.
- Follow the direction of faculty conductors and instructors regarding tempo, interpretation, rehearsal needs, and performance expectations.
- Maintain reasonable availability and flexibility to meet changing rehearsal and performance needs throughout the semester.
- Communicate regularly with music faculty regarding upcoming accompaniment needs, music selections, rehearsal schedules, and performances.
- Coordinate scheduling and anticipated hours with the appropriate music faculty and/or Dean.
- Communicate promptly when unavailable for a scheduled rehearsal, performance, or other assigned responsibility.
- Maintain accurate records of hours worked and submit hours according to university procedures.
- Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, punctuality, preparation, and appropriate communication when working with students, faculty, staff, and community performers.
- Support a positive, collaborative, and student-centered environment within the Music Department.
- Perform other accompaniment-related duties as assigned and mutually agreed upon by the accompanist, music faculty, and Dean.
Qualifications and Expectations
The accompanist should:
- Demonstrate strong piano proficiency and musicianship.
- Be able to read music fluently and sight-read effectively.
- Be comfortable accompanying both vocal and instrumental musicians.
- Be able to adjust musically to conductors, soloists, ensembles, and changing rehearsal needs.
- Be dependable and available for scheduled rehearsals and performances, including occasional evening or weekend events when arranged in advance.
- Communicate professionally and consistently with music faculty and the Dean.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and conduct when working with university students.
- Be able to work independently while also functioning as part of the Music Department team.
Scheduling and Compensation
This is an hourly, as-needed position. Hours will vary depending on ensemble schedules, performances, student needs, and other Music Department activities. Hours and assignments should be coordinated with music faculty and the Dean prior to work being completed. The position does not guarantee a specific number of hours each week.
- $20/hourly
- No other fringe benefits
MAIN OFFICE/WORKING LOCATION: Dickinson, ND
STARTING DATE: As soon as possible
POSITION DETAILS:
- 9000 Temporary
- As needed
- Part-time (25%)
- Non-Exempt from FLSA Overtime
- Non-benefitted
DISCLAIMER CLAUSE:
This job announcement is not intended, and should not be construed, to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential to making fair pay decisions and determining job performance.
For more information about the position, contact the direct supervisor Sarah Crossingham at 701-502-4410.
APPLICATION INFORMATION: Applications will be reviewed as received, the position will remain open until filled.
Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the qualifications and responsibilities listed above as minimum/required/preferred because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Only applicants who appear best qualified based on this review will be contacted for an interview. The submission of all required materials by the preference date is the responsibility of the applicant. (Note: incomplete applications may not be considered).
Unofficial, or copies of official, transcripts are acceptable at the time of inquiry, but official transcripts will be required if hired. If you need to order transcripts you can have them emailed to DSU.HR@dickinsonstate.edu, faxed to 701-483-2574, or mailed DSU Human Resources, 291 Campus Drive, Dickinson, ND 58601.
For assistance:
Human Resources, DSU.HR@dickinsonstate.edu, phone (701) 483-2476
ND Relay: http://www.relaynorthdakota.com /TTY: 800-366-6888
- Both internal and external applicants are eligible to apply if they are legally authorized to work in the United States. Federal USCIS I-9 employment certification is required at hire, Employer Sponsorship will not be considered.
- ND Veteran's Preference laws apply to this position; applicants who are eligible to claim veteran's preference must provide proof of eligibility by the preference date to receive veterans preference.
- Due to access to restricted information, the successful candidate will be required to complete a satisfactory criminal history record check prior to beginning employment.
- Pursuant to N.D.C.C. 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalist of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the finalists.
- As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. 23-12-10.
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