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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
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This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202600217S Title Specialist III - Piano Accompanist FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.
Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional Department School of Music Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 07/21/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement
Associates degree in Music Performance; Collaborative, or related field. Master's or Doctor of Musical Arts would be helpful. Three years of experience in a related field. Proven instrumental and vocal accompanist and a strong performer who thrives in a collaborative environment. Experience as a vocal coach is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Provides piano accompaniment for selected classes and events such as recitals, concerts, master classes, school auditions, or other accompanying duties.
Primary Responsibilities
Provides piano accompaniment for events such as faculty and student recitals, concerts, master classes, and school auditions or other accompanying duties as assigned. A broad understanding of and experience with standard instrumental and vocal solo repertoire, and should show a wide variety of experience with recitals and chamber music collaboration. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Requires a general knowledge of standard office functions. Requires good knowledge of procedures and practices. Must be able to use standard office software. Must be able to apply policies and procedures and solve routine problems of a repetitive nature. Work hours will align with center hours, requiring some evening and limited weekend hours.
Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47942
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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