VCSU Music Student - Choir Librarian (FWS Only)

Position Information

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only VCSU students are eligible to be hired in this position. Unsolicited applications to this posting will NOT be considered or responded to. This position is subjected to North Dakota Veterans Preference requirements.

• This position is reserved for Federal Work Study students only*

Title: VCSU Music Student - Choir Librarian (FWS Only)

Department: Music

Reports to: Brenna Schroeder / Stephen Cunningham

Position Summary:

Student worker for the Music Department to help in various areas within the department. Candidates with knowledge of music-related equipment, music organization, stage managing, and the Office suite preferred. Flexible days/hours. Pay is $10.00/hour. 5-10 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

• Music Acquisition: Assist in the order or rental of sheet music, make legal photocopies if permitted, and ensure the organization follows music copyright laws

• Cataloging & Maintenance: Stamp, number, and lob every new piece of music into an accurate database or filing system. Keep physical and digital libraries clean and organized numerically or alphabetically.

• Folder Prep & Distribution: Assign numbered octavos or folders to individual choir members. Assist in the preparation of music packets. Distribute them into folder slots before the start of rehearsals or concert cycles.

• Collection & Inventory: Collect all scores immediately after a concert or at the end of a term. Inspect returned music for damage, erase stray markings if required, and follow up with members who have missing or unreturned music.

• Collaboration: Work alongside the music director or conductor to pull required repertoire, prepare borrowed or rented music for return to to other institutions, and make minor physical repairs to worn scores.

• Rehearsal Preparation: Arrive early to make sure the room is ready for rehearsal. Keep spare rehearsal pencils sharpened.

Qualifications:

• Must be a current VCSU student with Federal Work Study eligibility.

• Students with experience and background in music are preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to move about. Will be walking most of the shift.

Contact Information:

Please refer position questions to Brenna.schroeder@vcsu.edu or call 701-845-7272.

If you would like assistance with your application, please contact Janna Kohler, Director for Career Services at janna.kohler@vcsu.edu or 701.845.7534.