PIANO ACCOMPANIST POOL

Position Information

Posting Number: PT1755
Job Title: PIANO ACCOMPANIST POOL
Department: Music
Position Type: Non-Exempt
Employment Status: Part-Time
Salary: $25.00 per hour
Open Date: 11/12/2025
Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: No

Position Summary Information

The purpose of this position is to serve as a Piano Accompanist of Del Mar College’s Music department. This requires the Piano Accompanist to attend, and perform for, Del Mar College choirs during rehearsals, concerts, and other designated events.

Minimum Qualifications: Associates Degree in Music OR three (3) years Piano Accompanist experience may substitute for educational requirement

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Must have strong interpersonal skills while having the ability to work with diverse populations. Must be versatile in different collaborative settings, styles, and musical periods. Must have excellent sight-reading skills. Physical ability that may involve lifting/moving of objects weighing less than 40 lbs. Ability to be flexible in regards to working on, and attending, designated events. Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications: None

Special Instructions to Applicants: This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Our Culture: Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III: Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

• Piano accompaniment
• Sight-reading sheet music
• Practice

Supplemental Questions

Do you have an Associates Degree in Music OR three (3) years Piano Accompanist experience?

• Yes, I have an Associates Degree or higher in Music (transcript(s) required with conferred date)
• Yes, I have three (3) years Piano Accompanist experience that may be substituted for the educational requirement
• No, I do not have an Associates Degree or higher in Music OR three (3) years Piano Accompanist experience.

Applicant Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Transcripts