Chautauqua Institution is hiring: Principal Librarian (Chautauqua School of Musi

The Chautauqua School of Music provides students from across the world the opportunity of studying with world-renowned teachers. Whether it is faculty, administrative or residence hall staff, our employees provide caring and nurturing support toward the growth of the students. The Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra is the professional orchestra of Chautauqua Institution, performing major symphonic repertoire and collaborating with Opera and visiting dance companies. The school and orchestra are part of the Performing and Visual Arts department, whose mission is to expand the lives of our audience (and employees) within and beyond the Institution’s gates through the power of the performing and visual arts.

About Your Compensation
Compensation for this position starts at $17.50/Hour and, with demonstrated experience and qualifications, candidates may earn up to $20.00/Hour.

About Your Work Day

• Music Procurement:
• • Serves as primary point of responsibility for all tasks related to procurement, preparation and maintenance of MSFO, School of Music, and Community Band music. Procurement may be done remotely prior to being on-site in June.
  • Works closely with the Programming Office and MSFO Music Director, guest artists and Chautauqua Opera staff to determine the need purchase or rental of music for the season, in accord with budgetary limitations.
  • Effects all music rentals and applies for grand rights, as needed. Communicates with publishers regarding broadcasts or streaming.
  • Performs inventory on all music at retrieval/receipt and prior to return.
  • Distributes parts to principal strings for bowings.
  • Provides access to scores and parts to the orchestra with accurate rehearsal markings, appropriate transpositions, bowings and indications for beginning, ending, cuts and repeats.
  • Sets out and collects music for all MSFO services. Delivers and retrieves scores for conductors and soloists.
• Organization
• • Organizes and prioritizes all processes of the MSFO library and part markers.
  • Organizes information and maintains archive of all season repertoire using Chautauqua Institution’s licensed software, currently Sharepoint and Artsvision.
  • Compiles musicians’ program sheets, including instrumentation and clarifications of stop, start, cuts and repeats. Maintains record of any music borrowed in advance by musicians or conductors.
  • Maintains stock of materials for printing, binding, marking music and oversees any other library staff in those efforts.
• Communication and Planning
• • Supports work of all musicians and staff to achieve successful MSFO performances.
  • Works with string principals in managing the coordination of bowings.
• Interaction and work with CSO Library

• • Works under the guidance of the CSO principal librarian in completing MSFO work, as needed.
  • Works in collaboration with student librarians who are supervised by Manager of Student Services
  • Supports the work of the CSO library by scanning, printing, binding and marking works, as needed.

About the Referral Program  

Chautauqua Institution’s Referral Bonus Program is a talent solution to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90-days from the first physical date of work. In the case of seasonal positions working less than 6-months, the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30-days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August. 

About Your Schedule 

Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules, full and part-time, for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August.  Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre-season) and beyond season (post-season) based on business needs and candidate availability.  Schedules typically include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as a requirement.   

While you will confirm your final schedule with management at the time of an interview and offer of employment, you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position:   

Will be scheduled to work an average of 37.5-hours/week.  Scheduled hours may include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs. 

About Living on the Grounds 

Chautauqua Institution may provide limited housing options on our grounds or assist you with locating nearby housing arrangements for selecting opportunities based on business needs.  Housing is not an option for many positions and may be of a cost to you.  Candidates should assume there are no employer-provided or employer-assisted housing options available for this position unless it is otherwise stated.    

Employer may provide housing for out-of-area candidates.

About Chautauqua Institution  

Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities.  Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company, a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization.  The Institution’s office in Washington, DC is located strategically for an ongoing role in the cultural conversations of the nation. 

Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience 

There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience.  Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater. 

Our Commitment to IDEA

Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan, 150 Forward. One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.” We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.

Joining Our Talent Community 

Join our talent community online at CHQ.org/employment.  You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at CHQ.org and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at 150fwd.CHQ.org.