Circulation/Chamber Music Librarian Job at Aspen, CO in Aspen

Description

The Music Circulation/Chamber Music Librarian is responsible for managing the chamber music catalogue and staffing the Bucksbaum Campus Library during operating hours. This position reports to the Head Librarian and is a member of the AMFS Performance Librarian team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare chamber music parts for artist-faculty and students.
• Manage the circulation of chamber music parts and other items in the AMFS collection as necessary in consultation with the Head Librarian.
• Continue maintenance to the AMFS collection, along with cataloguing new acquisitions.
• Assist the Performance Librarians with distributing parts to musicians from the Bucksbaum Campus Library during operating hours.
• Staff the library at the Bucksbaum Campus.
• Work closely and effectively with guest artists, faculty members, students, and staff.
• At the discretion of the Head Librarian, work with publishers to ensure music materials are ordered, complete, and fully prepared.
• Dependent upon experience, the Chamber Music Librarian may be assigned a small performing ensemble in which case it would be required that they prepare those parts and attend all rehearsals, readings, and concerts for the assigned ensemble(s).
• Other related duties as necessary.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years music library experience required.
• Knowledge of classical music repertoire and the ability to read music required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines, while demonstrating patience, good judgement, and a positive attitude.
• Knowledge of computers (Microsoft products) and information technology. Experience with ArtsVision, ResourceMate, and Adobe suite is preferred but not required. Training will be provided as necessary.

Dates

June 2, 2026-August 25, 2026

Compensation

$18/hour plus housing provided by AMFS (valued at a minimum of $5.16/hour depending on location.) Overtime $27/hour

Benefits include AMFS season pass and paid sick time.

Application Procedure

Please complete the online application process and attach your cover letter and one-page resume with references where prompted. PDF format only. No phone calls please.

Hiring Timeline

Application review to begin in January. Applicants who submit materials before February 9, 2026 will be given priority in the review process. Interviews will be scheduled to begin after February 9, 2026. Application to remain open until position(s) filled.

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Statement on Culture, Excellence, and Access

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