Description
Part-time accompanist beginning with the 2025-26 academic year. Accompany the College Choral Ensemble and the Choral Union during the Fall semester. Approximately 5-9 hours of accompanying per week. Eight Month Position – Fall & Spring Semester (Late August-Late December; Late January-Late May). GU Choir will rehearse Mondays and Thursdays 3:30 – 5:00pm. Accompanist should be available to work with the choir director 15-30 minutes before rehearsals as needed. In addition, the Choral Union will begin rehearsing Monday evenings 6:00 – 7:30 from mid-Sept. until the Messiah performance Dec. 7th. There will also be a 3-4 day GU Choir tour during Spring Break.
APPLICATIONS: Click Apply and include the following: (1) evidence of preparation for this position (a complete CV with degrees earned, teaching experience, and professional interests); (2) a statement of philosophy of Christian higher education; (3) a statement of personal faith journey and commitment; (4) higher education transcripts; and (5) names and contact information for at least three professional references. Applications will be reviewed once all components have been received. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
Supporting Documents: Theological Assumptions
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Human Resources
Greenville University
315 East College Avenue
Greenville, IL 62246-0159
[email protected]
Salary Band: $29,250-$88,000/ Annually. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions and department budget.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Greenville University's Mission:
Greenville University is liberal arts University that empowers students for lives of character and service through a transforming Christ-centered education. Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to be a Christ-centered institution.
GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY: The university is located 50 miles east of St. Louis in an attractive residential community of approximately 7,000 people. Greenville was founded in 1892 and is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church yet draws students from 40+ denominations. For additional information, please visit our website: www.greenville.edu.
Greenville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, family responsibilities, or national or ethnic origin, in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Greenville University seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the University's Lifestyle statement and to enforce a religiously based code of conduct for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Greenville University, as an educational institution affiliated with the Free Methodist Church USA, reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended).
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or artist diploma.
- Choral and general accompanying experience required.
- Excellent reading skills. Ability to play open score.
- Evidence of successful collaborative work with soloists, as well as in choral setting.
- Strong technical and musical skills as a performer.
- Acquaintance with both classical and some commercial musical styles required.
- Commitment to working with undergraduates in a liberal-arts setting.
- Must maintain a professional appearance; be in sympathy with and supportive of the Christian mission of Greenville University. Some night and weekend responsibilities required.
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