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Accompanist I
Job no: 555725
Work type: Staff
Location: Fullerton
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Temporary, Part Time, Time Varies, Theatre Arts
Job Title
Accompanist I
Classification
Accompanist I
Auto Req. ID
555725
Salary Range
Classification Range $23.83 - $34.71 per hour
(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $23.83 - $26.31 per hour)
Work Schedule
Intermittent on an as-needed hourly basis based on departmental needs. This is a temporary, intermittent position to end on or before June 30, 2027, with a possibility of renewal on an annual basis if funds and/or program needs exist. Hours will not exceed 1,000 per fiscal year. Non-benefits position.
Why CSUF
California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is a leading public university known for its strong academic programs and commitment to student success. As one of the largest campuses in the CSU system, CSUF fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. The university values teaching, research, and service, creating an environment where students, staff, and faculty can thrive. Joining CSUF means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact. We continuously seek individuals from various career disciplines that share the University's mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.
Department
The School of Music within the Division of Academic Affairs has a mission to grow artistry, build community and advance distinction. These pillars are achieved by fostering an environment in which individual achievement and artistic expression thrive fully and equitably for our students. The School of Music offers a wide spectrum of degree programs and options with an overall emphasis in musical performance. The department's goal is to develop each student's musical and intellectual potential to the highest level of individual capability. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Accompanist I. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under general supervision of the Department Chair or designee, the Accompanist I provides musical accompaniment in support of instructional courses, rehearsals, auditions, juries, and performances. The Accompanist I performs primarily from written scores and supports faculty and students in academic and performance settings. Other duties as assigned.
Essential Qualifications
Special training or coursework that would facilitate composing and improvising music and/or coaching and accompanying. Previous experience which has led to a thorough familiarity with accompanying choral groups and soloists and coaching performing artists. Knowledge of the fundamentals of harmony, as well as skill in playing one or more musical instruments as an accompanist. Ability to select appropriate dance music. Ability to compose or improvise music, coach performing artists, and transcribe music from recordings.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated knowledge of music theory and harmonic structure, along with strong sight-reading ability to accurately interpret and perform from written scores. The position requires skill in accompanying vocalists, instrumentalists, and/or dancers in instructional and performance settings. The individual must be able to follow oral and written instructions effectively and work collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff within an academic environment to support instructional objectives.
Special Working Conditions
Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator
Additional Information
California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.
As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.
If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.
Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.
Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.
California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.
Effective October 1, 2025, the California State University (CSU) will implement a salary step structure for CSUEU-represented employees in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9. This position may be subject to changes resulting from this implementation, in alignment with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
Hiring Preference
On-Campus CSUEU Employees
Advertised: Mar 05 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Jun 30 2027 Pacific Daylight Time
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