Principal Librarian

Working independently and in conjunction with symphony conductors, staff and musicians, provides effective and efficient music library service for the musicians of the Oregon Symphony, its staff conductors and visiting artists; manages all aspects of running the Oregon Symphony Music Library; maintains, in performance condition, the OSA library of orchestra and chorus parts and scores.

Duties and
Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Acquiring and preparing music for performances including cataloging, proofreading, editing and marking parts with bowings, rehearsal letters/numbers

• Function as a key member of the Artistic Operations staff to help ensure the best possible supports for the best possible performance results.

• Manage the operation of the music library, supervising the work of all library support staff, including some after hour and weekend duties, prepares and forecasts library expense budget        

• Maintains database of library holdings and performance history in OPAS.

• Accommodating special requirements for music preparation

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE will bring exceptional organizational skills, orientation to provide service, demonstrated teamsmanship and problem-solving ability, deep knowledge of orchestral repertoire, orchestra library experience to anticipate requirements, flexibility and diplomacy.

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in music, or equivalent;  five years of professional symphony orchestra library experience or equivalent;  broad knowledge of orchestral repertoire, the music industry and understanding of orchestra operations; close working knowledge of standard foreign language musical terms, composer and composition names and correct pronunciation; strong working knowledge of or ability to quickly learn OPAS Database software; Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and internet software; appreciation for live orchestral music; exceptional organizational skills and exquisite attention to details; team player with ability to work effectively and diplomatically with diverse personalities;  ability to work efficiently under pressure;  understanding and appreciation for the needs of musicians and conductors;  ability to negotiate effectively with publishers and other vendors; sense of humor required.

Salary, Rank,
and Benefits:

Principal Librarian, administrative full-time staff position, benefits include 80% paid medical and dental plan and contribution to retirement plan, salary commensurate with experience.   

Direct inquiries by submitting a cover letter, résumé and sample of music manuscript not later than February 11, 2008. Visit our website at www.orsymphony.org for detailed job description and information about the Oregon Symphony.   Preferred employment start date is April 2008 but is flexible.

DIRECT INQUIRIES BY MAIL OR E-MAIL ONLY TO:

Mary Crist, Vice President and General Manager
Oregon Symphony
921 SW Washington, Suite 200
Portland, OR 97205

mcrist@orsymphony.org