The following positions are currently open at the Longy School of Music. Information on how to apply is included within each posting.
FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST / PART-TIME (Posted February 28, 2012) Information
ACCOUNTANT - PAYROLL, ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE (Posted February 9, 2012) Information
LONGY SCHOOL OF MUSIC COMMUNITY PROGRAMS: Orchestra Conductor Information
ARTIST-TEACHER OF PIANO (PART-TIME) (Posted November 3, 2011) Information
ARTIST-TEACHER OF CLARINET (PART-TIME) (Posted October 24, 2011) Information
ARTIST-TEACHER OF HARPSICHORD (PART-TIME) (Posted October 24, 2011) Information
ARTIST-TEACHER OF VIOLIN (PART-TIME) (Posted October 24, 2011) Information
ARTIST-TEACHER OF VOICE (PART-TIME) (Posted October 24, 2011) Information
PRODUCTION AND RECORDING SERVICES MANAGER (Posted October 2011) Information
The Longy School of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, or age. The Longy School of Music values the diversity of its community.
In accordance with both federal and state law, the Longy School of Music maintains information concerning security policies and procedures and prepares an annual crime report concerning crimes committed on the Longy campus. Upon request to the Facilities Manager, Longy School of Music, 27 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, 617-876-0956, ext. 1561, or
facilities@longy.edu
, the school will provide such information to any individual who requests it.
FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST / PART-TIME (Posted February 28, 2012)
This part-time position at the Longy School of Music will serve as the initial customer service contact for the School’s incoming calls, as well as for walk-in inquiries made by students, faculty, staff, and guests. In addition, this position will provide support for the administrative needs of the staff and maintain an organized information and communication system with other front desk staff.
Responsibilities include:
Ensure that the front office is open for business promptly. Must be available to work Saturdays, Sundays and evenings.
Assist Longy faculty, students, parents & guests by phone or in person with:
Room reservations
Community Programs Registration
Lending Keys
Paychecks/ signing-out
T-Passes
Concert Ticket Sales
Distributing forms
Other tasks as assigned
Assist with mailings, copying projects, and maintaining proper signage for special events.
Sort, deliver, and meter all incoming and outgoing mail and express deliveries
Monitor and reserve parking for faculty and guests
Coordinate A/V equipment usage with appropriate department when needed.
Qualifications:
We are looking for a person with superlative customer service skills to function as a positive ambassador for the School. The person who would be successful in this position will possess the following attributes:
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High level of professionalism including a sense of responsibility and high level or reliability
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work with a wide variety of personalities, ages, and temperaments
Ability to multi-task
High sense of responsibility and reliability
To Apply
Interested applicants should send one page resume and cover letters tosarah.collins@longy.edu.
The Longy School of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or age. The Longy School of Music values the diversity of its community.
This is a full-time position. Reports to: Director of Finance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The accountant performs key Business Office functions and provides overall support to the Director of Finance and special project work for the Chief Financial Officer, and the Director of Human Resources.
Manage core business office functions of accounts receivable (A/R) and accounts payable (A/P), including vendor relations, file maintenance, etc.;
Process semi-monthly payroll for approximately 230 employees using ADP PayeXpert. In addition, process internal and government employment statistical reports as required and coordinate the distribution of annual 1099, 1042, and W-2 forms;
Support the Human Resources Department with new employee tax paperwork and benefits enrollment. Process monthly 403(b) plan contributions.
Process cash receipts (including bank deposits): student tuition payment, individual and corporate gifts, foundation grants, etc.;
Prepare monthly/annual reconciliation of selected general ledger accounts;
Assist in year-end closing and the annual audit;
Manage student service related business activities such as loan reimbursements, student health insurance waiver/enrollment, and monthly payment plans;
Assist in maintaining schedules of prepaid expenses and accrued liabilities;
Assist in preparation and maintenance of Longy’s master administrative calendar;
Manage general office supply orders for school-wide use;
Develop and maintain various spreadsheets, analyses, and budgets as required.
Interact with staff, faculty, and students on daily basis
QUALIFICATIONS
Position requires a minimum of three years of previous business office experience, preferably in a nonprofit organization, demonstrated knowledge of accounts payable and receivable, and understanding of accounting principles; a minimum of associate degree in accounting is required. Two years of solid experience in payroll processing using ADP PayeXpert software is a must. The ideal candidate must be customer service oriented, attentive to details, able to work independently and collaboratively, and have excellent communication skills. Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word.
COMPENSATION
Longy offers a competitive salary plus a generous three weeks of vacation (in addition, the school is closed the last week of December, which serves as a fourth week off), 403(b) defined contribution retirement plan, enrollment in Longy’s group health plan, employer sponsored long-term disability, flexible spending account and qualified transportation programs, and discounts on instruction at the Longy School.
TO APPLY
Please submit cover letter and resume to: Director of Finance, Longy School of Music, One Follen Street, Cambridge, MA 02138. Fax: 617-492-6723 or E-mail: vladimir.jandejsek@longy.edu. Please indicate desired salary requirement.
ABOUT LONGY
The Longy School of Music is a conservatory and community music school founded in 1915 and located outside Harvard Square in Cambridge. The School boasts an outstanding faculty of approximately 150 teachers representing many of the region’s preeminent music organizations. The School has three core programs: Conservatory (for students pursuing diplomas and degrees), Continuing Studies (for adult vocational students), and Preparatory Studies (for children ages one-eighteen). There are 1,400 students studying at Longy. For more information, visit Longy on the web at www.Longy.edu.
The Longy School of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, or age.
ARTIST-TEACHER OF PIANO (PART-TIME) (Posted November 3, 2011)
The Longy School of Music is seeking applications to fill an artist-teacher of piano position. Candidates should have the interest and demonstrated ability to recruit and develop an active studio in the school’s Conservatory (undergraduate and graduate programs). The successful candidate will be expected to teach piano performance majors as well as secondary piano students.
Date of appointment: 2012-2013 academic year
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates will possess an outstanding record as performers and teachers, with a strong regional or national reputation.An advanced degree (MM) in piano or demonstrated equivalent is required, along with a minimum of three years of teaching in higher education.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and phone numbers of five references by hard copy or email to: Brian Moll, Chair of Vocal and Keyboard Studies, Longy School of Music, 27 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 (brian.moll@longy.edu). PLEASE DO NOT SEND ANY ADDITIONAL MATERIALS AT THIS TIME. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
ABOUT LONGY
The Longy School of Music is a conservatory and school of community education founded in 1915, located near Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Longy is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the National Association of Schools of Music. For more information, visit Longy on the web at www.longy.edu.
The Longy School of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, or age.
ARTIST-TEACHER OF CLARINET (PART-TIME) (Posted October 24, 2011)
The Longy School of Music is seeking applications to fill an artist-teacher of clarinet position. Candidates should have the interest and demonstrated ability to recruit and develop an active studio in the school’s Conservatory (undergraduate and graduate programs).
Date of appointment: 2012-2013 academic year
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates will possess an outstanding record as performers and teachers, with a strong regional or national reputation. An advanced degree (MM) in clarinet or demonstrated equivalent is required, along with a minimum of three years of teaching in higher education.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and phone numbers of five references by hard copy or email to: Karyl Ryczek, Assistant Dean for Faculty and Curriculum Development/Chair of Instrumental Studies, Longy School of Music, 27 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 (karyl.ryczek@longy.edu). PLEASE DO NOT SEND ANY ADDITIONAL MATERIALS AT THIS TIME. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
ABOUT LONGY
The Longy School of Music is a conservatory and school of community education founded in 1915, located near Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Longy is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the National Association of Schools of Music. For more information, visit Longy on the web at www.longy.edu.
The Longy School of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, or age.
ARTIST-TEACHER OF HARPSICHORD (PART-TIME) (Posted October 24, 2011)
The Longy School of Music is seeking applications to fill an artist-teacher of harpsichord position. Candidates should have the interest and demonstrated ability to recruit and develop an active studio in the school’s Conservatory (undergraduate and graduate programs) and to teach a course in Figured Bass Practicum.
Date of appointment: 2012-2013 academic year
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates will possess an outstanding record as performers and teachers, with a strong regional or national reputation. An advanced degree (MM) in harpsichord or demonstrated equivalent is required, along with a minimum of three years of teaching in higher education.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and phone numbers of five references by hard copy or email to Libor Dudas, Chair, Historical and Theoretical Studies, Longy School of Music, 27 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 (libor.dudas@longy.edu). PLEASE DO NOT SEND ANY ADDITIONAL MATERIALS AT THIS TIME. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
ABOUT LONGY
The Longy School of Music is a conservatory and school of community education founded in 1915, located near Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Longy is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the National Association of Schools of Music. For more information, visit Longy on the web at www.longy.edu.
The Longy School of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, or age.
ARTIST-TEACHER OF VIOLIN (PART-TIME) (Posted October 24, 2011)
The Longy School of Music is seeking applications to fill an artist-teacher of violin position. Candidates should have the interest and demonstrated ability to recruit and develop an active studio in the school’s Conservatory (undergraduate and graduate programs).
Date of appointment: 2012-2013 academic year
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates will possess an outstanding record as performers and teachers, with a strong regional or national reputation. An advanced degree (MM) in violin or demonstrated equivalent is required, along with a minimum of three years of teaching in higher education.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and phone numbers of five references by hard copy or email to Karyl Ryczek, Assistant Dean for Faculty and Curriculum Development/Chair of Instrumental Studies, Longy School of Music, 27 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 (karyl.ryczek@longy.edu). PLEASE DO NOT SEND ANY ADDITIONAL MATERIALS AT THIS TIME. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
ABOUT LONGY
The Longy School of Music is a conservatory and school of community education founded in 1915, located near Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Longy is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the National Association of Schools of Music. For more information, visit Longy on the web at www.longy.edu.
The Longy School of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, or age.
ARTIST-TEACHER OF VOICE (PART-TIME) (Posted October 24, 2011)
The Longy School of Music is seeking applications from tenors to fill an artist-teacher of voice position. Candidates should have the interest and demonstrated ability to recruit and develop an active studio in the school’s Conservatory (undergraduate and graduate programs).
Date of appointment: 2012-2013 academic year
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates will possess an outstanding record as performers and teachers, with a strong regional or national reputation. An advanced degree (MM) in voice or demonstrated equivalent is required, along with a minimum of three years of teaching in higher education.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and phone numbers of five references by hard copy or email to Brian Moll, Chair, Vocal and Keyboard Studies, Longy School of Music, 27 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 (brian.moll@longy.edu). PLEASE DO NOT SEND ANY ADDITIONAL MATERIALS AT THIS TIME. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
ABOUT LONGY
The Longy School of Music is a conservatory and school of community education founded in 1915, located near Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Longy is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the National Association of Schools of Music. For more information, visit Longy on the web at www.longy.edu.
The Longy School of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, or age.
PRODUCTION AND RECORDING SERVICES MANAGER (Posted October 2011)
The Longy School of Music seeks an enthusiastic and motivated professional who can oversee all production and technical aspects of Longy’s concerts and events. This is a full-time position, requiring frequent evening and weekend work. This position reports to the Facilities Manager.
Successful applicants will have significant stage management and production experience, working knowledge of PA/audio and lighting systems, and will have acted in managerial and supervisory roles.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Manage daily schedule of the school’s performance spaces, including set up and striking of events
Liaise with Longy faculty, staff, students, renters and other performers regarding scheduling, production and recording needs.
Hire, train, schedule and supervise all Concert Office staff, including production assistants, recording assistants, stage managers, stage hands, house manager, ushers and box office staff.
Assist in developing school’s overall concert and events schedule by coordinating Departmental booking and scheduling student and faculty recitals and other events; produce and distribute concert and event schedule.
Manage audio and video recording: develop and communicate recording guidelines; record performances, recording sessions, and auditions; master recordings through editing and/or dubbing; maintain recording archive.
Provide or arrange for sound reinforcement as needed.
Maintain Hall equipment; order supplies as necessary; schedule outside contractors including sound and lighting technicians.
Establish tuning schedule for Pickman Hall pianos.
Lead production meetings for large events as necessary.
Review and negotiate technical riders/contracts for outside organizations and guest artists.
Support the production of various Concert Series by: (1) meeting with Dean/Artistic Director to plan Faculty Artist Recitals and Debut Series; (2) collecting program, biographical, and production information from in-house and guest artists; and (3) serving as liaison between publicity, advancement, and other offices around event
Work closely with the Office of Communications to: (1) meet with Dean/Artistic Director to plan concert series; (2) proofread monthly concert calendar and concert-related materials; and (3) supervise the overall Concert Hall schedule, meeting with Dean/Directors to develop scheduling strategy/priorities each year
Visit conservatory classrooms multiple times per year to teach students how to video themselves, edit it, and put it online
Produces programs for all student and faculty concerts and recitals. Responsible for soliciting program content, bio info, enforcing deadlines, etc. Responsible for printing programs.
Project manages/plans concert programs for major concert series including G-S, Unique Voices, SeptemberFest, and LCO. Responsible for soliciting program content, program notes, bios, etc. Works in conjunction with conservatory dean. Manage relationship with performers, confirming day-of concert details with them, etc.
Updates phone line with current concert information
Produces tickets for concerts
Provide additional administrative and logistical support for Concert Office operations as needed.
Qualifications
BA with minimum of 3 years of stage management and production experience
Excellent attention to detail, well organized, self-motivated
Ability to work independently
Excellent customer service skills and ability to work with a wide range of both internal and external constituents
Must be fluent in ProTools LE 8 or later, Logic Studio, and Microsoft Office and have working knowledge of Final Cut Studio.
Compensation
Longy offers a competitive salary plus a generous four weeks of vacation, discounts on instruction at the Longy School, enrollment in Longy’s group health and dental plan, life and long-term disability insurance, and flexible spending account and qualified transportation programs.
Application Procedures
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, résumé, and the names and phone numbers of three references to Britta Wierich, Facilities Manager; Longy School of Music; 27 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138; or by email to britta.wierich@longy.edu. Screening of applications begins immediately.
About the Longy School of Music
The Longy School of Musicwas founded in 1915 by renowned oboist Georges Longy. A degree-granting Conservatory and school of Preparatory and Continuing Studies, Longy is located in Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Longy is led by Karen Zorn, who became the School's 10th President in 2007. The school serves 225 undergraduate and graduate students from 37 states and 21 countries, and nearly 1,000 children and adults from the Greater Boston area. With a curriculum rooted in the traditions of Western music, Longy’s mission is to prepare musicians to make a difference in the world. It is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the National Association of Schools of Music. For more information, visit Longy on the web at www.longy.edu.
The Longy School of Music is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or age.
