Job Title: Library Fellow, Summer Music Festival

Department: Library-General

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 160-200 Hours per year
• 30 days Months per year
• Varies Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

Colorado College is a nationally recognized, residential liberal arts college with 2,300 students from around the world. Employees set the stage for student success by bringing their diverse experience and knowledge to the table. The college actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work.

Job Summary

The purpose of this role is to support Colorado College’s library services for the college's Summer Music Festival (SMF). Over a four-week period, the Library Fellow will be integrated directly into the festival, deliver library services that support all aspects of the festival, and learn about music library services at Colorado College. This fellow will receive mentorship from the Music Librarian & Seay Library Manager, as well as other library professionals, to aid in their career development. While most of this fellowship will be spent supporting library services directly, engagement with festival events is necessary to those services

Responsibilities

• Library Operations Support
  • Assist the Music Librarian & Seay Library Manager with the daily operations of Albert Seay Library of Music and Art, particularly as they relate to the needs of the Summer Music Festival faculty and fellows
• Music Materials Preparation & Performance Support
  
  • Prepare, retrieve, and distribute professional music materials for rehearsals and performances.
• Inventory & Collections Management
  
  • Manage music library inventory, including the circulation of parts and scores.
• Technical & Administrative Support
  
  • Provide technical and administrative support for music materials, including copying, printing, and scanning.
• Collection Development & Cataloging Support
  
  • Develop foundational knowledge of music collection development and cataloging practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year of experience in a related field

One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education (OR) one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion some college coursework
• Demonstrated interest in music performance, composition, conducting, and/or scholarship
• Interest in pursuing librarianship, particularly music and/or performing arts librarianship
• Ability to read music

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Other Position Details:

• Does not supervise others
• Position will not drive CC vehicles

Application Instructions

• Application Deadline - last day to submit an application: 3/8/2026
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $21.00 per hour 

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Paid sick time- accrual of 0.0333 hours of sick time for each hour worked
• Wellness benefits include free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants
• On‑campus housing provided (taxable benefit)
• Meal plan included for the employee

Benefits and Wellness Information:

Please refer to our Benefits Page

Explore the Department: To learn more about the Seay Library of Music and Art visit their site at https://www.coloradocollege.edu/library/seay/

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html