Church Music Positions

Part-Time Director of Music Ministries

Date: March 21, 2023

The Director of Music/Choir Director/Pianist is a part-time, salaried position responsible for providing for the spiritual enrichment of the congregation through music and to minister to the congregation through inspirational music. Responsible to organize the church’s music and fine arts ministry by encouraging the people of LUMC to use their gifts, their love of God and their joy in expressing this love through music to create a theologically defined atmosphere of worship for Sunday services and for special events that reflects LUMC core values and mission statement.

City:
Leander

State:
TX



Contact Information:

URL to longer description:
https://www.leanderumc.org/employment/

Contact Name:
Laura Becker

Job Contact Email:
laura.becker@leanderumc.org



Assistant Director for Contemporary Music - Church of the Incarnation

Date: March 9, 2023

Incarnation seeks a part time Assistant Director of Contemporary Music to work with our Uptown Artist-in-Residence, Wendell Kimbrough, in growing the musical worship life of the uptown congregation. The ideal candidate will be a proven band leader, attentive to details, a good singer and proficient with one or more of the following: piano, guitar, a string or brass instrument. Experience with ProPresenter or aptitude to learn. Proficiency with notated music and scoring software.

City:
Dallas

State:
TX

URL to longer description:
https://incarnation.org/about/join-our-team/

Contact Information:



Contact Name:
Wendell Kimbrough


Job Contact Email:
wkimbrough@incarnation.org

Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church in Roanoke, Virginia seeking Director of Music Ministries position

Date: March 8, 2023

 
 

Director of Music Ministries Position Description

Our Story

In 1924, Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church (RCPC) was established in the newly growing neighborhood of the same name. One of its charter members composed a poem to celebrate the new congregation. The end of the first stanza states, “There’s a Temple that’s built for the service of God, a Haven of rest for the poor, a Beacon of hope for all who plod, called the Church of the Open Door.” Since that time “The Church of the Open Door” has been our defining characteristic. 

Located in a neighborhood where members walk to worship, others to school, and more to the local retail and dining district, we are also an urban congregation, located within the city limits of Roanoke, Virginia and thus concerned with issues of justice and poverty. Today some six hundred souls call RCPC their church home, gathering for worship, to study scripture, to pray with and for one another, and to serve the world in love.

Music at RCPC

Music fills our worship with hymns, anthems, prayer responses, instrumental offerings, major works, and more. While rooted in the Reformed tradition, we value music from all eras and nations and appreciate the diversity of the Holy Spirit’s witness in the world. 

In addition to the congregational song, our Sanctuary Choir of 35 singers, our God Alive Children’s Choir of 25 singers, our Youth Bell Choir of 11 ringers, and our five-octave adult Raleigh Court Ringers carry us into God’s presence throughout the year. 

Music at our 9:00 AM Chapel service is accompanied by our Walker Digital Organ (equivalent to 34 pipe ranks over three manuals and pedal), and a five-foot Model M Steinway grand piano. Worship in our sanctuary is supported by our 77-rank Moller organ (Opus 9091, 1958 with renovation and expansion in 2010, four manuals and pedal), and a five-foot Kawai grand piano.  In the summer of 2023, our chancel is being reconfigured to better accommodate our worship and music ministry, providing additional space for creative worship expression and more effective musical presentation.

Music rings through our church as well in monthly Evening Prayer services, special liturgical services throughout the year, our annual Worship on the Mountain outdoor service, the annual congregational retreat, and the summer Music at Raleigh Court Series. Learn more about our music ministry here.

Major Responsibilities

RCPC is seeking a Director of Music Ministries to lead and enrich our music ministry as we move into our next 100 years of worship through music. Resources allow for one full-time and one part-time position; thus, the Search Committee is open to multiple avenues for fulfilling these responsibilities based on the gifts of the successful candidate.

  • Plan and lead musical elements of worship in coordination with other ministry staff, ensuring that the music reflects a variety of styles and is related to the theme of the service.

  • Conduct choir rehearsals, worship services, and special events and activities.

  • Accompany choral, vocal solo, and instrumental music in worship.

  • Prepare and offer sacred organ and piano repertoire with a high degree of excellence.  

  • Discern musical gifts and talents within the congregation and community, and enlist, encourage, and enable the use of those gifts.

  • Nurture the people and groups involved in the church’s music ministry.

  • Serve as administrator of the music ministry including scheduling, employing guest musicians, budgeting, purchasing, and maintenance of all music-related assets.

  • Prepare and oversee the annual Music at Raleigh Court Series, featuring regional guest performers and musical ensembles of RCPC.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

We seek a candidate who . . .

  • Has a deep Christian faith and a desire to share faith through music;

  • Is a gifted and experienced musician with a broad repertoire and knowledge of sacred music;

  • Has the ability and experience to equip, guide, and conduct adult, children, and youth choirs; handbell ensembles; and instrumentalists;

  • Will work independently and collaboratively with volunteers and the RCPC ministry team; and, who

  • Demonstrates strong organizational, computer, and oral and written communication skills.

Proficiency and experience in playing the organ and piano are highly preferred. Basic keyboarding skills are required.

Compensation and Benefits

The Director of Music Ministries is a full-time position with a salary commensurate with experience and skills ($63,000-$70,000).  Benefits include Presbyterian Church USA medical, pension, and death and disability benefits; continuing education; vacation and holidays off.  A sabbatical is offered following six years of consecutive service.

Contact Information:

To Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter describing your interest in this position and the gifts, talents, and personal and professional qualities you would bring to RCPC. In addition, if available, we welcome a video recording of you playing an organ prelude or postlude, accompanying a congregational hymn, and conducting an adult choir anthem. Materials should be submitted to Jaye Harvey Wellons at musicsearch@rcpres.org.

This position is open until filled; however, applications will be reviewed beginning on April 1st with a desired starting date in the fall of 2023. All submissions will be handled confidentially. 

RCPC shares the policy of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and will recruit, hire, call, train, and promote all persons in job classifications without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, religious affiliation (except, when after careful study, religious affiliation is determined to be a bona fide occupational qualification), or physical, mental, or medical disability unrelated to the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.



Director of Music and Worship

Date: March 3, 2023

Stillwater First United Methodist Church is seeking a director of music and worship to join the team. The Director of Music and Worship is responsible for the multiple music programs of the church as well as planning and management of worship services. Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in music or comparable degree with five years of experience preferred. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references to the contact information below. This is a full-time role with an expected salary range of $50-55,000. Expected start: Summer.

City:
Stillwater

State:
OK

Contact Information:

URL to longer description:
www.fumcstw.org/jobs

Contact Name:
Kyle Anderson

Job Contact Email:
firstunited@fumcstw.org



Director of Music & Fine Arts Memorial Drive United Methodist Church, Houston TX

Date: February 17, 2023

Memorial Drive UMC is a vibrant congregation of 7700 in west Houston. Regular Sunday worship consists of four services, two traditional and two contemporary. The traditional music ministry includes three full-time and two-part time staff, and up to eight staff singers; 6 vocal choirs, 3 handbell choirs, and 4 instrumental groups.

 

The Director of Music & Fine Arts is a full-time, salaried position with benefits to begin in summer 2023. Qualifications for the position include a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in music and experience in music ministry and choral conducting. A master’s degree and training in church music and/or seminary is preferred. In addition, the Director shall show strong evidence of personal maturity and a heart of service to others, including the ability to work well with both church members and the others on the church staff. Candidates should embody our staff culture of being humble, faithful, and innovative followers of Jesus. As a leader within the congregation, the Director should be a person of faith embodying high moral and ethical standards and integrity.

 

  • Administrate and coordinate overall traditional music ministries: planning annual budget and monitoring expenses; scheduling rehearsals and concerts on the church calendar; supervising other music ministry staff and volunteer leaders.
  • Plan and lead music for traditional classic worship, with attention to the liturgical year.
  • Coordinate the scheduling for all choirs and ensembles, handbell and instrumental groups, and soloists in classic worship.
  • Recruit, train, and lead individuals to serve in appropriate musical groups, taking care to ensure that all participants with the program are treated with dignity and respect.
  • Direct Chancel Choir, N.O.A.H. Choir (senior adults), and handbell choirs for adults, youth, and children, and/or other groups as divided among the music staff.
  • Plan and coordinate concerts along with other music staff: Advent, Spring and/or Holy Week, annual bells and orchestra concert, Phantom of the Organ, MDUMC Organ Series, and guest artists.
  • Oversee the care and maintenance of the church’s musical instruments and equipment. Supervise maintenance of and additions to the music library and related equipment.
  • Attend weekly staff meetings and collaborate with other staff on church-wide events.
  • Coordinate with community music groups who use our facility.



Contact Information:

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume with references by March 15, 2023 to Dr. Brad Morgan, Senior Pastor, at BradMorgan@mdumc.org or 12955 Memorial Drive, Houston TX, 77079.



First UMC Grand Prairie: Accompanist

Date: February 14, 2023

Proficiency on piano with experience in traditional worship settings. Organ proficiency and/or modern worship experience are strong pluses . Responsibilities include playing service music, playing hymns for singing in two traditional services each Sunday as well as special services and events, and accompanying the choir and other musical groups for both rehearsal and worship or performances. Compensation is competitive and based upon experience and skill level. Position will be open early in 2023.



Organist / Pianist

Date: February 10, 2023

The Organist is primarily responsible for providing organ music for the traditional worship service at Advent Lutheran Church. This role will also provide piano accompaniment for the Praise Band at the contemporary worship and at weekly evening choir rehearsals.The Organist will be expected to play extra services as needed throughout the year. Must be an accomplished performer with demonstrated competency in organ and piano, able to sight read, and have a degree in organ performance or commensurate experience. See full job description for details.

City:
Arlington

State:
TX

Contact Information:

RL to longer description:
https://www.indeed.com/job/organist-77e6515bfad64efa

Contact Name:
Linda Guidry

Job Contact Email:
lguidry246@gmail.com



Organist/Choir Director

Date: February 10, 2023

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Garland, Texas seeks an Organist/Choir Director to begin March 1, 2023. This is a part-time position with paid vacation. The Director oversees maintenance of all instruments: a 25 rank pipe organ, a Baldwin studio piano, a Kawai digital piano and a 3 octave set of Malmark choir chimes and directs a volunteer adult choir. Providing/playing music for all principle Sunday services (1x weekly), various special services and leading choral rehearsal. Part Time, paid vacation. Salary 16-20K

City:
Garland

State:
Texas


Contact Information:

URL to longer description:
http://www.holytrinitygarland.org/Choir

Contact Name:
Anne P McLane

Job Contact Email:
mclaneap@gmail.com


Director of Music & Organist Position at FPC Atlanta

Date: February 6, 2023

Congregation Summary

Founded in 1848, First Presbyterian is an 1,800-member(plus 330 children) congregation located in the arts district of Midtown. First Presbyterian is known throughout the city and the nation for balancing spiritual conviction and tangible compassion. Our sermons, Sunday school classes,small groups, and courses lead people to challenge assumptions and lean into their faith.At the same time, we deeply invest in and serve the members of our congregation, the Atlanta community, and beyond. With robust and holistic ministries serving the poor and vulnerable of our city; with global partners in Brazil, Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica, and Kenya;and with spiritual formation opportunities for all ages, First Presbyterian Church’s purpose is to humbly follow Jesus Christ.

The pipe organ at First Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, was originally built by M. P. Möller Pipe Organ Co. (1969, Op. 10527). W. Zimmer & Sons, Inc. (1992, Op. 461) modified the organ with a new main console, a new Gallery Organ console, new additional stops, and other renovations. There was a major renovation and enlargement of the organ at from 2016-2018 by organ builders Klais, from Germany, and Schlueter, based in Lithonia, Georgia.The organ currently boasts four 61-note manuals and an AGO Standard 32-note pedalboard, 10 divisions, 6,397 pipes, and a state-of-the-art control system by Syndyne.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Senior Pastor, and in collaboration with the pastoral staff and the worship and arts staff,the Director of Worship, the Arts, and Organist will:

•Serve as the principal organist for two weekly worship services (44out of 52 Sundays per year), weddings, funerals, and special worship services (Holy Week, Christmas Eve, etc.).

•Serve as the lead accompanist for the choir,playing Wednesday night and Sunday morning rehearsals.

•Create technically excellent and spiritually accessible and resonant worship experiences that are rooted in the Reformed Tradition and relevant to 21stcentury sensibilities.

•Along with lay leaders, curate our Concerts@FirstSeries;oversee and direct our Arts Ministry as well as develop and deepen partnerships with the music and arts community in metro Atlanta.

•Supervise the Co-Directors of the Choir and the Orchestra;the Administrative Assistant for Music;the Director of the School of Fine Arts/Assistant Director of the Arts;Director of Alternative Worship;and the Director of the Bell Choir; and organize internship positions for Georgia State University School of Music graduate students in choral conducting and organ.

•Oversee the maintenance and tuning schedule for the sanctuary organ, the chapel organ, and all the pianos on the church property.

•Attend all pertinent meetings related to staff, worship, music, and arts ministries.

Compensation and Start Date Start Date:June 15, 2023 Salary:$80,000 Benefits:Medical Included PTO:20 Days+ 5 Sick Days

Contact Information:

Submit applications through the online portal:

https://form.jotform.com/230264321282042

 


Worship Media Director Part Time

Date: February 6, 2023

Prepares media for in person and live stream worship services and supervises all live streaming technologies including multiple cameras, video switching, and media integration. Church presentation software experience required, ProPresenter a plus. Ability to read music also a plus.

City:
Allen

State:
TX

Contact Information:

Please contact Josh Esparza

Job Contact Email:

joshe@fumcallen.org



Director of Music Ministries

Date: February 3, 2023

First UMC of Allen is seeking a full-time Director of Music Ministry. This position requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Music or Music Education or an equivalent degree in Worship and Fine Arts. A Master’s Degree in Music, Music Education, or Worship is a plus. Experience as a traditional church music director, including directing choirs, orchestras, and handbells and experience in leading modern worship are required. Please submit a letter of interest, a resume, and links to any videos of you leading worship or directing a choir by February 21, 2023.

City:
Allen

State:
Texas

Contact Information:

Contact Name:
Lisa Romans

Job Contact Email:
lisar@fumcallen.org



Director of Worship Arts Ministries

Date: February 3, 2023

Galloway United Methodist Church
305 North Congress Street
Jackson, MS 39201

Galloway United Methodist Church, a growing historic congregation in Jackson, MS, is seeking a full-time Director of Worship Arts Ministries to oversee and direct a comprehensive Music and Art Ministry. Galloway is a dynamic 1800 member congregation which was established in 1836. The church is located in downtown Jackson, the capital city of Mississippi. Galloway has many exciting ongoing ministries, seeking to meet the needs of a diverse congregation and the surrounding metro community. Galloway believes strongly in its purpose statement which is "revealing Heaven on earth through the witness of our personal spirituality, congregational ethos, and work of ministry by faithfully following Jesus." Thus, our ministries are broad and include persons of varied ages, races, culture, and socio-economic backgrounds.

We seek a Director who will continue an excellent history of great sacred music and the arts and one who will strive to find new ways of using music and arts in worship in creative and bold ways for our congregation. We seek a candidate who is passionate about and excels in leading all types of music. The successful candidate will have excellent music skills, be of strong personal and spiritual character, and possess the ability to recruit, motivate and inspire participants in the music and arts ministries.

Galloway UMC is blessed with a wealth of resources which the Director of Worship Arts Ministries will oversee. These include a 65 rank Casavant pipe organ, 21 pianos (7 Grand Pianos), 6 octaves of Malmark handbells, 4 octaves of Schulmerich handbells, 3 octaves of White Chapel handbells, 5 octaves of Malmark handchimes, 4 octaves of Suzuki handchimes, a battery of Orff & Suzuki instruments, and an extensive choral, handbell, and orchestral music library.
The Director conducts the Chancel Choir and handbell choirs, coordinates the Drama Ministry, and oversees Children's choirs, Liturgical dance, a Blue Grass band, small vocal ensembles, and instrumental ensembles. Currently, the position oversees a part-time Administrative Assistant, a part-time organist, numerous volunteer ministry leaders, and budget adequate to support these positions. The Director will report directly to the Senior Pastor.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIRED: A Bachelor’s degree in music is required with an advanced degree preferred. Experience in young adult ensembles and youth music/choir is critical. A solid, pedagogical understanding of voice is desired. Additionally, this person must be able to work successfully as part of a team, be a proven administrator, and value the relational aspects of ministry. The ability to articulate and communicate effectively and a willingness to both teach and learn are essential.

The competitive compensation package for this position is commensurate with experience and training. INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD SUBMIT A RESUME AND PERSONAL STATEMENT VIA EMAIL BY MARCH 10,2023 to Kathy Evans at kevans@gallowayumc.org. The personal statement should address these questions:
How would you direct the Worship Arts Ministries at Galloway to advance our commitment to revealing Heaven on Earth? What is it about your training, experience and philosophy that uniquely qualifies you for this position?

Contact Information:

Galloway United Methodist Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


URL to longer description:
www.gallowayumc.org

Contact Name:
Kathy Evans

Job Contact Email:
kevans@gallowayumc.org

Director of Music Ministries Part Time

Date: January 19, 2023

Description (maximum 600 characters):
First United Methodist Church of Mesquite (15 minutes east of Downtown Dallas) has an immediate opening for a part-time Director of Music Ministries. First Mesquite is an open and affirming congregation that welcomes all as beloved children of God. The Director will have oversight of both an adult choir and praise band. Both rehearse on Wednesday evenings. Our one worship service is held Sundays at 10:30am.

City:
Mesquite

State:
Texas

Contact Information:

URL to longer description:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/170fXs1SR8i2R22_fVt_HAAPRmNeZNNxW/view?usp=sharing

Contact Name:
Rev. Wally Butts, Sr. Pastor

Job Contact Email:
pastor@firstmesquiteumc.org

Organist Part-Time

Date: January 19, 2023

Northway Christian Church is searching for an organist to work part time (10 hrs) providing service music on Sunday mornings, one service, and accompaniment for the Wednesday evening choir rehearsals. A stoplist for the pipe organ is included in the detailed job description. The organist would be expected to play extra services as needed - Ash Wednesday, Holy Week, Christmas Eve. Please see full job announcement for more information.

City:
Dallas

State:
Texas

Contact Information:

Director of Music/Organist (Part-Time)

Date: January 6, 2023

Larchmont United Methodist Church (LUMC) in Norfolk, VA near Old Dominion University and within a robust musical community is seeking applicants for the position of Director of Music/Organist. This is a part-time, salaried position (average 20 hours per week). The Director of Music/Organist is responsible for the traditional music programs of LUMC. Duties include planning and performing organ music; directing the adult choir (which includes recruiting, planning, rehearsing, and performing for weekly services and holidays); and directing the adult bell choir.

Additionally, the Director of Music/Organist plans special musical celebrations such as cantatas, oratorios, or other major choral works at least twice a year. Other responsibilities include administrative duties and care and management of instruments, including the pipe organ: a 2M, 37R Casavant, revoiced Buzard. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Organ Performance or Sacred Music is required with a master’s degree preferred. Candidate should have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as an organist and choir director and be able to demonstrate knowledge of organ and sacred choral literature, liturgies and hymnody, choral and instrumental conducting, hand bells.

The Director of Music/Organist plans and implements these programs under the direction of the Lead Pastor and in collaboration with the Worship Committee.

Contact Information:

All candidates are to submit a letter of interest and resume to Rev. Fran Cooper at francooper@vaumc.org by January 30, 2023.

https://www.larchmontumc.org/jobs

 

Choral Scholar (part-time)

Date: January 4, 2023

St. Benedict Anglican Church in Rockwall, TX, is adding two new choral scholar positions to serve as section leaders to our budding choir along with our existing two section leaders. We are primarily seeking a baritone and an alto, but welcome all voice types to apply. Sight singing skills required. Choral scholars attend warm up at 8:15 a.m. each Sunday to sing for 9 a.m. worship and rehearse roughly from 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Choir schedule for 2023 runs January 11 through June 4 (Trinity), and September 6 through Christmas Eve.

City:
Rockwall

State:
TX

Contact Information:

Contact Name:
Susan Williams

Job Contact Email:
susanw@stbenedictanglican.com