Director of Music

The candidate must have a true and abiding faith in Jesus Christ Our Lord, exemplifying the love of God. An understanding of the Methodist Church and its vision, missions, and values is necessary. • The position is approximately 12-15 hours per week. • The Music Director is a member of the Ministry Staff, the Worship Committee, and the Church Council. • Ability to work well with people of all culturally diverse backgrounds and age groups • Ability to speak in front of others with confidence • Ability to give and receive feedback Responsibilities: • Work as a team with Pastor to design music for Sunday worship that reflects the scripture, sermon series, and/or liturgical celebration • Direct Chancel Choir and Praise Team • Prepare, design music for special services on the church's calendar, such as Christmas, Easter, Holy Week • Prepare, oversee chancel choir rehearsals • Prepare, oversee rehearsals for a praise team, and handbell choir if there is interest in these programs • Possibly provide music for weddings, funerals, or other special events • Recruit, welcome and encourage musicians, vocal or instrumental, to perform and enhance services • Communicate with the church's sound technicians as needed • Ensure all music being used has been legally purchased; services are streamed • Budget acumen required as well as management of the music office, its library, and supplies • Attend and contribute to meetings held by the Worship Committee, Church Council, or others that may be requested relevant to this role