Director of Music

Director of MusicFaith Lutheran Church in OkemosReports to: PastorStatus: Three-Quarter Time, Non-Exempt (Approximately 30 hours per week) Salary: $32,448.00Effective: Fall 2026Job Summary Faith Lutheran Church (FLC) seeks a collaborative, creative, and skilled musician to lead our congregation’s music ministry. The Director of Music provides musical leadership for worship, directs volunteer voice and bell choirs, collaborates with staff and volunteers in worship planning, and fosters a vibrant music ministry that encourages congregational participation and spiritual growth. This position combines artistic excellence with a deep awareness of music’s role in the spiritual and communal life of the congregation, and understands that music ministry is a ministry of belonging and care, recognizing that for many volunteers, choir is where they process grief, find friendship, and feel seen.About UsWe are an active, welcoming Lutheran (ELCA) congregation in Okemos committed to faith formation, community engagement, and inclusive ministry (Reconciling in Christ - RIC). Our congregation values collaboration, hospitality, and building meaningful relationships acrossgenerations. Ministries currently include a vibrant volunteer music program, youth activities, a food pantry, and advocacy outreach. Learn more about our congregation and ministries at our website ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).A successful candidate will support the mission and ministry of our church and work respectfully within the theology and practices of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).Core Functions 1. Worship LeadershipServe as the primary organist and pianist for weekly worship services and special services throughout the church year.Select, prepare, and perform preludes, postludes, offertories, service music, hymns, and other musical selections appropriate to the liturgical season in collaboration with the pastor and worship leaders.Collaborate with the pastor and worship leaders to plan contemporary and traditional music that complements the themes and readings for worship.Work collaboratively with volunteer vocalists, instrumentalists, guest musicians, and the accompanist to support meaningful worship experiences.Coordinate musical leadership for weddings, funerals, and other special services in consultation with families and church staff.2. Choir & Music MinistryRecruit, direct, and encourage members of the vocal and bell choirs – treating the choirs as a front door for radical welcome and inclusivityPlan and lead weekly rehearsals and prepare the choirs for regular and seasonal worship services.Select choir repertoire that reflects the church’s theology, liturgical seasons, and musical abilities of participants.Mentor volunteer musicians and encourage participation from people of all ages, including youth, and musical backgrounds both in and outside the congregation. Coordinate substitute musicians when needed.3. Music Program AdministrationPrepare annual budget request and submit it to the worship committeeMaintain the church’s music library, organize music resources, oversee compliant music licensing requirements, and purchase new music in accordance with the music budget.Coordinate the care, tuning, and maintenance of the church organ, pianos, and other musical instruments using qualified technicians.Ensure music ministry resources, rehearsal spaces, robes, and materials are organized and well maintained.Promote music ministry opportunities through church communications.4. Collaboration & Professional DevelopmentParticipate as a member of the church staff, attending regular staff and worship committee meetings and contributing to worship planning.Maintain positive relationships and inclusive…