Director of Traditional Music Ministries

Director of Traditional Music Ministries Isle of Hope United Methodist Church ( www.iohumc.com ) in Savannah, Georgia, is accepting applications for an experienced Director of Traditional Music Ministries. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team dedicated to vibrant traditional worship. Areas of Responsibility: • Lead all groups for the church’s traditional music and other arts ministries • Conduct the Chancel Choir, Men’s Chorus, and Handbell Choir • Provide music and other arts as assigned for traditional worship services and related activities of the Church • Involve church members in music and arts ministries according to their gifts and passions • Supervise the organization and care of the music library, including copyright and licensing issues, along with all resources, equipment, instruments, and supplies in the music area • Present seasonal cantatas and other special musical events • Engage music and other arts groups in outreach ministries, such as Arts from the Island • Involve Chancel Choir members in annual retreats and workshops • Plan fellowship activities for various music and other arts groups • Provide music resources to program staff and lay leaders • Select music for worship in collaboration with pastoral leadership • Schedule music groups in worship • Recruit lay leaders, soloists, contract musicians, and any other needed participants for music and arts ministries • Prepare and manage annual music ministry budget of $20K • Attend regular staff meetings and various committee meetings • Supervise, develop, and provide feedback for the evaluation process for the Assistant Director of Traditional Music (Pianist/Organist) and the Children’s Music Assistant • Serve as staff liaison with sanctuary audio/video production team to communicate, schedule, and recruit volunteers • Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor Qualifications for Successful Candidates: • Growing faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, and familiar with United Methodist/Wesleyan worship, theology, and doctrine • College degree(s) in music, preferably at the graduate level • Experience and knowledge of hymnody and sacred choral music • Experience leading music in a wide range of styles • Understand basic vocal technique • Able to play a keyboard instrument; the ability to play additional musical instruments is highly desirable • Able to arrange and adapt music for various ensembles and levels of ability • Fluent in music notation and notation software such as Sibelius or Finale • Proficient in Microsoft Windows and various applications including Microsoft Outlook and Word, and in Google Suite applications such as Gmail, Docs, and Sheets • Proficient or trainable in Church-specific software such as ACS and Facility Scheduler