Minister of Music / Church Musician (Organist)

Job Overview

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Minister of Music / Church Musician (Organist) to lead and inspire our congregation through the power of music. This vital role involves not only providing musical leadership during worship services but also fostering a vibrant musical environment that enhances spiritual growth and community engagement. The ideal candidate will bring a lively, energetic presence to worship, demonstrating strong leadership, teaching abilities, and excellent communication skills. As a key member of our church family, you will nurture the musical talents of others and help create an uplifting atmosphere that resonates with all attendees.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Lead and help shape the vision and mission of the Music Ministry in alignment with the church’s worship experience and pastoral leadership
Play organ during Sunday worship services and church ministry functions
Lead weekly Thursday choir rehearsal (7:00 PM to 8:30 PM), teaching music, vocal harmonies, and helping choir members strengthen musical confidence and participation
Teach and reinforce three-part harmonies to choir members
Demonstrate the ability to read and perform a variety of music styles including gospel, Christian contemporary, traditional hymns, and praise & worship music
Introduce and teach new music to choir members, including providing lyrics/words for new songs as needed
Create Sunday morning music lineups and coordinate musical flow for worship services
Play during Sunday morning devotion and provide musical support during the sermon as led by the worship experience and pastor
Collaborate with the Assistant Minister of Music, directing staff, musicians, and worship team regarding upcoming rehearsal selections and worship music planning
Help recruit, encourage, and build choir engagement and participation over time
Support up to two additional ministry events per month as needed (rehearsals, choir outings, special church services, funerals, ministry events, etc.). Additional compensation may be available for events exceeding expectations of the role
Contribute to a worship atmosphere that inspires spiritual connection, excellence, and congregational engagement

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of 3 years of church music leadership or church musician experience
Strong ability to play the organ required
Ability to read music, sight-read, or demonstrate strong familiarity with traditional gospel hymns, choir music, and worship arrangements
Ability to teach choir members vocally, including three-part harmonies
Strong knowledge of gospel, Christian contemporary, traditional hymns, and praise & worship music
Ability to collaborate effectively with pastors, ministry leaders, musicians, and volunteers
Ability to organize rehearsals and help prepare music ministry participants for worship services
Strong communication skills and dependable attendance for rehearsals and worship services

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience serving in an African American church or gospel music tradition strongly preferred
Keyboard/piano proficiency preferred but not required
Prior experience helping grow or strengthen a church choir is preferred

POSITION DETAILS

1099 Independent Contractor Position
Compensation: $300 to $400 weekly ($600 to $800 biweekly), based on experience and qualifications
Paid biweekly

Weekly Schedule Includes:

Thursday Choir Rehearsal: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Up to two ministry related events monthly as needed

If you are passionate about music and looking for an opportunity to serve through your musical skills, we encourage you to apply for this fulfilling position within our church community.

Pay: $300.00 - $400.00 per week

Work Location: In person