Music Director

Job Description

Part Time Music Director

Hope Congregational Church, UCC (afosterri.org/hopecongri) is a gospel centered, multi-generational church in East Providence, RI. We are looking for an Accompanist/Music Director to work with the Pastor to help lead worship on Sunday morning and Christmas Eve services. The position is expected to begin by August 2026.

Qualifications

1. Ability to lead musical worship.

2. Willingness to support the UCC Statement of Faith and Ministry Distinctives.

3. Willingness to learn and play traditional and modern hymns as well as contemporary worship music.

4. A flexible spirit who is willing to grow and change as our congregation does.

5. Ability sing leading and background vocals and accompany music team on Piano or Pipe Organ.

Responsibilities:

1. Work with Pastor to select songs and plan musical elements included in Sunday morning worship.

2. Lead the congregation in song during Sunday morning services using either Piano or Pipe Organ.

3. Lead mid-week or Sunday morning rehearsals. Currently being held half hour before service begins.

4. Arrange for replacement musicians if you are not able to lead. This can be done with assistance from the Music Committee and the Pastor if necessary.

5. Other duties as assigned.

Hours and Salary

The Music Director is an 8-10 hour a week position that reports to the Music Committee. Salary starts at $11, 900 annually and will start by August 2026.

Currently services start at 10:00 AM on Sundays and 5:00 PM on Christmas Eve.

Applicants may email a letter of interest and resume to:

Music Committee

Chairperson: Cora Rose

Hope Congregational Church, UCC

Email: [email protected]

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $11,900.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Paid time off

Work Location: In person