Music Director and Organist

Company Description Monfort Heights United Methodist Church (UMC) is a faith-based organization located in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. Our mission is simple: Empowering and equipping families and individuals to live in Christ-community. Our goal is to provide connection, growth and serving opportunities for everyone.

Role Description The Music Director and Organist is an on-site, part-time position (10 to 12 hours per week), with an annual salary of $18,000 - $20,000 commensurate with ability and experience, with 4 Sundays paid vacation, annually. This position plans and leads music for worship services, including selecting hymns, anthems, and service music in coordination with clergy and worship leaders. The role includes playing the organ and piano to accompany worship services (Sundays and special holiday worship services), weddings and funerals (schedule permitting with honorarium). The Music Director and Organist also rehearses and directs our vocal and instrumental choirs, and accompanies soloists and guest musicians, when needed. They encourage participation from congregants of varied ages and skill levels, and develop seasonal and special music programs. Membership in the American Guild of Organists (AGO) and/or American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) is encouraged and will be supported.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree (preferred)Christian faith, in support of the United Methodist ChurchMust pass Safe Sanctuaries screening and comply with Safe Sanctuaries guidelines.Proficiency playing Organ and PianoProven ability to grow, and lead choir ensemblesSchedule availability Sunday mornings 8:30 am - 11:00 am and availability for additional worship services as necessary (Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Holy Week, scheduled Combined Worship Services, and other times as scheduled in advance)Schedule availability for weekly 1-hour worship planning meetings, and vocal and bell choir rehearsals, as scheduled.