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Purpose:
The purpose of the position of Music Leader is to promote spiritual life through music in an open and affirming Progressive Christian church.
Responsibilities:
The Music Leader will provide motivation, inspiration, and guidance for all music participants of varied skill levels and proactively work to increase engagement for all who seek to participate in the music ministry of Church of the Beatitudes.
The Music Leader will report directly to and be supervised by the senior minister and will participate in weekly staff meetings.
The Music Leader will coordinate the planning and implementation of appropriate worship music for Sunday, seasonal (e.g., Christmas, Lent), and special services in collaboration with the senior minister.
The Music Leader will possess a passion for leading vocals and leading music of all kinds and an interest in developing, sustaining, and administering a strong, healthy church music program for all ages. S/he will lead worship that may blend traditional, classical, and contemporary musical styles in a way that appeals to a wide variety of congregants. The Music Leader will be able to produce and direct special events, musicals, and programs. Experience with technical aspects of worship—sound boards, audio equipment, video editing—is a plus.
The Music Leader will be responsible for the leadership and supervision of small musical groups (duets, trios, quartets) of the Church. It is anticipated that the Music Leader will be committed to Church of the Beatitudes 15-20 hours per week.
The Music Leader will hire and manage contract soloists and accompanists, maintain the music library, and take responsibility for the purchase of all music and music supplies within the music budget.
Qualifications:
· Show willingness to explore different forms of music for use in worship and improvisation.
· Possess excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities with strong emphasis on listening and problem solving
· Proficient in reading music
· Experience leading music in worship
· Prefer proficiency in piano/keyboard
Benefits:
· Two weeks’ vacation per year
· Four Sundays off per year
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Music Leader: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location