Choir Director

Auumm; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A community congregation in Columbus, Indiana seeks a passionate Choir Director to lead and enhance their music ministries. This part-time role involves leading a volunteer choir and planning music for Sunday services from September to May. The ideal candidate will bring creativity and a collaborative spirit to enrich the congregation's services. Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Passionate about leading a choir and enhancing music ministries.
• Experience in conducting choir rehearsals and selecting music.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Music Director and Minister.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct approximately 30 choir rehearsals and 18 Sunday Services between September and May.
• Select choir pieces in coordination with other leaders.
• Prepare choir for performances twice a month during services.

Skills

Choir leadership

Music planning

Collaboration

Creativity

Job description

The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbus, Indiana, seeks a passionate and skilled Choir Director to lead and enhance our music ministries. This part‑time role involves planning, conducting, and/or performing music for 18 Sunday Services and Christmas Eve between Labor Day and Memorial Day, as well as rehearsing and directing our volunteer choir, approximately 30 times each year. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical proficiency, creativity, and collaborative spirit, enriching our services with diverse musical styles—from classical and traditional to contemporary and global music that align with Unitarian Universalist values of inclusivity and pluralism. Learn more: https://www.uua.org/beliefs/shared-values.

Reports to: Music Director

Start Date: TBD

Key Responsibilities

Choir Direction (approx. 30 Choir Rehearsals and 18 Sunday Services between September–May)

• Select choir pieces that complement worship themes, in coordination with Music Director and Minister.
• Conduct choir rehearsals (day and time flexible; typically one weekday evening a week).
• Prepare the choir to perform at least two times every month during Sunday services.
• Piano skills not required, accompanist will be provided for rehearsals and performances.

Additional Conducting

• Support and lead other ensembles, such as the UUCCI Band, as needed.

Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter to [e-mail].