Director of Music Ministries

United Methodist Church; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Health cost reimbursement stipend

Retirement incentive option

Job summary

Baker Memorial United Methodist Church in St. Charles, Illinois is seeking a Director of Music Ministries. The position is part-time and open to a college graduate or higher, with preferred membership in The United Methodist Church or other mainline denomination.

Sunday service is at 9:30 AM with an active choral and instrumental program. The role includes coordinating rehearsals, directing multiple vocal/instrumental groups, and supporting special services (Christmas Eve, Holy Week).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Preferred membership in The United Methodist Church or other mainline Protestant denomination.

Responsibilities

• Direct music program for Sunday service at 9:30 AM (blend of classical and modern music).
• Oversee ensembles: Chancel Choir, Chancel Bell Choir, Men's Ensemble, Mixed Ensemble, and organist/accompanist team.
• Coordinate weekly rehearsals and special services such as Christmas Eve and Holy Week.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Part Time , On-Site

Director of Music Ministries, Part-Time

Baker Memorial United Methodist Church in St. Charles, Illinois is seeking a new member of staff: Director of Music Ministries. The position is open to a college graduate or higher with preferred membership in The United Methodist Church or other mainline Protestant denomination. Sunday mornings, weekly rehearsal evenings, special services e.g. Christmas Eve and Holy Week. Compensation based upon experience and credentials. Vacation and a health cost reimbursement stipend included. Retirement incentive option available.

One worship service (blend of classical and modern music in choral selections, hymnody and special performances) at 9:30 AM; Program: Chancel Choir: 30 singers, Chancel Bell Choir: 10 ringers, Men's Ensemble: 12 singers, Mixed Ensemble: 8-10 singers; part-time organist & accompanist; contracted employees include: children's music director, pianist, soloists, section leader, wide variety of instrumentalists.

Baker Memorial United Methodist Church is located in the western suburbs of Chicago; approximately 550 members of diverse age and background, AWA: 140; liturgical, historical, inclusive, welcoming, community minded, active with local and international missions. https://www.bakermemorialchurch.org.