Director of Music Ministries

outh Carolina United Methodist Conference; Springdale (SC); Vor Ort; USD 30.000 - 50.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading community church seeks a part-time Director of Music Ministries to develop and coordinate all music aspects. The ideal candidate will lead choir practices and recruit volunteers, ensuring a vibrant worship experience. This role involves budget management and collaboration with church leadership, focusing on enhancing the musical ministry.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of a high school diploma and 5 years of experience required; undergraduate degree preferred.
• Experience in leading music is crucial.

Aufgaben

• Leads choir practices and worship services.
• Selects special music and maintains music library.
• Recruits and coordinates volunteers for music ministry.

Kenntnisse

Leadership in musical groups

Interpersonal skills

Recruiting volunteers

Music/worship software

Budgeting and fundraising

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Undergraduate degree in music

Jobbeschreibung

POSITION TITLE: Director of Music Ministries

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Senior Pastor

PURPOSE: Plan, develop, lead, and coordinate music for all aspects of the music ministry at Platt Springs United Methodist Church

SKILLS DESIRED:

• Ability to demonstrate exceptional technique in leading musical groups and leading worship
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Exhibits ability and experience in successfully recruiting and resourcing new volunteers for the music ministry
• Demonstrates ability to use music/worship software
• Exhibits an operational understanding of financial budgeting and fundraising

EDUCATION: Minimum requirement is a high school diploma and 5 years area work experience; however, an undergraduate degree with special experience in leading music is preferred

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Leads the choir in regular weekly practice and in worship, Sunday mornings and special services such as Christmas and Easter. Choir practice has historically taken place on Wednesday evenings
• Selects anthems and special music showcasing the strengths of musical staff and volunteers
• Prepares and consults with the pastor and church organist on all worship services including Sunday mornings and special celebrations/services
• Prepares musical staff and volunteers for special music at least 4 weeks in advance, allowing for practice time on Wednesday evenings
• Recruits and coordinates music volunteers from the church and the community to enhance the ministries of the church
• Develops and oversees the music ministry budget
• Ensures all church-owned instruments are appropriately maintained
• Maintains and updates the church’s music library
• Other duties as assigned

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:

• Part-time
• Location: Springdale, SC

Salary and hours will be determined based on experience and other qualifications. A successful background check is required for this position prior to hire. To apply, please submit a resume with a cover letter and three professional references to [e-mail] .