Director of Music Ministry

outh Carolina United Methodist Conference; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Broad Street United Methodist Church in Statesville seeks a dedicated individual to lead its music ministry. This part-time role involves planning music for Sunday services, directing choirs, and engaging with the community. Ideal candidates possess formal music education and experience in diverse musical styles.

Benefits

Opportunity for private/community music instruction

Use of church facilities

Qualifications

• Degree in music or equivalent church music experience preferred.
• Skills in directing choirs and leading congregational music.
• Familiarity with a variety of musical styles.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead congregational music for 11:00 Sunday worship.
• Direct adult choir and handbell choir.
• Possibility of developing future children’s/youth music.

Skills

Leadership in music

Familiarity with United Methodist worship

Ability in various musical styles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music or equivalent experience

Job description

Broad Street United Methodist Church, Statesville NC, a downtown church with a heritage of excellence in music and mission, seeks a gifted and dedicated individual to lead its ministry of music. Responsibilities of this position include: planning and leading the congregational music for 11:00 Sunday worship and special seasonal services, and directing the adult choir and handbell choir. Possibility of developing future children’s / youth music. Church instruments include: Austin organ [3 manuals/27 ranks]; Kohler & Campbell grand piano; Malmark handbells [5 octaves]. Opportunity for use of church facilities for private/community music instruction. Familiarity with United Methodist worship and ability in various musical styles expected. Bachelor’s degree in music or equivalent experience in church music preferred. Interim organist in place; however, director position can expand [with additional compensation] to include organist if appropriate skills and desire are present.

Part-time, 15 hrs. per week. Salary range $18,000-20,000 per year.

Come join a dynamic staff and congregation in ministry!