Organist

NATIONAL CAPITAL PRESBYTERY; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 12,600 - 15,400; Part time

Job summary

NATIONAL CAPITAL PRESBYTERY is looking for a Part-Time Organist to support Sunday morning worship services at Potomac Presbyterian Church. This organ-only position requires collaboration with the Director of Music, and the organist has the right of first refusal for weddings and funerals.

The role involves playing for services at 10:00 AM, with a total compensation of $14,000 annually for approximately 50 Sundays. Ideal for an organist with another Sunday commitment, there is no weekday obligation.

Qualifications

• Experience playing the organ for worship services.
• Ability to collaborate with the Director of Music.
• Knowledge of church musical traditions.

Responsibilities

• Play organ for Sunday worship services at 10:00 AM.
• Collaborate with the Director of Music on music selection.
• Play for weddings and funerals as needed.

Job description

Potomac Presbyterian Church is seeking a Part-Time Organist to support our Sunday morning worship service. This is an organ-only position with no directing responsibilities. It is a great opportunity for an organist who may already have a Sunday position with a later service time. Our worship service is at 10:00 AM, and the organist is typically finished by 11:00 AM. There is no weekday commitment required.

The Organist serves as organist on Sunday mornings during the church worship service and for other special services throughout the year. The organist has the right of first refusal to play at weddings and funerals. The church owns a Viscount Vero 377 Digital Organ that was custom-made in Italy in 2025.

Reports to: Director of Music and is accountable to the Pastor/Head of Staff through the Personnel Committee

Essential Functions

• Plays organ for Sunday 10:00 AM church worship service.
• Collaborates with Director of Music and Accompanist on what to play and when.
• Plays organ for weddings and funerals.

Other Responsibilities

• Enhances Sunday morning worship musically as requested by the Director of Music.
• Accompanies special musical programs during Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter seasons.
• Adheres to all PPC personnel policies, including policies related to safe church.

Compensation: $280 per call with an annual salary of $14,000 per year for approximately 50 Sundays.