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Clover Presbyterian Church

Music Director

Clover Presbyterian Church, Clover, South Carolina, United States, 29710


CLOVER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Music Director Job Description

Position:

Music Director (Part Time)

Purpose:

To serve as Music Director for Clover Presbyterian Church. This is a church staff member role and is expected to work closely with all other staff members and volunteers. Our goal is to expand on our music program, creating a blended worship experience of traditional and contemporary music styles.

Supervision:

Under the supervision of the pastor of the church

Relationship with others:

Responsible to the Session through the Music and Worship Ministry Team of the church, serves as a member of the church staff and works closely with all staff members.

Specific Responsibilities:

a. Develop, oversee and direct adult and children’s music groups

b. Add contemporary component to music ministry.

c. Utilize volunteers as is feasible.

d. In co-ordination with the pastor, select music appropriate for the church year.

e. Maintain scheduled rehearsals for all music groups.

f. Purchase new music as needed, within budget; keep all music organized for easy access.

g. Utilize the musical talents of those in the church who play musical instruments and actively recruit new musicians.

h. Plan special music for all worship services of the church, including special services such as Christmas Eve, Easter, Renewal services as requested.

i. Provide a varied selection of music types.

j. Other responsibilities as assigned by the Pastor or Session.

Qualifications:

A commitment to Jesus Christ is required. Background in church music, with a broad and varied repertoire, a demonstrated mastery of musical performance (Piano preferred, other instruments a plus), and experience in directing musical groups is required. An enthusiastic personality is needed, along with the ability to motivate and lead others.

Requirements:

Lead comprehensive music program, enhancing traditional worship and adding a contemporary component. Assume leadership of both adult and children’s music programs.

a. Weekly rehearsal with Adult Choir

b. Weekly children’s choir rehearsal on Wednesdays

c. Sunday Worship (currently at 10 AM)

d. Special Worship services during the year: Christmas Eve, various Easter services, cantatas, as well as other special services that may arise.

e. Attend staff meetings.

f. Other rehearsals as needed.

g. Practice/preparation time.

Shall be subject to annual review by Personnel Committee which will report findings to Session.

Remuneration and Benefits:

Salary: $20,000 - $22,000 based on experienc

Vacation: 4 weeks – Prorated (1 week/3months service)

Social Security to be paid by church per law.

Send resume or any questions to Paula Clayton, CPC Finance and Personnel Committee, at ptclayton1@hotmail.com.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20,000.00 - $22,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off

Schedule:

Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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