Director of Music, PT – Geneva Presbyterian Job at Presbytery of Genesee Valley

Director of Music, PT – Geneva Presbyterian

The Presbyterian Church in Geneva | 24 Park Place | Geneva, NY 14456

Director of Music Position Available

The Director of Music is the primary staff person supporting music as a central element of worship experiences as well as the church ministry as a whole. Working with ensembles, small groups, and individuals this person will guide, recruit, and encourage a variety of musical offerings in support of the proclamation of the Gospel. This person will play a vital role in creating a new model of music programming.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, rehearse, and support all musical offerings throughout the year. Be present as requested at worship services, with the exception of vacation or sick time.
• Direct Vocal and Bell choirs for monthly/seasonal offerings.
• Coordinate rehearsal schedules as needed.
• Work with Pastor and Worship Design Team to plan music for each season of the church calendar.
• Work with Pastor and Worship Design Team to diversify musical styles and opportunities.
• Support seasonal children’s music programs.
• Encourage and recruit church/community members to participate in musical offerings.
• Coordinate with other staff and ministries for facility use and programming.
• Support the church’s commitment to fully inclusive programming.
• Attend Staff/Session meetings as requested.
• Requested time off requires 2 weeks due notice to the Head of Staff.
• Other duties as required.

Schedule:

Full year position salaried for 1/3 time (12 hours/week). Ensembles/soloists perform during the second of two services on Sunday mornings during the program year (September-May). A single service is offered during the summer. Ensemble choirs participate during the program year. Soloists and non-choir groups offer music throughout the year. Seasonal and special services are offered as needed. Rehearsals and staff meetings as required. Worship Design Team meeting once a month.

Qualifications:

• Experience with directing vocal ensembles.
• Familiarity with a variety of musical styles and pieces appropriate for worship.
• Highly motivated to partner with pastor and other leaders in creating a new program.
• Excellent communication skills, both in-person and electronic.
• Administratively organized.
• Person of active Christian faith practice.
• Flexibility and willingness to serve on a team.
• Academic degree in music preferred.

Accountability: This position is accountable to the Head of Staff (Pastor) and Session.

Compensation and Benefits: $20,000/year

• Salary commensurate with experience
• 1 week paid vacation
• Flexible unpaid time off with due notice
• Access to enroll in PCUSA health/dental/vision benefits

Start date: As soon as possible.

If you’d like more information, please contact Rev. Colin Pritchard at pastor@pcgny.org. If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to the same email address.