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Clear Lake UMC is a vibrant congregation of 2500+ in South Houston near NASA and the beautiful Clear Lake. Regular Sunday worship consists of four services, two traditional, one contemporary, and one Celebración. The traditional music ministry includes two full-time staff, two part-time staff, 3 vocal choirs, 2 handbell choirs, and the CLUMC Orchestra.

The Director of Music & Fine Arts is a full-time, salaried position with benefits to begin in the summer of 2025. Qualifications for the position include a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in music and experience in music ministry and choral conducting. A master’s degree and training in church music and/or seminary is preferred. In addition, the Director shall show strong evidence of personal maturity and a heart of service to others, including the ability to work well with both church members and the others on the church staff. As a leader within the congregation, the Director should be a person of faith embodying high moral and ethical standards and integrity.

Responsibilities

1. Administrate and coordinate overall traditional music ministries: planning annual budget and monitoring expenses; scheduling rehearsals and concerts on the church calendar; supervising other music ministry staff and volunteer leaders.
2. Plan and lead music for traditional classic worship, with attention to the liturgical year.
3. Coordinate the scheduling for all choirs and ensembles, handbell and instrumental groups, and soloists in classic worship.
4. Recruit, train, and lead individuals to serve in appropriate musical groups, taking care to ensure that all participants with the program are treated with dignity and respect.
5. Direct Sanctuary Choir, handbell choir for adults, orchestra, and/or other groups as divided among the music staff.
6. Plan and coordinate concerts along with other music staff: Meet the Composer Series, annual bells and orchestra concert, and guest artists.
7. Oversee the care and maintenance of the church’s musical instruments and equipment. Supervise maintenance of and additions to the music library and related equipment.
8. Attend weekly staff meetings and collaborate with other staff on church-wide events.
9. Coordinate with community music groups who use our facility.

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume by March 30, 2025 to Rev. Dr. Brad Morgan, Senior Pastor, at brad@clearlakemethodist.org or 16355 El Camino Real, Houston TX, 77062.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Religious Institutions