Find Christian Links is hiring: Associate Music Director in Granb...
Find Christian Links - Granbury, TX, United States, 76048
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PURPOSE OF POSITION:
This position manages, leads, and executes elements of the church music program. Plays the piano/organ for the Chancel Choir. Directs and leads the Bell Choir. Acts as the Music Director in his/her absence.
ESSENTIAL ACTIVITIES:
Engage congregation for worship services.
Direct Bell Choir, conducting rehearsals and special worship music.
Direct Children's Choir and Youth Choir.
Play organ/piano for worship services.
Play organ/piano for seasonal and special services, weddings, and funerals.
Assist the Music Director with Praise and Worship Choir.
Oversee the maintenance of the music library.
Oversee work performed by volunteer clerks.
Recruit, equip, motivate, and shepherd volunteers, team leaders, and musicians to strengthen the music program.
Assist the Music Director with administrative duties (making copies, ordering supplies, etc).
Participate in staff meetings and other staff retreats.
Required to work overtime as required.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Master's Degree in music, music education, or related field is preferred but not required with adequate work experience.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Skill in leading worship music.
Ability to recruit, train and empower volunteers for worship ministry.
Ability to work with various age groups in a variety of musical environments.
Ability to engage congregation in worship.
Ability to play the organ and piano for vocal groups.
Ability to conduct bell choir and vocal choirs of various ages. Ability to be a self-starter who sets and achieves goals.
Skill in effectively communicating with people of all ages.
Ability to work as a team member always portraying the church, staff, and ministry in the post positive light.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:Minimum of 3 years of related experience in a faith-based setting, casting vision and implementing a successful music ministry and worship experience or related experience Minimum of 3 years' experience in playing organ/piano for a group of vocalists.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
e Manual labor might include bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to walk significant distances, and to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Smoke free/drug free environment.