JOB OPPORTUNITY
Organist and/or pianist
The Organist/Pianist plays the organ and/or piano on Sunday mornings for worship service and for other special services/occasions of the church.
Status: Part-time, salaried
Hours: Approximately 100 Hours per Year (2 hours avg. / wk. for 50 weeks). Services are scheduled weekly. Other events as needed. Based on 52 weeks with 2 weeks leave per year. Individual practice time included in responsibilities is at Organist/Pianist discretion.
Benefits: 2 Weeks Annual Leave. Salary based on experience.
Responsibilities:
Play the organ /piano for Sunday worship services
Play the organ /piano for Revival services
Play the organ /piano for all Easter services
Play the organ /piano for all Christmas services
Play the organ /piano for any other services such as funerals, or as listed by the Director of Music Ministries for the year as announced at music staff planning meetings.
Play the organ/piano for all scheduled practices for all musical performances
Attend any required staff meeting scheduled by the Staff Parish Relations committee or the Pastor
Attend planning meetings for the music staff set up by the Director of Music Ministries
Perform routine organ user maintenance and report to the Director of Music Ministries and Staff Parish committee on the condition of the organ and the pianos.
Perform other tasks related to the music program as assigned.
Skills and qualifications:
Position requires talent and skill in playing the organ and/or the piano. Music training is desirable.
Experience playing music programs in other churches or related field is desirable.
This person must be mature and sensitive in working with all members of the congregation and church staff.
Requirements for the position:
The position is accountable to the Director of Music Ministries, the Staff Parish Relations committee, and the Pastor.
Must cooperate fully with the Director of Music Ministries in all matters pertaining to the musical program of the church.
Inform Director of Music Ministries and Pastor of any scheduled absences as soon as possible.
One month in advance would be the minimum time for advance notice. In dealing with children and youth, maintain good communication with parents.
Show respect and courtesy to all staff members, church members, attendees and visitors, and work for the good of the church.
How to apply
Use the form below to apply for the position or email your resume to dsumc@nc.rr.com with the position title in the subject line.
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