Music Director Norfolk, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Established in 1994, NiteLines USA has successfully delivered contract support services to more than 144 government institutions and medical treatment facilities across the country. Work with a dedicated and caring organization and start doing your life's best work.

We are currently looking to hire a Music Director in the Norfolk, VA area.

Hourly Rate: $60.00

Location:  Naval Station Norfolk, Norfolk, VA

Requirements: 

• Minimum 3 years of experience serving as a worship musician
• Ability to perform as a guitarist, pianist, and vocalist
• Experience with both contemporary Christian worship music and traditional Christian hymns
• Experience leading choirs, praise teams, or volunteer musicians
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Availability for weekly Sunday services, rehearsals, holidays, and special events
• Ability to work within a military chapel environment and obtain base access

A. Sunday Worship Services

• Provide music leadership for one Protestant worship service every Sunday.
• Worship services are scheduled to begin at approximately 10:45 AM.
• Each service is expected to last approximately one hour.
• Arrive at least 20 minutes before the scheduled service.
• Coordinate musical selections with the officiating Chaplain.

B. Weekly Music Rehearsals

• Conduct one music rehearsal per week.
• Each rehearsal is expected to last approximately 1.5 hours.
• Lead volunteer musicians, vocalists, instrumentalists, choirs, and praise teams.
• Prepare special musical selections for upcoming worship services.
• Coordinate rehearsal schedules with chapel leadership.

C. Special Religious Services

Provide musical support for approximately 12 special religious events annually, including but not limited to:

• Christmas Eve
• Ash Wednesday
• Good Friday
• Other scheduled Protestant religious services

D. Memorial Services and Special Events

• Provide musical planning and performance for approximately six memorial services or special events annually.
• Coordinate all musical selections with chapel leadership.
• Ensure appropriate and professional musical support for each occasion.

3. Required Music Director Qualifications

The proposed Music Director must demonstrate:

1. At least three years of experience serving as a worship musician.
2. Demonstrated ability to perform as a guitarist, pianist, and vocalist.
3. Proficiency in contemporary Christian worship music.
4. Proficiency in traditional Christian hymns.
5. Experience directing choirs, praise teams, or volunteer musicians.
6. Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
7. Ability to work within a diverse military chapel environment and respect its religious-program requirements.
8. Reliable availability for weekly worship, rehearsals, and special events.