Director of Music - Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Music - Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church

Director of Music Position

Description : To coordinate the music and worship life of the MVPC in collaboration with the Pastor.

Summary : This is a part-time salaried position. The salary is $20K.  Responsibilities include 10-15 hours of work each week with one Sunday off per month in coordination with the Organist/Accompanist.

Music Responsibilities:

• Rehearse and direct the church choir, preparing them to sing during worship 2-3 times per month. The choir does not meet in the summer.
• Recruit soloists and ensembles from inside and/or outside of the congregation.
• Work with the Pastor and Organist/Accompanist to incorporate a variety of music to enhance worship.
• Ensure musical support for worship services every Sunday, particularly those weeks when the Director and/or Organist are off.  
• Schedule and rehearse “special music” (eg: soloists or instrumental music) for worship services at least once per month.
• Secure substitute musicians as needed.

Administrative Responsibilities: 

• Work closely and cooperatively with the pastor, the Organist/Accompanist, and Office Manager to coordinate the worship life of MVPC.
• Attend all Worship Ministry Team meetings (usually virtual).
• In consultation with the Organist/Accompanist, recommend necessary instrument maintenance.
• Submit music fund expenses to the Office Manager promptly.
• Submit annual recommendations for music program expenditures to the Worship Ministry Team for consideration during the budget process.

Qualifications:

• A vibrant and growing relationship with God and a commitment to the way of Jesus Christ.  
• Ability to accompany the congregation on piano (or organ) when the accompanist is off (one weekend per month).
• An interest in a variety of musical styles to continue moving the congregation beyond hymns and traditional Church music.  
• Effective interpersonal skills, organizational ability, and creativity. 
• Formal instrumental and/or choral training required. Bachelor of Music desired.

To apply, please submit a resume and a brief cover letter.