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Director of Music
Job Description
Mandarin UMC is currently looking for a new part-time Director of Music to provide leadership to the music ministry at our traditional worship service.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Research, select and plan music for our weekly sanctuary worship service, and other special services and programs throughout the year.
- Direct, accompany, or otherwise provide for and arrange the music selections. Modify music as appropriate. When required, write-up / transpose the necessary music for instrumentalist accompaniment.
- Work with Senior Pastor and the MUMC staff team to plan worship that integrates music with the other aspects of worship, honors the traditions of the church, and provides opportunities for a variety of people to participate, including all ages.
- Supervise assigned MUMC staff including the Organist and Director of Children’s choir. Responsible for performing annual reviews of any employees that directly report to this position.
- Encourage, give direction and support volunteers who support worship services in our sanctuary.
- Budget, select and purchase the necessary music and equipment to support MUMC sanctuary worship and other programs.
- Responsible for ensuring continuity of funeral and wedding arrangements.
- Participate (virtually or in person) in hybrid church staff meetings as schedule allows.
Preferred Qualifications And Skills
- A college degree in music is recommended (major in voice or piano/organ is preferred).
- Experience in leading a congregation in a traditional style of worship.
- Possesses a wide knowledge of hymns and worship songs appropriate to the United Methodist tradition.
- Skilled and competent musician who can read and arrange sheet music for vocal harmonies and multiple instruments. Proficiency in piano is desired but not necessary.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this position, please send your resume and a brief cover letter by November 19th to office@mumc.net or give us a call at 904-268-5549.