Music Director

Part-time (4 hours a week)
Roanoke, VA

Forest Park is a progressive inclusive church of all people. We truly believe all people are affirmed at the table. Applicant should be of the same spiritual mind set.

The church music director plays a significant role as the person who curates the musical portion of every church service. They can set the tone and mood of the service and have power over how the congregation is touched or influenced during worship service. This is a large responsibility and involves a mature faith and good discernment to match personal music preferences with the worship style and setting of the church itself.

Our Director of Music:

should demonstrate excellent leadership, communication, organization, fairness, and “people skills”

is accountable to the Pastor(s) and is supportive of the Pastor’s decisions and directions

has knowledge, proficiency, and experience in music direction

will be given a Performance Evaluation quarterly by the Pastoral staff and Chairperson of Deacons

Duties & Responsibilities:

Selection of all music used in worship services, including, but not limited to worship songs, special music, and congregational responses. In some instances, these duties may be parsed out to other music leaders who prepare special worship services, e.g. praise parties. The music should reflect a variety of styles.

shall be responsible for the music needs of all worship services and rehearsals, including every Sunday, Easter, and Christmas Eve/Christmas Day service, along with regularly scheduled worship rehearsals

Leading the congregational singing with proficiency and skill

Growth of the worship team

Working, when possible, with other musicians, including instrumentalists and vocalists when available.

Ensuring that music presented is appropriate for the worship service, is in keeping with the church’s mission.

Maintenance of a music library and a good knowledge of copyright issues

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Please submit cover letter, resume, salary expectations to: [Email hidden]

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $250.00 per month

COVID-19 considerations:
Mask required in some situations.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No