Music Director
FCC is seeking a part time (15 hours a week) Director of Music to oversee all aspects of worship for a thriving, progressive, and singing congregation. The Director works closely with the Senior Minister, staff, and lay leaders to support energetic, liturgical worship that is beautiful and meaningful for a community with a long history of excellence in, and love for, music-making.
Areas of Responsibility:
Long-term vision and execution of a comprehensive music ministry of the church.
Actively lead congregational singing at all worship services (Sundays at 10:00am).
Additional services: Ash Wednesday, Holy Week, and Christmas Eve.
Direct the Chancel Choir and Handbell Ensemble.
Plan worship by selecting hymns in partnership with the Senior Minister that enhance the text and theme.
Arrange for and oversee accompanists as needed.
Provide planning, arranging, and securing accompaniment for musical selections that engage members of the congregation and professional musicians to provide a diverse range of music for worship services.
Purchase music, supplies, and equipment with authorization from Worship Team.
Serve ex-officio on the Worship Team. Advise the committee on the condition of the musical instruments (organ, pianos, handbells, etc.) and arrange for regular tuning and maintenance.
Continue digitization of and maintenance of choral library with congregational volunteers.
Ideal candidates will have:
Demonstrated musicianship in choral and handbell conducting.
Knowledge of hymnody.
Superior communication skills, both oral and in written form.
Skills in collaboration and navigating team decision-making with open and honest communication.
Experience working with diverse ability levels and creating opportunities that are welcoming and supportive.
Formal training in classical music with abilities and interests in other genres.
A desire to educate congregations on healthy and vibrant ways to make music.
Proficiency on keyboard instruments for choir/ensemble rehearsal purposes, higher levels of proficiency on keyboard and/or other instruments welcomed.
Schedule:
This is a salaried position; needs will vary from week to week but will include regular choir rehearsal (currently Wednesdays 7pm) and worship (10:00am Sundays), staff meetings, and as-needed Worship Team meetings, as well as planning and rehearsal time. Averages 15hrs/week.
Example:
In our current worship services each Sunday, we sing 3 hymns, a Doxology, and a Gloria Patri. The Chancel Choir regularly sings anthems throughout the year and breaks for the summer. The Handbell Ensemble plays several times a year, and we would like to increase the number of handbell performances.
A recent worship guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ESeWoXQI-WJqQf4blYGMiQ_bwlWlk0cB/view?usp=sharing
Pay range: $20,000 – 22,000 annually, with 4 weeks of paid vacation (4 Sundays and 4 ensemble rehearsals). Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience.
Status: Part-time, salaried
Reports to: Senior Minister
Send cover letter and resume to:
Rev. Dr. Michael Yandell at pastor@fccgreensboro.org
Of Note:
We know that confidence-gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Studies have also shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, so please don’t hesitate to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification — we’d love to hear from you.
