NC Conference of The United Methodist Church
Organist and Director of Music Brevard First United Methodist Church
NC Conference of The United Methodist Church, Brevard, North Carolina, United States, 28712
Full-Time Organist and Director of Music
First United Methodist Church – Brevard, North Carolina
First United Methodist Church of Brevard, located in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina, seeks a full-time Organist and Director of Music to lead and enrich our vibrant and diverse music ministry.
Our congregation averages around 200 multi-generational worshippers each Sunday, united by our mission:
“We are Christ’s people, drawn together in love, moving out to serve.”
About the Position The Organist/Director of Music provides leadership for all musical activities of the church, including:
Two traditional Sunday worship services and one contemporary service
Special and seasonal worship services (Advent, Christmas, Holy Week, Easter, etc.)
Memorial services and weddings (as requested)
The Director oversees and collaborates with choirs, instrumental ensembles, handbell groups, and the praise band, fostering an inclusive and spiritually enriching worship environment. The ideal candidate will uphold and support the beliefs and worship practices of the United Methodist Church.
Our Music Tradition Brevard FUMC has a long-standing reputation for musical excellence within both the church and the community.
Our sanctuary houses a three-manual Schantz pipe organ (28 ranks), enhanced with a Festival Trumpet rank and updated electrical system, supported by an endowed foundation. A two-manual tracker organ graces our chapel, and other instruments include a harpsichord, handbells, Orff instruments, and more.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Church or Sacred Music (or equivalent)
Strong organ and keyboard proficiency
Substantial experience directing choral ensembles
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills
Ability to build relationships and collaborate with musicians of all ages
Preferred:
Graduate degree in Organ, Church, or Sacred Music
Experience directing handbell and/or instrumental ensembles
Familiarity with contemporary worship and praise music
Compensation and Benefits
Salary: $50,000–$70,000, commensurate with experience and skills
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
How to Apply To apply, please submit:
A cover letter including a brief personal statement of faith
A résumé highlighting relevant experience
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First United Methodist Church of Brevard, located in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina, seeks a full-time Organist and Director of Music to lead and enrich our vibrant and diverse music ministry.
Our congregation averages around 200 multi-generational worshippers each Sunday, united by our mission:
“We are Christ’s people, drawn together in love, moving out to serve.”
About the Position The Organist/Director of Music provides leadership for all musical activities of the church, including:
Two traditional Sunday worship services and one contemporary service
Special and seasonal worship services (Advent, Christmas, Holy Week, Easter, etc.)
Memorial services and weddings (as requested)
The Director oversees and collaborates with choirs, instrumental ensembles, handbell groups, and the praise band, fostering an inclusive and spiritually enriching worship environment. The ideal candidate will uphold and support the beliefs and worship practices of the United Methodist Church.
Our Music Tradition Brevard FUMC has a long-standing reputation for musical excellence within both the church and the community.
Our sanctuary houses a three-manual Schantz pipe organ (28 ranks), enhanced with a Festival Trumpet rank and updated electrical system, supported by an endowed foundation. A two-manual tracker organ graces our chapel, and other instruments include a harpsichord, handbells, Orff instruments, and more.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Church or Sacred Music (or equivalent)
Strong organ and keyboard proficiency
Substantial experience directing choral ensembles
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills
Ability to build relationships and collaborate with musicians of all ages
Preferred:
Graduate degree in Organ, Church, or Sacred Music
Experience directing handbell and/or instrumental ensembles
Familiarity with contemporary worship and praise music
Compensation and Benefits
Salary: $50,000–$70,000, commensurate with experience and skills
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
How to Apply To apply, please submit:
A cover letter including a brief personal statement of faith
A résumé highlighting relevant experience
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