Auumm is hiring: Music Director in Kingston

We are looking for a music director who embraces the idea that music embodies an important part of the ministry of our church. We have a small but skilled choir that brings their souls to practice and the services, in order to share with the congregation the transforming and healing power of music. First Parish Church of Kingston, Massachusetts, seeks a Music Director. The position is part-time and requires a commitment of an average of 10 hours a week from mid-August through mid-June. The salary range is $13,000 to $15,000, commensurate with experience and proficiency. Candidates are invited to learn more about the Congregation and Unitarian Universalist theology at our website at http://kingstonuu.org/ The Music Director leads and performs music in worship services and other congregational programs. The Music Director: Directs small, musically experienced choir in weekly rehearsal and performance for Sunday worship Serves as accompanist (piano and organ) for all worship services. Recruits volunteer choir members, professional soloists and other guest musicians. Recruits and supervises vocal intern(s) as needed Plans the music schedule with the Minister for the year including special services such as Christmas Eve, Music Sunday, and fundraising events Cultivates congregational participation in music, in pursuit of a dynamic and diverse music program that fosters maximum participation from the congregation, including children. Participates in meetings with Music and Worship Committees, and staff. Reports to and is supervised by the Minister in a collaborative relationship that includes weekly planning meetings. Manages the maintenance of the piano, organ, other instruments and the music library Plans music budget with the music committee Maintains current membership in AUUMM and abides by its professional code of practice. Follows the policies and procedures outlined in First Parish’s Personnel Policy Manual. Qualifications We seek a creative, talented, energetic musician who inspires joyful music making. The ideal candidate will have many of these professional and personal characteristics: Experience as a music or choir director Advanced keyboard skills and performance experience; other instruments, including organ, or voice a plus Knowledge across many genres of music Ability to build rapport with congregation members. Appreciation of different perspectives and willingness to seek common ground Organized and proactive work style, with the ability to adapt as new challenges arise Self-motivated to work independently, but also comfortable collaborating in team settings Degree in music or equivalent experience strongly preferred Right of first refusal to coordinate music for weddings, memorials, etc. Membership dues paid in Association of UU Music Ministries (https://www.auumm.org/) #J-18808-Ljbffr