Director of Music Ministries

Church
JOB POSITION – Director of Music Ministries (Full Time)
The Director of Music Ministries oversees all aspects of the music ministry at First United Methodist Church and the resources needed to deliver excellent and enriching musical worship. The Director will lead and grow the music ministry at the church as we pursue a vision of fostering spiritual growth that brings glory to Jesus Christ. She or he will coordinate the planning and implementation of a comprehensive music ministry for the congregation and community.

JOB TYPE
Full-Time, Exempt

SALARY RANGE
$51,000-$58,000 depending on experience and education.

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
The Director of Music Ministries reports directly to the Lead Pastor. The Director of Music Ministries oversees two part-time positions: Music Associate (Modern Worship and Students), and Music Associate (Children).

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Worship service leadership: regular and primary leadership presence during the 9:00am (Blended, More Traditional), and 11:00am (Blended, More Contemporary) Worship services.

Oversight of all music groups including adult ensembles/choirs, orchestra, worship band, handbell choir, student ministries band, children’s choir, and more.

Supervise paid music staff including the two Music Associates.

Coordinate and/or provide for music needs for special services, music events, weddings, funerals, and community events hosted by the church.

Recruit, train, rehearse, and spiritually develop music ministry volunteers

Provide for the upkeep and proper use of church-owned instruments

Connect with, provide support, and work with a multicultural community

Administrative tasks including budgeting and communication for music ministry

Work closely with other Pastors and faith formation staff to support collaboration and the overall mission of the church

Use music as means for outreach to the community

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

Relevant bachelor and/or master’s degree preferred

Experience in music and worship leadership in a congregation

LOCATION

Madisonville, Kentucky

BENEFITS

16 Paid Time Off Days Annually

4% Pension Contributions after 90 days

Cell Phone Allowance

Continuing Education Budget

First UMC does not offer health insurance.

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