Traditional Protestant Service Musician

Position Summary
Viakorp Corporation is seeking an experienced

Traditional Protestant Service Musician

to provide instrumental and accompaniment music for Protestant worship services, rehearsals, and authorized special programs at Keesler Air Force Base.
The selected musician will work closely with the Traditional Service Music Director, Protestant Chaplain, Religious Education Coordinator, and chapel staff to provide professional and appropriate worship music.
Work Schedule

The position requires, at minimum:
One weekday rehearsal per week
One Sunday worship service per week
Additional authorized rehearsals and special or holiday services as required
Rehearsals will normally be at least one hour. The musician must arrive at least

30 minutes before each rehearsal and worship service .
Qualifications

Minimum two years of experience performing worship and music services for a Protestant church or chapel
Experience within the past five years is preferred
Traditional Protestant worship experience is preferred
Must proficiently play piano and/or organ
Ability to support traditional and contemporary Protestant worship services
Ability to read sheet music and/or demonstrate advanced improvisational ability
Familiarity with traditional, contemporary, and gospel worship music
Active membership or attendance at a Protestant church or chapel
Ability to provide a letter of endorsement from a current pastor or chaplain
Strong spoken and written English communication skills
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
Professional interpersonal and customer-service skills
Ability to work respectfully within the pluralistic environment of the Air Force Chaplain Corps
Primary Duties

Provide instrumental and accompaniment music during Protestant worship services and rehearsals
Accompany congregational and choral selections
Perform traditional, contemporary, and gospel worship music as required
Coordinate musical selections with the Traditional Service Music Director and Protestant Chaplain
Participate in weekly rehearsals and Sunday worship services
Support authorized holiday services and special chapel programs
Arrive prepared and on time for all scheduled rehearsals and services
Maintain accountability for Government-provided instruments, equipment, and chapel facilities

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