WANTED: Associate Director of Music
If you would like to apply for this position, please contact Rev. Ben A. David Hensley: ben@lumc.net
Title: Associate Director of Music
Salary: $12,000-$15,000
Status: part-time; ~10 hours a week
FLSA: non-exempt
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Reports to: Director of Worship and Music
Effective: January 27, 2025
Job Summary: The Associate Director of Music provides keyboard (piano and organ) support to music in worship, collaborates with the Director of Worship and Music and the Pastor to plan worship, supports ensemble rehearsals when a keyboard is needed, and supports congregational singing in worship.
Essential Functions:
Playing piano and organ to support music and congregational singing in worship.
Supporting rehearsal from piano/organ of music ensembles
Collaborating with other staff to assist in worship planning
Providing incidental music in worship from piano and/or organ including but not limited to Preludes, Postludes, and music that underscores the movement of the liturgy.
Overseeing ongoing maintenance of Piano in Organ in consultation with Director of Music and Worship
Minimum Required Qualifications:
A bachelors degree in a music-related field
Excellence in piano and organ playing
A general understanding of worship practices, especially in the United Methodist Church
Physical Requirements:
Ability to drive a vehicle
Ability to sit and rise, unassisted, from an organ console that has pedals
Ability to play pedals competently with feet
Core Competencies:
Musicianship: The Associate Director of Music will be a fundamental part of the music ministry of the church. They will demonstrate excellence in their primary instrument, an ethic of self-improvement through regular practice and a willingness to collaborate and make music in a broad range of ensembles
Growth: The Associate Director of Music will continously engage in development of their musical skill sets and engage in professional development to expand their capabilities
Intuition: The Associate Director of Music will demonstrate the ability to “go with the flow” in worship and be able to respond to unexpected situations as they occur musically.
Improvisation: The Associate Director of Music will demonstrate the ability to improvise on their primary instrument, playing music that isn’t necessarily on paper in front of them but is nonetheless responsive and engaging with the moment
Interpersonal: The Associate Director of Music will be a part of a team and is expected to engage collegially and respectfully with co-workers using direct communication and honest feedback when appropriate. They will demonstrate the ability to manage conflict with equanimity and patience.
Spiritual Maturity: The Associate Director of Music will have a strong personal depth and spiritual grounding in their faith, will demonstrate integrity by “walking the talk,” will be an authentic and trustworthy leader, and will seek the guidance of appropriate mentors.
