MUSIC DIRECTOR
**Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church**
Gloucester, Virginia | gracecovenant.us
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**ABOUT US**
Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church has been a faithful presence in the Gloucester Courthouse community since 1880. We are a part of the ECO Presbyterian denomination and a multi-generational congregation welcoming members from infants to those in their nineties.
Our worship style is traditional — we primarily sing from the hymnal, and our services include both singing and responsive readings. We are typically led in singing by a choir and are occasionally blessed by contributions from handbells, vocal ensembles, soloists, and stringed instruments. We are eager to better engage younger families and youth in our congregation and to explore new musical expressions together.
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**POSITION SUMMARY**
We are seeking a Music Director to help us worship God through song. The Music Director will report to the Senior Pastor, collaborate with staff, serve on the Worship Committee, and lead volunteer choirs and musicians.
This is a part-time salaried position of 15–20 hours per week. Salary is commensurate with experience, ranging from $35,000–$45,000. The position includes paid vacation time, professional dues, and other benefits. There is a possibility of combining this role with other duties.
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**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Lead music at regular Sunday morning worship services and other services of worship throughout the year
- Lead and schedule regular rehearsals for choir and other ensembles and communicate frequently with the music team
- Coordinate volunteers or other personnel in all areas of the Music Ministry
- Coordinate music selection with the Senior Pastor for weekly services, special occasions, and significant dates on the Christian calendar
- Collaborate with other ministries (e.g., children and youth) to facilitate greater involvement in worship
- Organize and maintain all music resources and spaces, including care and upkeep of church instruments, robes, and library
- Offer suggestions and observations to improve Grace Covenant's music and related ministry opportunities
- Attend weekly staff meetings, quarterly worship committee meetings, and other meetings as needed
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**QUALIFICATIONS**
We are looking for someone who:
- Loves to worship the Lord and is able to encourage others to join in
- Demonstrates considerable musical skill (e.g., vocal direction, piano, or other instruments; ability to play organ is a benefit but not required)
- Can engage and recruit congregation members, especially young people, to participate in worship
- Is comfortable with the mission, convictions, and Tenets of Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church and ECO — A Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians
- Is able to actively engage in a highly collaborative work environment and respectfully engage with staff, lay leaders, and congregants
- Is able to embrace the best of our worship tradition while helping carry us into the future
- Has experience teaching and working with volunteers and engaging with all ages
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**HOW TO APPLY**
Please submit the following to our pastor at jesse@gracecovenant.us:
1. Letter of interest
2. Resume/CV
3. Sample of music
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*Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church is located in Gloucester, Virginia — a family-friendly community on Virginia's Middle Peninsula, known for its rich history, beautiful waterways, and outdoor recreation.*
Rev. Jesse Hill, PhD., Senior Pastor
Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church
www.gracecovenant.us
804-693-2071 (office)
804-695-4234 (cell)
Pay: $25,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
