Director of Adult Choirs Position Description
Work with the Worship Arts Coordinator in the coordination, planning and implementation of adult choral music. Direct the adult Chancel Choir and Chamber Choir (Schola Cantorum) to provide excellent music bringing depth of meaning and vitality to the worship services. Encourage and cultivate the spiritual growth of singers and musicians. As “Adult Choral Director,” have a pastoral relationship with all those involved in adult music ministry.
Ministry Responsibilities:
- Select music for choirs and other groups/individuals providing music during services
- Select music that provides for spiritual and musical development
- Discern other duties in conjunction with the Worship Arts Coordinator
- Coordinate with other choir directors, organist and Worship Arts Coordinator
- Recruiting and supervision of Choral Scholars
- Lead rehearsals and direct the Chancel Choir and Chamber Choir (Schola Cantorum)
- Provide all music titles and information for the Sunday bulletin
- Provide a comprehensive schedule for choir members.
Work Schedule:
- Estimated 15 hours per week, salaried position
- Two weekly Adult Choir rehearsals-Chancel Choir on Wednesday from 7:30pm-9pm, Schola Cantorum –Day and time to be determined
- Schedule music for services during summer months.
- Special services during Advent and Christmas and other worship experiences,
- Rehearsal and service preparation time.
- Time to research appropriate music.
- Time for pastoral care, choir promotion and relationship building
- Direct the Chancel Choir at Sunday services September to May
- Lead congregational singing and coordinate soloists and ensembles on Sundays June - August
- Direct Schola Cantorum on Sunday services from September to May and special services or concerts to be determined.
Education and Training:
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in vocal music and/or sacred music.
- Preferred: Master’s degree in vocal music and/or sacred music
- Required: Past successful experience in church music
- Preferred: 2-4 years experience in church music
- Continuing education (workshops, reading sessions, etc.)
- Active member of professional organizations (ACDA, NafMe, AGO, etc.)
Qualifications and Skills:
General
- Strong faith and spiritual foundation
- Able to champion the church’s purpose, vision, mission and journey
- Strong organizational, planning and communication skills
- Excellence in the art of choral music and conducting
- Understanding of the relationship between theology and music in worship
- Knowledge and understanding of the liturgical seasons
Adult Choral Director
- Knowledge of quality, appropriate literature for each choral ensemble’s enrichment and growth
- Experience with orchestral and choral orchestral masterworks; ability to direct instrumental ensembles
- Capable of modeling appropriate vocal pedagogy
- Passion and vision for a sacred music ministry that contributes to worship vitality
- Ability to organize, motivate, lead and train people to use their musical gifts for worship
- Appreciation for a wide range of choral music for worship
Salary and Benefits:
- Salary commensurate with education and experience
- Pension, benefits and healthcare not included as stated in the Employee Handbook
Reports to: Worship Arts Coordinator
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Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $12,000.00 - $14,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- Describe your previous experience (if any) with leading Choirs or with Choirs in general:
Experience:
- Music/Choir: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $12,000.00 - $14,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- Describe your previous experience (if any) with leading Choirs or with Choirs in general:
Experience:
- music/choir: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- North Canton, OH 44720: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
