Director of Music Ministries Job Description (October 2023)
The Hudson Evangelical Presbyterian Church is looking for a Director of Music Ministries, who is a committed follower of our Lord Jesus, is passionate about Worship Music, and desires to lead our Church family in worship and Praise of the Lord. We as a Church desire to be known as a place where people come to Know Jesus, Serve Jesus, and to Bring Others to Jesus, and value music as a gift from the Lord to help us achieve these areas of our Vision.
Professional / Religious Experience and Education:
• Prior Professional experience in leading Worship Music at a Church (minimum of 2 years)
• Experience in Directing Vocal Music
• Preferred Degree in Music Education or a similar Music Degree (or working toward a degree)
• Able to Affirm the Evangelical Presbyterian Church Essentials (on page 2)
Skills Needed:
• Skilled in leading musical worship with adult choirs
• Must be able to sing and teach musical parts effectively
• Encourage musical talents within the Church Family
• Creativity in working with the Pastor to use the arts to enhance Biblical Message
• Ability to play the piano and the organ
• Strong preference for candidates able to lead music worship through other musical instruments
• Bell Choir experience preferred
Time:
This is a part time position of approximately 15 to 20 hours weekly which includes leading of Worship Music (including special services, Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Easter etc.), worship preparation, weekly Choir rehearsals, and two monthly staff meetings)
Responsibilities:
The Director of Music Ministries is responsible for the music program of the Church, which includes oversight of the Music, in conjunction with the Pastor, of our weekly Worship services. The Director works directly with our Adult Choir, and has oversight of our other Music Ministries, including our Bell Choir, accompanists, and all musical instruments of the Music Ministry, and the Music Ministry Budget. The Director of Music Ministries reports to the Pastor and works with the Worship Committee.
Behavioral Characteristics:
• Integrity • Planning and organization
• Interpersonal Communication • Group/team leadership
• Organizational Sensitivity • High work standards
Director of Music Ministries Approximate hours:
• Worship Planning – 3 to 4 hours, Rehearsals – 6 to 8 hours, Sunday mornings – 4 hours, Staff/recruiting – 2 hours, Other – 3 to 5 hours
Interested Applicants: Please email your resume detailing your experience to: