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Must have a faith firmly grounded in Jesus Christ
Undergraduate music degree required
Degree in sacred music, or equivalent, preferred
Training/experience in worship arts preferred
Specific training in choral direction required; experience with leading orchestral instruments preferred
Strong interest/knowledge/experience in handbells required
Knowledge/experience with orchestral instrumentalists preferred
Prior experience leading musical groups or programs (school or church related) required
Knowledge of church liturgical calendar required
Understanding of liturgical worship within the Reformed Church tradition, highly desired
Appreciation of variety in liturgical worship expression required: incorporating drama, dance and other art forms in worship
COLTS NECK REFORMED CHURCH
Full time
MUSIC AND WORSHIP ARTS DIRECTOR
Called by God to Ministry
Qualifications
Must have a faith firmly grounded in Jesus Christ
Undergraduate music degree required
Degree in sacred music, or equivalent, preferred
Training/experience in worship arts preferred
Specific training in choral direction required; experience with leading orchestral instruments preferred
Strong interest/knowledge/experience in handbells required
Knowledge/experience with orchestral instrumentalists preferred
Prior experience leading musical groups or programs (school or church related) required
Knowledge of church liturgical calendar required
Understanding of liturgical worship within the Reformed Church tradition, highly desired
Appreciation of variety in liturgical worship expression required: incorporating drama, dance and other art forms in worship
Skills
Musical and vocal ability required
An ability/willingness to provide opportunities for talents/interests of musicians in the congregation (e.g., jazz guitarists, drummers, etc.)
An ability to coordinate numerous ongoing musical group schedules simultaneously
An ability to assess the congregational worship needs and talents
Strong communication skills and commitment to teamwork, fostering a fun and glad spirit
Strong organizational skills
Ability to achieve results through creativity, adaptability and flexibility
Primary Responsibilities As Worship Arts Director
Collaborate daily with pastors in planning each week’s worship service (including hymn selections) while simultaneously coordinating across our wealth of volunteers. Attend weekly staff meetings and annual program planning meetings. Coordinate closely with Elder Commissioner for Worship
Active participant in the life of the church, demonstrating a faith firmly grounded in Christianity
Select and rehearse worship service musicals and/or dramas/dances
Coordinate sanctuary decorations and candles for various seasons, i.e., Advent, Christmas, Easter
Coordinate all performance preparations for children’s and youth choir musicals (sets, props, costumes, etc.)
Implement and direct special arts programs, i.e., labyrinth, stained glass cross workshop, bulletin covers
Recruit and schedule congregation members to participate in worship – Good Friday readers, Advent candle lighters, etc.
Coordinate with ushers regarding special instructions, i.e., lighting for Good Friday and Christmas Eve
Coordinate special congregational gatherings such as Rally Day and Advent Family Night. Oversee details such as Rally Day theme, outdoor setup and activities
Determine, develop and cultivate congregational artisan talents and integrate such into church life
Serve as liaison with Commissioner for Worship and Worship Committee to ensure communion servers and ushers are recruited and scheduled
Encourage and implement a variety of artistic expressions in worship
Primary Responsibilities As Music Program Director
Coordinate with Organist/Sanctuary Choir Director(s) to plan music for services that reflect pastoral themes used in worship
Oversee Organist/Sanctuary Choir director(s)
Schedule instrumental music for worship services and occasional special services such as weddings, funerals, etc., including music selection and accompaniment
Communicate across all media, i.e., Constant Contact, Facebook, videos, etc.
Maintain church music inventory files
Maintain church musical instruments
Manage volunteer assistant music leaders; training/leading volunteer choral and instrumental directors and accompanists
Develop and administer music budget
Schedule musical offerings for summer worship services and occasional services in which no choir/ensemble is scheduled
Participate in professional development experiences such as taking courses, attending conferences, workshops, etc.
Primary Responsibilities As Choral/Handbell Director
Schedule ensembles and select musical pieces for each ensemble in conjunction with each director as well as soloists
Oversee handbell maintenance, I.e., polish and repairs
Rehearse or oversee rehearsals for all ensembles
Coordinate worship service participation for all ensembles
Meet with volunteer directors as needed to encourage and assist in planning
Schedule vocal soloists in worship or within larger compositions
Write and arrange music as needed
Prepare and take musical groups to sing/ring/perform in the community
Oversee annual handbell concert; select music, coordinate logistics, publicity, etc.
Primary Responsibilities As Supervisor, Digital/Technical Coordinator
Input music into Finale software as required for projection and various events
Report music used in online worship to One License to ensure copyright compliance
Stay abreast of online ministry trends
Oversee Digital Coordinator, tech volunteers and coordinate maintenance of equipment and need for new equipment, i.e., microphones, live-streaming needs
Competitive salary and benefits compensation package; salary will be negotiated based on skills and experience.
Additional information about our Colts Neck Reformed Church can be found at
Additional information around our Music Ministry Practice along with a detail description and overview can be found at
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