ORGANIST/PIANIST
Faith is seeking applicants for our organist/pianist position. If you, or someone you know would be interested in the position, you can apply here. Applications are currently being accepted and position is open until filled. To apply: Please send a cover letter with resume attached to position@faithumchurch.com.
Faith United Methodist Church Job Description
Church Pianist & Accompanist / Organist
Approximately 7-10 hours weekly; paid monthly
Reports to: Director of Music and Senior Pastor Effective: 9/1/2025
Directly Supervises: None
Status: Part-Time
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Range: $13,000 - $15,600/year commensurate with experience
Job Summary
Serves as the primary pianist & accompanist / organist for Sunday morning and Wednesday evening services, and accompanies the Sanctuary Choir and other musical groups as part of the worship experience for Faith United Methodist Church’s members and visitors. Organ is a 1985 Gould with 2 Manuals.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in music, church music, or related field, or 2 years working in a church music setting
Ability to read music and excellent piano &/or organ skills, audition required
Essential Functions:
Consult regularly with the Director of Music and Pastor(s) for the purpose of planning and coordinating worship services and music program activities as part of a blended or contemplative service
Prepare and play assigned church hymns on piano &/or organ for Sunday morning and Wednesday evening services
Accompanies sanctuary choir rehearsals on Wednesday evenings
Assists in Sanctuary Choir warm-up on Sunday mornings
Accompanies special music and soloists, as needed
Provide musical support and consultation for weddings and funerals (paid separately, not part of compensation)
Plays for special services including: Christmas Eve (2 services), Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday &/or Good Friday, and Easter (if more than one service)
Familiarity with Google Suite
Communicates effectively with church staff, other musical groups, and congregation
Practice time: Coordinate practice time on organ with other church activities (if applicable)
Physical Requirements: Light work: occasionally lift 11-25 pounds; frequently lift 1-10 pounds; constantly negligible weight.
Core Competencies:
Worship Leadership: Designs and facilitates relevant and inspiring worship; combines elements of theology, music, and art to promote experiences of the sacred; crafts worship flow that reinforces a theme or purpose; fosters worship moments that invite participants into an encounter with the divine; creates liturgical moments that embrace the work of the people in worship
Technical Expertise: Acquires and demonstrates the technical skills required to proficiently execute the essential functions of the job; understands which skills are lacking and sees to develop those skills; continually works toward the mastery of technical proficiency
People/Volunteer Management: Provides direction, gains commitment, facilities change and achieves results through the efficient, creative and responsible deployment of volunteers; engages people in their areas of giftedness and passion.
Interpersonal Skills: Establishes good working relationships with all others who are relevant to the completion of work; works well with people at all levels of the congregation; builds appropriate rapport; considers the impact of their actions on others; uses diplomacy and tact; is approachable; avoids communication triangles
Verbal & Written Communication: Is able to deliver a message clearly, articulately and with appropriate emotion in a variety of settings; demonstrates communication staples appropriate to the situation at hand; adjusts the message, without losing the essence of the message, depending upon the circumstance and the listener. Is able to write clearly and succinctly; employs correct grammar, punctuation and patterns of speech; clearly delivers messages in a tone appropriate to the context.
Creativity and Innovation: Generates new ideas; makes new connections among existing ideas to create fresh approaches; takes acceptable risks in pursuit of innovation; learns from mistakes; has good judgment about which creative ideas and suggestions will work.
Decision Making and Problem Solving: Uses sound logic to approach difficult problems and apply effective solutions; can distinguish between symptoms, causes and implied solutions; decides in a timely manner based upon a blend of research, experience, risk-taking, and judgment.
Conflict Management: Understands the dynamics of human negotiation among conflicting interest groups and how to achieve mutual agreement; embraces constructive conflict as a means to promote growth; reads situations quickly; can find common ground and get cooperation with minimal anxiety
Faith United Methodist Church is a Reconciling Congregation
We celebrate that we are all children of God, created by God with our many differences, and that all are welcome at God’s table. We affirm that God’s love is not limited by the boundaries of age, race, ethnicity, culture, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, physical capability, mental ability or other human-made distinctions. We believe that prejudice, hatred, or discrimination directed toward any individual or group is contrary to the life and spirit of Jesus Christ.
Therefore, we shall strive to:
· eliminate prejudice and discriminatory practices within ourselves and our community
· pursue justice and stand in solidarity with all who are marginalized and oppressed
· extend Christ’s welcome and grace to everyone
Church Pianist & Accompanist / Organist
Approximately 7-10 hours weekly; paid monthly
Reports to: Director of Music and Senior Pastor Effective: 9/1/2025
Directly Supervises: None
Status: Part-Time
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Range: $13,000 - $15,600/year commensurate with experience
Job Summary
Serves as the primary pianist & accompanist / organist for Sunday morning and Wednesday evening services, and accompanies the Sanctuary Choir and other musical groups as part of the worship experience for Faith United Methodist Church’s members and visitors. Organ is a 1985 Gould with 2 Manuals.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in music, church music, or related field, or 2 years working in a church music setting
Ability to read music and excellent piano &/or organ skills, audition required
Essential Functions:
Consult regularly with the Director of Music and Pastor(s) for the purpose of planning and coordinating worship services and music program activities as part of a blended or contemplative service
Prepare and play assigned church hymns on piano &/or organ for Sunday morning and Wednesday evening services
Accompanies sanctuary choir rehearsals on Wednesday evenings
Assists in Sanctuary Choir warm-up on Sunday mornings
Accompanies special music and soloists, as needed
Provide musical support and consultation for weddings and funerals (paid separately, not part of compensation)
Plays for special services including: Christmas Eve (2 services), Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday &/or Good Friday, and Easter (if more than one service)
Familiarity with Google Suite
Communicates effectively with church staff, other musical groups, and congregation
Practice time: Coordinate practice time on organ with other church activities (if applicable)
Physical Requirements: Light work: occasionally lift 11-25 pounds; frequently lift 1-10 pounds; constantly negligible weight.
Core Competencies:
Worship Leadership: Designs and facilitates relevant and inspiring worship; combines elements of theology, music, and art to promote experiences of the sacred; crafts worship flow that reinforces a theme or purpose; fosters worship moments that invite participants into an encounter with the divine; creates liturgical moments that embrace the work of the people in worship
Technical Expertise: Acquires and demonstrates the technical skills required to proficiently execute the essential functions of the job; understands which skills are lacking and sees to develop those skills; continually works toward the mastery of technical proficiency
People/Volunteer Management: Provides direction, gains commitment, facilities change and achieves results through the efficient, creative and responsible deployment of volunteers; engages people in their areas of giftedness and passion.
Interpersonal Skills: Establishes good working relationships with all others who are relevant to the completion of work; works well with people at all levels of the congregation; builds appropriate rapport; considers the impact of their actions on others; uses diplomacy and tact; is approachable; avoids communication triangles
Verbal & Written Communication: Is able to deliver a message clearly, articulately and with appropriate emotion in a variety of settings; demonstrates communication staples appropriate to the situation at hand; adjusts the message, without losing the essence of the message, depending upon the circumstance and the listener. Is able to write clearly and succinctly; employs correct grammar, punctuation and patterns of speech; clearly delivers messages in a tone appropriate to the context.
Creativity and Innovation: Generates new ideas; makes new connections among existing ideas to create fresh approaches; takes acceptable risks in pursuit of innovation; learns from mistakes; has good judgment about which creative ideas and suggestions will work.
Decision Making and Problem Solving: Uses sound logic to approach difficult problems and apply effective solutions; can distinguish between symptoms, causes and implied solutions; decides in a timely manner based upon a blend of research, experience, risk-taking, and judgment.
Conflict Management: Understands the dynamics of human negotiation among conflicting interest groups and how to achieve mutual agreement; embraces constructive conflict as a means to promote growth; reads situations quickly; can find common ground and get cooperation with minimal anxiety
Faith United Methodist Church is a Reconciling Congregation
We celebrate that we are all children of God, created by God with our many differences, and that all are welcome at God’s table. We affirm that God’s love is not limited by the boundaries of age, race, ethnicity, culture, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, physical capability, mental ability or other human-made distinctions. We believe that prejudice, hatred, or discrimination directed toward any individual or group is contrary to the life and spirit of Jesus Christ.
Therefore, we shall strive to:
· eliminate prejudice and discriminatory practices within ourselves and our community
· pursue justice and stand in solidarity with all who are marginalized and oppressed
· extend Christ’s welcome and grace to everyone
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