ORGANIST
Faith is seeking applicants for our Organist position. If you, or someone you know would be interested in the position, you can apply here. Applications are needed by August 22. To apply: Please send a cover letter with resume attached to position@faithumchurch.com.
Faith United Methodist Church Job Description
Church Organist / Piano Accompanist
Approximately 7-10 hours weekly; paid monthly
Reports to: Director of Music and Senior Pastor Effective: 3/1/2025
Directly Supervises: None
Status: Part-Time
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Range: $13,000 - $15,600/year commensurate with experience
Job Summary:
Serves as the primary organist/pianist 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 and 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 organ or piano 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)
Responsible for care of organ including tuning
Coordinates with the Facility Manager for room temperature, opening church and providing organ key
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
Church Organist / Piano Accompanist
Approximately 7-10 hours weekly; paid monthly
Reports to: Director of Music and Senior Pastor Effective: 3/1/2025
Directly Supervises: None
Status: Part-Time
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Range: $13,000 - $15,600/year commensurate with experience
Job Summary:
Serves as the primary organist/pianist 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 and 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 organ or piano 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)
Responsible for care of organ including tuning
Coordinates with the Facility Manager for room temperature, opening church and providing organ key
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
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