Job Purpose:

Contribute to the church’s spiritual development by leading, directing, and managing high quality, diverse, Christian music for the church.

Position Type: Full-time or part-time / Exempt

Duties:

Administrative:

Collaboratively work with the church staff and volunteers in creating a comprehensive music program that complements the mission of the church.
Administratively oversee the music ministry staff.
Manage the music ministry budget, both operating and capital, communicating with the Associate Pastor to ensure congregational expectations are met and if possible exceeded.
Manage all communication about the musical ministry, both internal and external.
Lead the hiring team for all musical ministry musicians and manage all musicians, including the expulsion of a musician, when warranted.
Manage the maintenance of all musical instruments including but not limited to the organ, pianos, and percussive instruments.
Oversee the legal and ethical purchase and reporting of music by and for the church.
Attend staff meetings, retreats, and functions, as requested.

Worship:

Plan and coordinate music for all worship services throughout the year including special worship services for Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, mid-week Lenten services, Holy Week, Thanksgiving Eve, and other celebration services.
Select congregational and special music appropriate to the liturgy and lectionary.
Provide music for special services such as weddings and funerals, consistent with Lutheran liturgical practice.
Revise and improve regular worship services by using ideas from, but not limited to, worship workshops and publications, other churches’ services, congregational musicians and artists, and original, creative thought.

Music Ministry:

Recruit members for and oversee/lead the various music groups of the church, including but not limited to: choirs; praise bands; ensembles.
Nurture and grow the music ministry, with an emphasis on increased opportunities for children, young adults, and families.
Encourage and mentor children, youth, and adults who wish to use their musical skills to enhance worship.
Use the knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music for the church.
Use the knowledge of principles and methods of curriculum and training for design, teaching, and instruction within the church.

Special Events:

Work annually with Vacation Bible School staff to coordinate the music program.
Arrange special musical events such as Christmas and Easter Cantatas, and actively seek opportunities to create or host relevant and engaging musical performances and workshops for the benefit of church members and the community.
Coordinate and promote an annual concert series.

Requirements:

Knowledge and understanding of Lutheran worship.
An appreciation for and experience in a variety of musical styles to help plan, develop, and carry out multiple traditional, blended, and contemporary worship experience formats.
Inspire and equip people of all ages and backgrounds to join in the song.
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music.
Competence with diverse musical styles including but not limited to choral/instrumental conducting and leading a contemporary praise band.
Conduct oneself personally and professionally in a way befitting a leader of the church
At all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with pastors, staff, and members of the congregation.
Have flexibility, an open schedule, and the ability to think creatively.
A bachelor’s degree in music.
Skills of a capable soloist, pianist, and /or organist.
Proficient in the use of computer/IT and media technology.
A Christian background and faith life, and a willingness to engage in the life of the Church.
All Church business must be kept confidential from all but authorized individuals, at all times.

Optional:

Design, develop, direct, and evaluate the musical education ministry of Mountain View Lutheran Church for all children and youth, with a primary focus on ages PreK-5th grade, including Sunday morning and mid-week programming.
Provide organ accompaniment for the 8:30 am traditional worship service, evening services in Lent, and at regularly scheduled rehearsals scheduled the year.

Salary: Commensurate with experience, education, and conditions of employment.

Machines and Equipment Used: Various musical instruments, copier, telephone, and computer.

Typical Physical Demands: Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.

To acquaint yourself with our services and worship styles, please visit www.youtube.com/mvlutheran.

To apply, send a resume and cover letter referencing the "Music Director" job position in the subject line to musicdirector2023[at]mvlutheran.org. (Change the [at] to @ when sending email; we post it to the website like this to protect the email address from SPAM.)

Job Purpose:

Contribute to the church’s spiritual development by leading, directing, and managing high quality, diverse, Christian music for the church.

Position Type: Full-time or part-time / Exempt

Duties:

Administrative:

Collaboratively work with the church staff and volunteers in creating a comprehensive music program that complements the mission of the church.
Administratively oversee the music ministry staff.
Manage the music ministry budget, both operating and capital, communicating with the Associate Pastor to ensure congregational expectations are met and if possible exceeded.
Manage all communication about the musical ministry, both internal and external.
Lead the hiring team for all musical ministry musicians and manage all musicians, including the expulsion of a musician, when warranted.
Manage the maintenance of all musical instruments including but not limited to the organ, pianos, and percussive instruments.
Oversee the legal and ethical purchase and reporting of music by and for the church.
Attend staff meetings, retreats, and functions, as requested.

Worship:

Plan and coordinate music for all worship services throughout the year including special worship services for Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, mid-week Lenten services, Holy Week, Thanksgiving Eve, and other celebration services.
Select congregational and special music appropriate to the liturgy and lectionary.
Provide music for special services such as weddings and funerals, consistent with Lutheran liturgical practice.
Revise and improve regular worship services by using ideas from, but not limited to, worship workshops and publications, other churches’ services, congregational musicians and artists, and original, creative thought.

Music Ministry:

Recruit members for and oversee/lead the various music groups of the church, including but not limited to: choirs; praise bands; ensembles.
Nurture and grow the music ministry, with an emphasis on increased opportunities for children, young adults, and families.
Encourage and mentor children, youth, and adults who wish to use their musical skills to enhance worship.
Use the knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music for the church.
Use the knowledge of principles and methods of curriculum and training for design, teaching, and instruction within the church.

Special Events:

Work annually with Vacation Bible School staff to coordinate the music program.
Arrange special musical events such as Christmas and Easter Cantatas, and actively seek opportunities to create or host relevant and engaging musical performances and workshops for the benefit of church members and the community.
Coordinate and promote an annual concert series.

Requirements:

Knowledge and understanding of Lutheran worship.
An appreciation for and experience in a variety of musical styles to help plan, develop, and carry out multiple traditional, blended, and contemporary worship experience formats.
Inspire and equip people of all ages and backgrounds to join in the song.
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music.
Competence with diverse musical styles including but not limited to choral/instrumental conducting and leading a contemporary praise band.
Conduct oneself personally and professionally in a way befitting a leader of the church
At all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with pastors, staff, and members of the congregation.
Have flexibility, an open schedule, and the ability to think creatively.
A bachelor’s degree in music.
Skills of a capable soloist, pianist, and /or organist.
Proficient in the use of computer/IT and media technology.
A Christian background and faith life, and a willingness to engage in the life of the Church.
All Church business must be kept confidential from all but authorized individuals, at all times.

Optional:

Design, develop, direct, and evaluate the musical education ministry of Mountain View Lutheran Church for all children and youth, with a primary focus on ages PreK-5th grade, including Sunday morning and mid-week programming.
Provide organ accompaniment for the 8:30 am traditional worship service, evening services in Lent, and at regularly scheduled rehearsals scheduled the year.

Salary: Commensurate with experience, education, and conditions of employment.

Machines and Equipment Used: Various musical instruments, copier, telephone, and computer.

Typical Physical Demands: Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.

To acquaint yourself with our services and worship styles, please visit www.youtube.com/mvlutheran.

Director of Music Ministries

Mountain View Lutheran Church

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Mountain View Lutheran Church

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Director of Music Ministries

Mountain View Lutheran Church

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Mountain View Lutheran Church

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Mountain View Lutheran Church

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