Directory of Music Ministry
🎶 Job Opening: Director of Music Ministry - Choir Director & Pianist (Part-Time) in Arvada, CO
A new, mid-size Presbyterian congregation, seeks a high-energy, vibrant, and compassionate Director of Music Ministry. We are looking for an individual with exceptional musical talent and a commitment to Christian values to lead our worship and musical community.
“This vital role requires a skilled choir director with the ability to lead and inspire through both contemporary and traditional worship music.”
Key Responsibilities & Focus Areas
Your primary focus will be on directing our choir and working with the Accompanist
Choir Direction & Ensemble Leadership
Direct the Choir of Grace and Bells of Grace rehearsals, focusing on musical excellence and authentic worship.
Utilize knowledge in directing and conducting techniques, music theory, and vocal coaching to achieve desired musical effects.
Recruit new participants and encourage broad participation in all music ministries, developing new groups and ensembles.
Cultivate a sense of community and spiritual service among choir members and strengthen worship teams.
Additional Duties include the following:
Coordinate and help develop both contemporary and traditional worship ministries, including weekly services and seasonal services (e.g., Advent, Christmas, Easter).
Work with the Pastor and Choir to select and recommend appropriate music and worship arts that support weekly worship themes.
Position Goals
To initiate, develop, and oversee a well-rounded music ministry that will enable the church congregation to worship God with a variety of voices and perspectives.
Qualification Guidelines
Proficient skills as a director
Experience directing adult church choirs
Bachelor's degree in music or its equivalent.
Experience directing a bell choir preferred.
A personal faith that finds expression in music and worship ministry.
Ability to help others develop their musical and worship leadership gifts.
An appreciation and openness to all styles of music that aid in the worship of God.
Commitment to team ministry with other members of the church staff.
Compensation & Details
Position Type: Permanent Part-Time.
Salary Range: $35,000 to $39,000/year, commensurate with experience. (Negotiable)
Benefits: Cafeteria benefit choices (including healthcare, HRA, 403b match), vacation, sick leave, and support for continuing education.
Supervision: Reports to the Pastor as head of staff.
How to Apply
Send an email with your resume and a cover letter attached to personnel@cogarvada.org
If Possible, please include one or more examples of yourself leading music or accompanying, such as via YouTube link(s), to showcase your Choir Directing. Please also include both your first and last name as part of the file names for the attachments.