Director of Music Ministries

Director of Music Ministries

Hours: Full-Time

Salary: Starting at $50,000

Position Summary:

First Methodist Church of Texarkana, TX, is seeking a passionate and gifted individual to serve as our Director of Music Ministries. This role is responsible for developing and leading the traditional worship experience, fostering a culture of worship that honors the rich traditions of the church while engaging the congregation in meaningful and Spirit-filled worship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish connections with local musicians and ensembles to find and recruit talent.

• Plan, coordinate, and lead the music for the traditional worship service, including hymns, choral anthems, and special music.

• Recruit, train, and direct a choir and various other musical ensembles.

• Collaborate with the pastor and other worship leaders to plan meaningful and cohesive worship services, including seasonal cantatas.

• Provide musical support for special services such as Christmas, Easter, funerals, and weddings as needed, as well as special ministries.

• Select appropriate music in alignment with the church’s theology and worship style.

• Arrange hymns for a variety of ensembles (brass, strings, wind, etc.).

• Oversee and maintain church instruments, music library, service database, music budget, and choir robes.

• Encourage and foster congregational participation in worship.

• Ensure compliance with copyright and CCLI regulations.

Qualifications:

• A strong faith in Christ and a commitment to the mission and values of the church.

• A bachelor’s degree in music

• Experience in leading traditional worship, directing choirs, and working with musicians.

• Proficiency in reading music and conducting

• Ability to recruit, train, and direct volunteers for music programs

• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills

About First Methodist:

We are a growing church with deep-rooted biblical beliefs, a thriving community of young families, and a vision to build both our faith and our future as we establish new facilities and ministries.

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to gmorgan@fmctxk.org