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 [email protected]