Choir Section Leader

Position Summary
Section leaders will embody the mission of the church: theyre not just leaders of the choirs musicality, but also leaders in humility, welcome, and hospitality. Section leaders are expected to enliven and enhance worship through their worship leadership.

Essential Functions
Lead the FPC Chancel Choir and/or congregation in congregational song, choral anthems, responsorials, and all vocal music offerings during worship services and rehearsals:

Mid AugustMay:

Sunday warm-ups: 10:3011:00 a.m

Sunday 11AM Service: 11:00 a.m12:00 p.m.

Wednesday rehearsals, weekly: 7:008:30 p.m.

Occasional Sunday afternoon rehearsals: 1:002:30 p.m.

JuneMid August (Summer Choir):

Sunday warm-ups/rehearsals: 10:0011:00 a.m

11AM Service: 11:00 a.m12:00 p.m.

Occasional Sunday rehearsals, monthly: 7:008:30 p.m.

During high holy seasons (particularly Advent, Christmas, Holy Week, Easter), additional services, music events, or extended rehearsals will be required. Other music events throughout the year may include choir concerts and/or recitals.

Other Functions
On occasion, sing in the 8:30 a.m. chapel worship service on Sundays, as scheduled.
Participate in choir retreats or music events off campus, as requested.
Lead sectionals or small groups during rehearsals, as directed by the Director of Music.
Be on time for rehearsals, warm-ups and services, unless other arrangements are made.
Section leaders may be asked to provide solo music throughout the year, as requested by the Director of Music.

Core Competencies Musical Expertise:

Acquires and demonstrates the musical skills required to proficiently execute the essential functions of the job; understands which skills are lacking and seeks to develop those skills; has masterful control of their instrument; demonstrates musical artistry both in their performing and in their planning.

Interpersonal Skills: Establishes good working relationships with all others who are relevant to the completion of work; works well with people at all levels of the congregation; builds appropriate rapport; considers the impact of their actions on others; uses diplomacy and tact; is approachable; desires to work collaboratively with staff and church members.

Terms of Employment
Section leaders are non-exempt, part-time employees:
$55 per hour typically 3 hours per week (weeknight rehearsal Sunday morning 11 a.m. service),

1.5 additional hours if participating in the 8:30 a.m. service.*

In the summer season, section leaders typically work 2 hours per week (no rehearsals, just 2 hours on Sunday mornings). Compensation/number of hours for extraneous work (choir retreats, solos in major works, choir tours) are calculated on a case by case basis. In the event of building closure and/or the cancellation of typical church programming due to health or safety concerns, section leaders will be requested to sing on an as-needed basis.

Section leaders may choose to take up to eight weeks off (eight Sundays and corresponding rehearsals without pay) each calendar year. Additional absences beyond eight Sundays/rehearsals must be requested and approved by the Director of Music in advance. Scheduled absences, when possible, should be made aware to the Director of Music in writing/email at least 2 weeks in advance so appropriate music can be selected for the ensemble. Section leaders may be asked to provide a qualified substitute for absences requiring them to miss consecutive Sundays/rehearsals, determined on a case by case basis.

Qualifications
Bachelor of Music or equivalent experience preferred.
Experience in a liturgical worship setting is preferred.
Ability to work successfully with teams and with people from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures.

Note

This description contains the information and facts considered necessary to describe and evaluate the duties of this position fairly and equitably. It should not be considered an exhaustive description of all the work requirements to be performed, but indicates the kinds of duties and levels of responsibility required by the position. The Director of Music may add or remove responsibilities as occasion may require.