What are the responsibilities and job description for the Church Organist position at St. James United Methodist Church?
Job title:
Hours: Sunday Mornings (Worship) Compensation: 14k – 15k per year
Wednesday Evenings (Rehearsal) Other special services as needed
Expected Start Date: June 1, 2025
Supervisor: Rev. Andrew Wolfe
St. James United Methodist Church seeks an organist and choir accompanist for the 10:30 am traditional worship service. This is a part-time position. Expectation of attendance is for Sunday worship services, Wednesday rehearsals, and other special services or events.
Vital Qualities
An Ideal candidate will have:
- Christian faith and be a person of high moral integrity
- High commitment to punctuality and reliability
- Experience in church worship with both organ and piano
- High competence in organ and the ability to accompany groups and/or individuals
- Strong communication skills and willing to take direction from the music director and feedback as part of a team
Key responsibilities & duties
Responsible for:
- Playing the organ/piano at the 10:30 am Sunday worship service
- Working with music director for Wednesday evening rehearsals for traditional worship and special services (cantata, etc)
- Knowledge of the instrument and keyboard ability sufficient to play hymns, songs, and anthems
- As an integral part of the worship team must have the ability to communicate well and in a friendly manner with church leadership, choir, and members of the congregation
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $14,000.00 - $15,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14,000 - $15,000