What are the responsibilities and job description for the Worship Musician Pianist position at Music Ministry International?
The successful candidate for this position will be a 1099 contractor with Music Ministry International and be responsible for the following:
1. General Description:
The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin, Georgia, is seeking the services of a pianist to conduct weekly performances throughout the year during Sunday services, and two extra service if needed in the Chapel, totaling 54 performances. It is implied in this document that the term “weekly services” involve the weekly Sunday Services, Christmas Service, and the Memorial Services.
2. Objectives and Desired Results:
Pianist: To provide piano accompaniment for vocalist and hymns at chapel worship and memorial services.
3. Period of Performance: - Base plus 4 option years
October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2029 – up to five years
4. Tasks or Work to be Performed:
The required tasks or work of the Pianist will be:
• Playing at least three (3) selections of randomly selected melodies (taken form the hymnal) prior to the scheduled start of each weekly service.
• Playing of selections during communion services (approximately 10 minutes) which will be conducted once a month.
• Provide piano accompaniment for vocalist and hymns at chapel worship and memorial services.
• Pianist must have the ability to read/understand/interpret musical notations, often referred to “Sheet Music”.
5. Special Considerations:
• Pianist will be required to audition prior to award of the contract.
• Pianist is expected to arrive at least fifteen (15) minutes prior to time service is scheduled to begin, for both the weekly chapel services and the two scheduled memorial services.
• All services are to be performed in the Chapel at Carl Vinson VA Medical Center.
• The two additional services will be determined as needed.
Interested Candidates are requested to forward their resume together with three references from individuals who can attest to the candidate’s good work and steadiness. Candidates who do not possess the specific attributes/qualifications to perform the tasks in "4. Tasks or Work to be Performed" above need not apply. This is a part-time position with compensation based on budget and the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Apply directly at: https://music-ministry.jobsoid.com (scroll down to “Carl Vinson”) in order to expedite your application. Your application requires providing reference information for (3) individuals including one priest or pastor who can attest to your abilities as they relate to this job posting. References must include: name, title, organization, relationship to you, email address (necessary field) and phone number. Depending on security software, candidates are requested to monitor spam folders for further application communications from MMI.
