Organist/Pianist

0rganist/Pianist

ST. PAUL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST (Taylor, MI) is seeking a dynamic and talented organist/pianist to join our music ministry. We are looking for a talented and dedicated individual who enjoys playing the organ and piano in worship service.

Requirements:

• 5 years of professional organ and piano playing experience
• Ability to read music notation and play piano and organ professionally
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Ability to lead a choir providing organist and pianist accompaniment
• Must pass a background check

Duties: include:

ADMINISTRATIVE

a. The Organist is hired by the St. Paul Council; however, she/he will be

administratively accountable to the Senior Pastor.

b. The Organist shall attend all Worship Planning Ministry meetings.

c. All matters that affect the performance of the Organist and all concerns of the

Organist shall be promptly brought to the attention of the Senior Pastor by the

Organist. Should differences arise, the Senior Pastor is responsible for the final

decision.

2. WORSHIP

a. The Organist shall provide musical accompaniment for all worship services

established by the Senior Pastor, Director of Music or Church Council.

b. If requested by the Director of Music, the Organist shall work with him/her in the

selection of music to be performed.

c. In the absence of the Director of Music, if his/her schedule permits, the Organist

shall rehearse and conduct the Chancel Choir.

d. The Organist has the responsibility to cooperate with the Senior Pastor and

Director of Music in order that the worship service and total program of St. Paul

is one of unity and harmony.

3. SPECIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

a. The Organist shall provide musical accompaniment for other church programs

that require musical accompaniment, if required (i.e., Christmas Pageant, CE

Spring Program, Vacation Bible School, ABC, etc.).

b. The Organist shall provide input to the Director of Music during preparation of

the Annual Budget.

c. At the Organist discretion, when requested, she/he shall provide necessary music

for weddings and funerals at St. Paul church at which time separate compensation

is paid directly to the Organist by the requesting parties.

4. CHILDREN / YOUTH CHOIRS

a. The Organist shall be responsible for rehearsing and directing of the children and

youth choirs for Sunday morning worship (performing a minimum of 2 Sundays

per year).

5. QUALIFICATIONS

a. The Organist shall demonstrate the skills necessary to accomplish the purpose of

the Organist position, which is to provide the necessary music and musical

accompaniment for worship. She/he shall be a person of good moral character

and be committed to music as a medium for Christian ministry.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $11,000.00 - $11,500.00 per year

Experience:

• organist: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Taylor, MI 48180 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Taylor, MI 48180: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $11,000 - $11,500