Director of Music Ministries, Part-Time, UMC: North Andover, MA
First United Methodist Church, North Andover, is a small but vibrant congregation. Music is a vital part of our worship service. In coordination with the Pastor, the Music director exercises an important ministry that reaches out to all members of the congregation. We are a reconciling congregation and welcome to all regardless of age, race, cultural identity, gender identity and sexual identity.
The music director serves as a leader, educator and principal musician of this congregation
Hours of Work – Eight to ten hours per week, including Sunday morning worship services and choir rehearsals.
Areas of Responsibility
• Provide music with piano, organ or keyboard for Sunday morning worship services
• Meet regularly with the Pastor and Worship team to plan and integrate music into the life of the church
• Work with choir and praise band
• Facilitate and encourage participation by church members
• Bring in guest musicians as needed
• Assist in finding a substitute as needed
Qualifications
• Proficiency in piano and keyboard
• Experience with traditional and contemporary Christian music
• Experience leading a choir
Compensation
• Compensation is salaried and in the range of $8,000 -$10,000 per year, paid monthly, based on experience.
• Two weeks paid vacation is included
• Sick days to be negotiated with Staff Parish Relations Committee
• Not eligible for health insurance or any other benefits
• The Music Director and FUMC North Andover may terminate employment at will, but recognize that 30 days’ notice is preferable