Description

Position Purpose:  To connect people to full life in Jesus Christ through traditional music and worship.

Position Overview: This position will primarily focus on leading traditional worship services with the following priorities:

• Christ-centered worship
• Gospel communication through music
• Choir development

Responsibilities: Every candidate will bring a unique mix of gifts and passions that will shape the particulars of this position. That notwithstanding, the responsibilities of this position include at least the following: 

 TRADITIONAL MUSIC AND WORSHIP:

•         Work with Worship and Music Commission and pastors to provide for worship of the congregation
•         Collaborate with pastors to choose songs for worship services connected to scriptural themes
•         Recruit, direct, and manage Sanctuary choir
•         Recruit, direct, and manage Chancel Handbell choir
•         Play and sing as needed in worship services
•         Accompany Women's Ensemble in worship
•         Schedule and accompany soloists for worship services
•         Develop opportunities for next generation (children and students) to learn and share musical gifts in worship.  
•         Collaborate with pastors and contemporary music director in developing and implementing blended worship experiences
•         Provide liturgical leadership, as assigned, during worship services
•         Along with pastors, provide care and support to choir members

ADMINISTRATIVE:

•         Supervise part-time Music Associate
•         Staff representative for monthly Worship & Music Commission meetings
•         Lead the Ocean Classic Concert Council
•         Attend Session Meetings as Needed
•         Instrument maintenance (organ, piano, bells, etc)
•         Develop and manage the budget for traditional music ministries with commission oversight 
•         Maintain accurate information in weekly worship scripts

 GENERAL

•         Prioritize personal spiritual growth, self-care, and continuing education. 
•         Explore and implement other opportunities to integrate music into the mission and ministry of the church
•         Other duties as necessary or assigned by Head of Staff

Schedule: This is a part-time salaried position consisting of approximately 16-18 hours per week, including mid-week rehearsal and weekend and holiday worship services. Currently weekly rehearsals and/or services are Thursdays 6:00 – 9:00 pm and Sundays 9:00 am – 10:30 am.

Duration: This is an at-will position, both PCTR and the candidate have the right to terminate the relationship at any time. All positions have a 3-month probationary period. 

Requirements

Qualities: Passionate disciple of Jesus Christ, musically gifted, forms meaningful relationships with people of various ages, self-starter, empowering leader, team builder, team player, organized, and effective communicator. 

Qualifications: Classical music training and choir direction experience. Proficient on piano and organ.  Satisfactory background checks and drug screening. This is a non-ordained position. 

Accountability: Serves as staff representative with Worship & Music Commission. Relates directly to the Senior Pastor/Head of Staff and Personnel Commission for support and accountability.