GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
POSITION DESCRIPTION
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Director of Music Ministries should have a heart for personal worship as well as a
desire to draw the body into corporate worship through music to glorify God. The
Director should be a skilled musician with a desire to seek excellence in music, with
aspirations for growth and new visions for the music program, and an openness to a wide
variety of musical styles. In addition, the Director should exhibit a passion for
developing dynamic music program for children, youth and adults to reach the
congregation and community at large.
EDUCATIONAL/MUSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Music or Music Education
Experience in developing/directing church music programs
Proficient in a variety of musical styles including contemporary and traditional music
Strong conducting and rehearing skills
Strong communication and organizational skills
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide planning, coordination, growth and implementation for a comprehensive music
ministry, including oversight of all worship music.
Integrate the music program with the worship message to create a meaningful impact on
each service while incorporating a variety of musical styles and programs
Work closely with other ministries, staff and the worship committee in collaborative
worship planning and budget preparation/supervision.
Enlist, develop and/or lead soloists or musical groups for worship
Direct and/or manage chancel choir and praise team including all facets such as
recruiting, music selection, maintenance of library, rehearsal and performance delivery.
Supervise music personnel, both paid and volunteer
Promote the development of faith through music
Participate in regularly scheduled staff and worship committee meetings as required.
Position is non-exempt, part time. Salary TBD.
Contact David VandenBerg, Grace Presbyterian Church 951-695-1913