Director of Music

Come join our team as our music director: accompany congregational singing, coordinate special music, and grow a music program at an inclusive church in DeWitt!

Role Summary

This position is responsible for music during worship at First Congregational United Church of Christ (DeWitt, IA).

Key Responsibilities

Accompany the congregation in singing during worship services.

With the pastor, select music for worship services, providing a mix of music that the congregation is familiar with and music that is new to the congregation.

Create opportunities and recruit musicians for special music and other performances.

Qualifications

Excellent written and oral communications skills.

Proven ability to manage projects from beginning to end.

Organized and able to manage multiple projects at once.

Ability to play one or more accompanying instruments (organ, piano, guitar, etc.).

Familiarity with Christian hymnody.

Schedule

Every Sunday, plus other days for special worship services, funerals, etc.

Pay Information

$150 per service, with funerals and weddings generally paid at higher rates.

How to Apply

You can apply by sending your resume and contact information to our employment email address. You can also mail them to our office at 520 E. 11th St., DeWitt, Iowa, 52472.