Choir Director Job Davis area,California USA,Creative Arts/Media

Choir Director

Hours Range: 8-12 hours/week

Pay Range: $24-27/hr

Under the general supervision of the Director of Worship, this position is responsible for organizing and directing the UCC Praise Choir. This person is expected to work with the Director of Worship, Lead Pastor and other preaching pastors to implement the choir program. In addition, this person will develop special events and ministries that enhance the impact of UCC in Davis and surrounding communities, and support the UCC Vision Statement.

Reports to:

Executive Director of Worship

Key Areas of Ministry Responsibility

Direct & Grow the Praise Choir

Direct the Praise Choir, primarily providing music for the worship services and special performances including weekly rehearsals, planning for rehearsals, managing the printed music, keeping the choral library up-to-date, etc.

Choose appropriate repertoire for the Praise Choir, including ordering new music

Rehearse and direct instrumentalists working with the Praise Choir

Work with the Director of Worship to try new ways to creatively grow the Praise Choir and try new things with the choir as we navigate a season of rebuilding and reimagining

Choir Responsibilities

The Praise Choir will rehearse weekly (September-June) and sing at least once per month during those months. If possible, the choir will also sing in July and August. The choir will also give additional performances for special occasions.

The Praise Choir will present a yearly Sing Christmas! Program.

The Praise Choir will be responsible for the Good Friday Tenebrae service.

From time to time, singers will be invited to join the Praise Choir for special performances.

Qualifications and Skills

Heart and lifestyle of worship and desire to help others grow in worship

Team player and servant heart

Self-motivated

Ability to stay calm under pressure

Strong musical knowledge and experience (specifically in relation to choral music)

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Strong conflict management skills

Ability to equip and develop others

Strategic and planning abilities

Wide range of musical styles and leadership skills

Working knowledge of Christian worship sacraments and traditions

Comfortable in front of people

Knowledge of basic management skills and techniques

Ability to participate in, develop and nurture teams

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