Director of Music Ministries

Watts Street Baptist Church of Durham, NC seeks a Director of Music Ministries for a position averaging 30 hours per week (with a potential for full-time if the candidate serves as Organist). We seek a creative and inclusive director who understands sacred music as an important part of worship and spiritual growth and who will engage all levels of the congregation in a variety of musical experiences.

Hiring range is $40,000 to $50,000 plus health benefits (compensation will increase if full-time). For a job description, application details, and more about our progressive Baptist church please visit wattsstreet.org.

• Direct, train, and nurture the Chancel Choir, ensuring an environment that welcomes all who wish to sing.
• Direct music education and programs for youth and children's choirs and direct or support volunteer‑led handbell choir.
• Collaborate with the Senior Pastor and staff to design vital, creative worship that provides opportunities for adult, youth, children’s, and handbell choirs to participate and lead.
• Supervise the organist and schedule guest musicians and instrumentalists.
• Manage the music budget, maintain our extensive music library (including copyright and streaming compliance), and oversee the care of instruments and other equipment.
• Foster community connection and outreach through the music program.

• Spiritually Grounded:
  Follower of Christ with a deep theological understanding of sacred music and the liturgical calendar. Experience leading worship and being active in church ministry.
• Musically Skilled:
  Degree in Music (Choral Conducting or Music Education preferred) or equivalent experience. Proficient in piano and comfortable leading a variety of sacred and inspirational music, both traditional and contemporary.
• Organized & Collaborative:
  Skilled at planning and committed to working with ministerial staff and lay leaders to achieve a shared vision.