Ecumenical Music Director and Musician Accompanist Pianist or Keyboardist

Overview

The successful candidate for this position will be a 1099 contractor with Music Ministry International and will be responsible for providing music ministry leadership at Dover Air Force Base Chapel for Catholic Masses and Protestant worship services.

• Description of Services: Provide all personnel, labor, materials, and transportation to support Catholic Masses and Protestant worship services. Provide one music director and one music accompanist for two Masses and one Protestant worship service. Coordinate with military and civilian authorities. The Chapel provides music materials and facilities. Demonstrate understanding of religiously pluralistic contexts. Comply with mission requirements and Air Force standards.
  
  Grounds for contract termination may apply for activities contrary to these standards.
• Purpose: Cover faith-specific duties related to the Director of Music Ministries contract.
• Work Hours – Catholic Music Director: Pay per unit. One unit equals one rehearsal (directed by the music director and musician), one Mass performance (directed by both), or as needed for special events. Rehearsal length: 1 to 3 hours. This PWS covers six (6) units per week for 52 weeks per annum, with up to 72 additional special services units per year (maximum 384 units annually).
• Work Hours – Protestant Music Director: One unit equals one rehearsal and one worship service (directed by both), or as needed for special events. Rehearsal length: 1 to 2 hours. This PWS covers four (4) units per week for 52 weeks per annum, with up to 24 additional special services units per year (maximum 232 units annually).
• Hours Modifications: Changes to core hours must be coordinated with the Chaplain and contracting officer via modification before changes. Hours worked are submitted through iRAPT/WAWF for monthly payment.

• At least a 2-year degree in music and/or professional certification; a BA in Music or related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of Catholic Mass forms and liturgical activities is preferred.
• Knowledge of Protestant worship services and liturgical activities is preferred.
• Participation in a qualifying audition and follow-up interview. Submit a three-minute recorded video audition demonstrating ability to lead Protestant worship; further audition pieces and discussion during follow-up interview.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience accompanying choirs, vocals, and instrumentalists; minimum of 3 years’ experience playing an instrument (e.g., organ, piano, electric keyboard, guitar) as determined by audition.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting vocal and instrumental scores (as determined by audition).
• Resume with at least three references. Documentation of experience as Catholic Church musician at a military installation or civilian church (2+ years) and/or as volunteer in Catholic Church choir (2+ years); similarly for Protestant worship service experience (2+ years) and/or volunteers.

• Submit to Criminal History Background Check and Installation Records Check (IRC) as described in DoDI 1402.05. Obtain guidance from chapel administration and coordinate background checks. If unfavorable results occur, the Wing Chaplain and Contracting Officer will determine continuation or termination.
• Ensure all permanent volunteers under 18 years of age have background checks and IRC; one-time volunteers under supervision require IRC.
• Coordinate with the Chaplain over Catholic Mass and Protestant services.
• Attend Catholic Mass, Protestant services, and special worship services as coordinated with the Chaplain.
• Attend weekly Chaplain meetings and monthly Parish Advisory Council (PAC) meetings; report on activities, upcoming events, and budget concerns related…