Director of Music for Church
Orchard Park Presbyterian Church, in Orchard Park, NY, "A Thriving Faith Community Engaged in Compassionate Service", seeks a talented, enthusiastic part time director of music. Responsibilities include: in cooperation with Senior Pastor and Worship Team, directing volunteer choirs for worship services, performing at the keyboard (organ, piano), selecting, preparing and conducting choral music and accompanying congregational hymn singing.
Time commitment generally involves one or two evenings per week for choir rehearsal, and Sunday mornings from 9:00 am until 12:00 noon, plus weekly staff meetings and monthly planning meetings. Availability for weddings, special services during Christmas and Lent/Easter, and memorial services is expected. Creativity and variety with musical offerings is encouraged.
Prefer minimum undergraduate degree in music and/or past experience in church music ministry, familiarity with sacred music of all genres, and the ability to work with other staff members as well as volunteer musicians. Further information available upon request.