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DIRECTOR OF MUSIC WANTED
 Concord Baptist Church seeks…
Director of Music Ministries

Concord Baptist Church of Boston seeks a skilled organist and music director to lead the music ministry at this dynamic urban church located in the heart of Boston’s South End. This 125 year old institution serves over 1400 congregants including a significant percentage who participate in the various music ministries.

The position requires Christian maturity, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a deep knowledge of church worship and doctrine. In addition to playing the organ and directing choirs, the Director of Music Ministries (along with the Pastor) develops a vision for a comprehensive music program, oversees paid and volunteer music personnel, monitors the music budget, and is responsible for the use and care of the church’s instruments.

The successful candidate will be a person of genuine Christian character with demonstrated music skills and a love for Christ and His church. Accrued paid vacation; salary commensurate with experience. Due to the nature of this position, all applicants are subject to appropriate background checks.

In order to apply for the Director of Music Ministries position: , please send a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, and three references: character, professional/musical and spiritual. In your cover letter, please address the following questions: Why are you seeking the Director’s position?

Applicants are invited, but not required, to submit additional materials (i.e. recordings, programs) for the search committee’s consideration. Candidates choosing to send additional materials should alert the committee in the cover letter. Please note that any additional materials will not be returned.

Mail all materials to:
Music Search Committee
c/o Mozil Kyle
Concord Baptist Church
P.O. Box 313
Boston , MA 02117-0313

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

SECONDARY JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Assistant Choral Director
Reports to: Director of Music Ministry at Concord Baptist Church
Benefits: Paid Vacation (accrued)

Position Type: Part-time must accommodate service per Sunday morning, weekly rehearsals and other services as assigned by the Director of Music Ministries.

Salary: Commensurate with experience and assignment

 Music Ministry at Concord Baptist Church

The ministry of music at Concord Baptist seeks to glorify God and mediate the grace and presence of God through:

• The creative interpretation of the Church’s musical literature, and
• The celebration of many genres of music from spirituals to contemporary gospel, and
• The fostering of a Christian community within the church, the city and beyond

 Accountability

The Assistant Choral Director, according to the by-laws, is employed by the Church on recommendation of the Music Vision Committee in consultation with the Deacons and the Pastor.  Under the supervision of the Director of Music Ministries, the Assistant Choral Director is responsible for rehearsing, accompanying, and preparing tow ensembles ministry and worship.  The Assistant Choral Director is responsible to the Director of Music Ministries and the Pastor. 

Responsibilities of the Assistant Choral Director

The Assistant Choral Director will be responsible for working closely with the Director of Music Ministries, the Pastor, and the Music Vision Committee to support and execute the overall vision, mission and goals of the music ministry.  As the secondary organist/pianist and choral director, the Assistant Choral Director will rehearse and lead choral groups as assigned, support efforts to foster and coordinate the worship life of the congregation by teaching congregational, choral and instrumental music, indicative of the rich and diverse musical heritage of the church, and attend regularly scheduled meetings with music ministry personnel. 

• Support the vision of the music ministry and uphold music ministry goals
• Participate in planning and selecting choral material for all regular and special services of worship including but not limited to revivals, conferences, weddings, funerals and special celebrations
• Maintain the highest professional competencies from a wide range of religious repertoire
• Maintain openness to the diverse genres and styles of music and sensitivity to the balance of familiar and unfamiliar hymns and choral music
• Sustain highest possible Christian and professional ideals when facilitating the vision of the church music ministry e.g. lead devotion
• Support and maintain the music ministry as it draws upon a number of constituencies, including Children for Christ, Brotherhood Chorus, Jeter Gospel Chorus, Women of Praise, United Voices, Praise Team, instrumental ensembles, and featured soloists
• Conduct regular weekly rehearsals
• Support fellowship and collaboration among members of the choirs through rehearsals, social and educational activities
• Support recruitment from congregational talent for participation in the church’s musical life
• Support opportunities for artistic development and growth of participants of all ages
• Support and nurture relationships with other church and music programs
• Maintain accurate records for the annual music report
• Coordinate planned vacations and/or absences with Director of Music Ministries and Pastor
• Coordinate use of resources with Director of Music Ministries
• Support high standards of spiritual commitment and musical excellence for those involved in worship
• Some travel required
• Other duties as assigned

 Qualifications

• Committed Christian faith, genuine spirituality and a humble mindset
• Bachelor’s degree in Music or equivalent professional experience in music field preferred
• Piano and organ skills; ability to transpose and sight-read with proficiency and ease
• Knowledgeable of vocal production and pedagogy ideal
• Well versed in variety of musical styles and traditions and skilled in vocal arranging
• Knowledgeable of the Scriptures as it relates to song selection and church music
• Strong organizational and administrative skills preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work in a group dynamic
• Passion for music; a love of people and the church
• Awareness of cultural differences and an ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds preferred
• A passion for music and singing and knowledge of arts management ideal
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Inspire an environment of professionalism including accountability and punctuality

Mail all materials to:
Music Search Committee
c/o Mozil Kyle
Concord Baptist Church
P.O. Box 313
Boston , MA 02117-0313

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.