Organist

HOURS: 6.3 hours avg/wk for 50 weeks. Services are scheduled weekly. Other events as scheduled. Individual practice time at Organist discretion.
BENEFITS: 2 weeks annual leave. Salary $12,852.00 annually paid twice per month.
POSITION SUMMARY: Accountable to the Director of Music Ministries, the Staff Parish committee, and the Pastor. The Organist plays the organ and piano in musical programs of the church. Cooperate fully with Director of Music Ministries in all matters pertaining to the musical program of the church. Inform Director of Music Ministries and Pastor of any scheduled absences as soon as possible. One month in advance would be the minimum time for advance notice. In dealing with children and youth, maintain good communication with parents. Show respect and courtesy to all staff members, church members, attendees and visitors, and work for the good of the church.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Play the organ/piano for Sunday worship services, Revival services, Easter services, and Christmas services. Play organ/piano for any other services such as funerals, or as listed by the Director of Music Ministries. Play the organ/piano for practices for musical performances. Attend required staff meetings. Perform routine organ user maintenance and report on condition of the organ and the pianos. Perform other tasks related to music program as assigned.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: Position requires talent and skill in playing the organ and the piano. Music training is desirable. Experience playing music programs in other churches or related field is desirable. This person must be mature and sensitive in working with all members of the congregation and church staff.