Wallingford United Methodist Church (WUMC) is currently seeking a Music Director.

WUMC is a small, progressive, open and affirming, and intergenerational church located in the Wallingford neighborhood of Seattle. As an inclusive community, we exclude no one based on their gender and gender expression, sexual orientation, race, socioeconomic background, ability, or religion. The themes and language in our music reflect inclusive, gender-neutral words and themes. To learn more about our church and community, visit Wallingford United Methodist Church (wallingfordumc.org)  

The Music Director’s job has six major components:

1.      In consultation with the Pastor, plan and implement music for each worship service including selection of hymns and other music, directing the choir, leading congregational singing and arranging for special guest musicians. Sunday service is at 10:00 – 11:15 a.m. Additional, services are held on several liturgical days.

2.      Direct the adult choir during weekly choir practice and worship services. Practices are on Thursday evenings from 7:30 – 9 p.m., September through mid-June.

3.      Lead congregational singing during worship services.

4.      Participate in WUMC’s monthly staff and Program Team meetings.

5.      Supervise the Church Pianist/Accompanist.

6.      Manage the music program’s budget.

This is a part-time salaried position requiring approximately 10 hours per week. Salary to be determined based on experience. Personal time off provided.

Worship services, choir practices and meetings are held at Wallingford United Methodist Church.

Desired Skills/Attributes Include:

·         Bachelor’s degree in a music field is preferred.

·         Experience with Christian/classical/sacred music, choral conducting and vocal coaching.

·         Experience in leading a congregation or similar group in singing of hymns or similar music.

·         Ability to work independently and in collaboration with the Pastor, Pianist/Accompanist, choir, other musicians and the church community.

·         Ability to work with people of diverse ethnic, social, cultural, and economic backgrounds and sexual/gender identities.

·         Ability to work with a choir that has diversity in age, musical abilities and tastes.

·         Completion of a background check is required for all WUMC employees.

To apply submit resume and names of at least 3 references to job@wallingfordumc.org 

Full Job Description posted at Job Opportunities — Wallingford United Methodist Church (wallingfordumc.org)

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