Director of Music and Worship Ministries

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Denomination:

Baptist•

American Category:

Worship Leader Church Size:

100

• 250

Salary:

$40,000

• 50,000 Posted on: June 08, 2026

Time Type:

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Job Description:

Director of Music and Worship Ministries Penney Memorial United Baptist Church

• Augusta, Maine Part time (30 hours/week on average across year)

• Salary:

  $36,000
• 50,000 (based on education/experience matrix) Position open until filled Position Summary The Director of Music and Worship Ministries will help our church worship God in spirit and in truth-with beauty, theological clarity, and heartfelt participation.

This role blends musical leadership, biblical depth, and pastoral sensitivity. The Director works closely with the Senior Pastor and church volunteers to plan and lead worship services, develop ensembles, and encourage the whole congregation to sing with joy and understanding. This is a 30 hour per week position averaged across the year.

• September through June are fuller months (especially Advent, Christmas, and Holy Week)
• Summer months are lighter and allow space for planning and preparation The full job description is available on the Penney website here: https://www.pmubc.org/employment-opportunities Key Responsibilities
• Plan and lead music for Sunday worship and special services
• Personally lead music at least two Sundays per month
• Coordinate with the Senior Pastor to align music with Scripture and the church's Philosophy of Worship
• Recruit, train, and support volunteer musicians
• Direct or coordinate vocal and instrumental ensembles across age ranges, including children
• Introduce new songs thoughtfully for congregational and home worship
• Coordinate accompanists and provide accompaniment when needed
• Oversee rehearsals, slides, sound checks, and volunteer scheduling
• Maintain instruments, equipment, and the music library
• Serve as staff liaison to the Music Committee Compensation and Benefits

• Salary:

  $36,000
• 50,000, based on matrix of education and experience
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Medical and dental reimbursement
• Retirement match (up to 3%)
• Employer Social Security contribution
• Paid parental leave after 12 months
• One time relocation stipend Additional Fee for Service Opportunities
• Use of church instruments and space to teach private lessons How to Apply Visit https://www.

pmubc.org/employment-opportunities to view the full job description and for instructions on how to apply. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with first consideration given to those received by June 30.

About Penney Memorial United Baptist Church:

Penney Memorial United Baptist Church is a nearly 200 year old congregation in the heart of Maine's capital city. Each Sunday, 150-200 people of all ages gather for corporate worship that is rooted in Scripture and centered with strong congregational singing. Our focus on Sundays is the God who gathers us and His Gospel that saves us. We value reverent and joyful worship, participation over performance, and undistracting excellence. With gratitude we learn from and are encouraged by the past, and with eager expectation we gather as a living body to meet with God today. We are in a hopeful season of growth. As we strengthen and rebuild volunteer ensembles (including adult, youth, children's, and handbell choirs) we are praying for a Director who loves God, loves the church, and finds joy in helping God's people worship Him together.

Job Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• A personal, publicly professed faith in Jesus Christ
• A covenant member of the church within three months of hire (includes a requirement for baptism by immersion)
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in music, or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of Christian sacred music (traditional hymns, modern hymns, contemporary songs)
• Experience leading congregational singing with acoustic instruments
• Ability to personally accompany congregational singing on occasion, if needed
• Experience directing vocal and instrumental ensembles, including children
• Familiarity with Baptist worship traditions
• Spiritual maturity consistent with 1 Timothy 3 Preferred Qualifications
• Degree with church music studies and/or from a Baptist institution
• Piano or keyboard proficiency strongly preferred
• Experience rebuilding or growing ensembles
• Experience mentoring youth in music and worship
• Skills in arranging, composing, or coordinating special music

Requirements:

Minimum Years Experience:

1

Position Information:

Job Title:

Director of Music and Worship Ministries Time Type:

Part Time Job Category:

Worship Leader, Music Minister, Worship Pastor Salary:

$40,000

• 50,000

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Baptist•

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100

• 250

Contact Information:

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Penney Memorial United Baptist Church Contact Name:

Anna Cooney, Search Committee Chair Address1: 393 Water Street Address2:

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04330

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