Director of Music Ministries

Position Summary Love United Methodist Church is a growing, energetic, new church in Baytown, Texas. We have an award-winning choir with 25 members and diverse musical repertoire from hymnody to classical choral music, gospel, opera, musical theater, and some contemporary pop.

Our mission is:

Love Boldly. Love Deeply. Love United. We are seeking our next Director of Music Ministries to conduct the Love United Methodist Church choir in worship and community events. We offer a flexible and creative environment where your art and your vision are celebrated! Together we will share God's unconditional love for everyone through the joy of music. Responsibilities

• Create and execute a vision to expand and enrich the church's music ministries.
• Lead the choir and congregation in music during Sunday worship.
• Lead weekly choir rehearsals, encouraging growth in musicality in a supportive environment.
• Collaborate with the Pastor to shape meaningful, Spirit-led worship.
• Schedule special music performances throughout the church year.
• Provide a warm, friendly, and safe environment for diverse people of every kind.
• Communicate with the choir, congregation, and community about upcoming music.
• Promote and participate in musical opportunities throughout the community such as caroling, public performances, and musical outreach programs.
• Help create and maintain the church's music ministries budget.
• Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
• Undergraduate degree in music (or currently enrolled in a music degree program).
• A joyful love of music and a good sense of humor.
• Enthusiasm for welcoming and mentoring everyone: from absolute beginners to musical professionals.
• A team player who is friendly and patient.
• Has a personal, active, and growing spiritual life.
• Creativity to integrate multiple musical styles into the life of the church.
• Ability to pass a background check and Safe Sanctuary training.
• Perseverance to meet the spiritual and emotional responsibilities of working in a religious environment. Work Schedule
• This is a part-time position based in Baytown, TX. This position requires around 20 hours per week.
• Sunday mornings from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM and Wednesday evenings from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
• Additional days and times seasonally in conjunction with church seasons and ministries.
• Flexible time for preparation, practice, and planning on-site and/or remotely.
• Occasional Thursday evening administrative meetings to plan upcoming programs.

Work Location:

In person