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Director of Music -Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church

Pay: $15,000–$20,000/yr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Alexandria, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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A Music Director leads music ensembles in a variety of different settings. Conducts orchestras or choral groups, church choirs, or pit orchestras in a music theatre production. Chooses music for performances, or composes or arranges music for ensembles to perform; runs rehearsals and directs soloists or guest performers.

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Director of Music•Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church Christian Career Alexandria, VA Job Details Part-time $15,000•$20,000 a year 3 hours ago Qualifications Choral worship music conducting Music Organ playing Piano Mid-level Bachelor's degree Managing music teams Recruiting Bachelor's degree in music Music selection Musical liturgical knowledge Full Job Description Director of Music•

Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church Director of Music Position Description :

To coordinate the music and worship life of the MVPC in collaboration with the Pastor.

Summary :

This is a part-time salaried position. The salary range is $15-20K. Responsibilities include 10-15 hours of work each week with one Sunday off per month in coordination with the Organist/Accompanist.

Music Responsibilities:

Rehearse and direct the church choir, preparing them to sing during worship 2-3 times per month Recruit soloists and ensembles from inside and/or outside of the congregation. Work with the Pastor and Organist/Accompanist to incorporate a variety of music to enhance worship. Ensure musical support for worship services every Sunday, particularly those weeks when the Director and/or Organist are off. Schedule and rehearse "special music" (eg: soloists or instrumental music) for worship services at least once per month. Secure substitute musicians as needed.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Work closely and cooperatively with the pastor, the Organist/Accompanist, and Office Manager to coordinate the worship life of MVPC. Attend all Worship Ministry Team meetings (usually virtual). In consultation with the Organist/Accompanist, recommend necessary instrument maintenance. Submit music fund expenses to the Office Manager promptly. Submit annual recommendations for music program expenditures to the Worship Ministry Team for consideration during the budget process.

Qualifications:

A vibrant and growing relationship with God and a commitment to the way of Jesus Christ. Ability to accompany congregation on piano (or organ) when accompanist is off (one weekend per month). An interest in a variety of musical styles to continue moving the congregation beyond hymns and traditional Church music. Effective interpersonal skills, organizational ability, and creativity. Formal instrumental and/or choral training required. Bachelor of Music desired. To apply, please submit a resume and a brief cover letter.