Protestant Music Director - $50.00 Per Hour– Mountain Home AFB, ID 83648 USA

The Role

Do you have experience leading music in Protestant worship services? Can you play and sing a variety of musical styles, from contemporary praise to traditional hymns? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

We are looking for a skilled Music Director to lead the Protestant music programme for our Sunday services. You will be responsible for selecting, rehearsing, and performing music that enhances worship, ensuring a seamless and uplifting experience for the congregation.

This role requires attendance every Sunday, including holidays that fall on a Sunday. The service runs from 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM, and you must arrive at least 40 minutes beforehand to conduct sound checks and rehearsals.

This is a part-time position, working on average 5 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, lead, and perform music for Protestant worship services, ensuring a cohesive experience.
• Select and provide 4 to 7 songs per service, tailored to the themes and structure of each service.
• Play an instrument (piano, keyboard, organ, or guitar) and lead vocally.
• Conduct weekly rehearsals (approximately one hour) to prepare music with praise teams and choirs.
• Work closely with the sponsoring Chaplain to coordinate musical selections.
• Maintain professional relationships with chapel staff, congregation members, and volunteers.
• Set up and test audio equipment before each service, ensuring proper volume levels and instrument tuning.
• Adapt to special holiday services with appropriate musical planning.

The Person

• At least two years of experience leading worship music in a Protestant setting.
• Strong ability to play and sing in contemporary, liturgical, and gospel traditions.
• Ability to sight-read music, teach harmonies, and coordinate multiple instruments.
• Understanding of Protestant worship traditions and theology.
• Comfortable working independently and collaborating with church staff and volunteers.

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Contact information

Robin Mack