Director of Music Ministries Needed

Job description for Director of Music Ministries at Good Shepherd Christian Church

Good Shepherd Christian Church is a Christ-centered Disciples of Christ community faithfully praising God through worship, love, and service. Our programs and worship are made richer by our multi-generational membership, and we actively seek a blend of traditional and contemporary worship styles.

We are looking for a motivated individual who will work alongside the Lead Pastor, and the Worship Committee, to provide direction, oversight, and coordination to the music ministry at Good Shepherd. Candidates must have the ability to lead musical groups with a variety of instruments and voices. Ability to work harmoniously with the pastoral staff, worship committee, and all music ministry participants is required. Start date: August 1, 2010.

Responsibilities include:
-Accompanying weekly worship services (currently one Sunday morning service at 10:00)
-Coordinating special music for weekly worship services and seasonal worship services
-Scheduling and Leading choir rehearsals/performances and praise band rehearsals/performances

Position Requirements:
-Prior experience as pianist/organist/accompanist is REQUIRED
-Experience leading a worship band AND traditional adult choir
-Ability to lead worship both vocally and instrumentally
-Excellent musicianship in training and experience
-Positive attitude toward collaboration and creativity

If you are interested in filling this position, please send your resume to:
Good Shepherd Christian Church
Re: Director of Music Ministries Position
111 SW Woods Chapel Road
Blue Springs, MO 64015

or email resume in Microsoft Word or PDF format to: gsccdcjulie@sbcglobal.net

We will be accepting resumes until the position has been filled. If you are not interested in this long-term position but are interested in submitting your resume for Substitute Musician please call (816) 228-6908.

To learn more about Good Shepherd Christian Church please visit our website: www.goodshepherdchristian.org.