Organist/ Choir Director
Position Title: Organist & Choir Director Posted: 6/13/2019
Organization Name: Flatbush-Tompkins Job Type: Part Time Congregational Church
Location: Brooklyn, NY Minimum Education: BA/BS
Entry Level: No
TO APPLY:
Qualified applicants should email or mail a resume and cover letter to the attention of:
Chair of Music Committee:
or Flatbush-Tompkins Congregational Church, 424 East 19th St. Brooklyn, NY 11226
Job Description:
Flatbush-Tompkins Congregational Church (FTCC) is a 120 year old Historic Landmark located in Brooklyn, NY. It is a member of the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches (NACCC) and is seeking a part time organist/choir director to further develop its already strong music program. The organist/choir director works closely with the pastor and choir, and is the central figure in ensuring the quality and substance of the music that serves as an integral part of the pastor’s and church’s vision of ministry. In addition to maintaining a good working relationship with the pastor and choir, the organist/choir director will have proven experience in choral directing and organ performance. The FTCC organ is a 31–Rank /Austin Pipe Organ (1965). There is also a Steinway Grand Piano used in the church’s worship service.
Professional Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Music
Experience with choral directing and development of choral sound an musicianship
Experience in organ performance
Experience working with youth and children’s choirs
Skills:
Spiritual leader to choir members of all ages; creating an environment where musical training and preparation become a part of encouraging a solid foundation of faith for participants
Excellent communications skills and ability to work and interact well with children, youth, staff, parents, volunteers and parishioners
Self starter with a strong commitment to excellence
Team player with a “can do” yet flexible attitude
Excellent organizational and administrative skills; strong attention to detail
Duties:
Provide organ, choral, or other music at all principle services of the church, including, but not limited to:
All weekly Sunday worship services
Christmas services, including Candlelight Vespers
Ash Wednesday, Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday
Weddings, funerals and any other major events as required
Holding one regular rehearsal of the choir weekly and others, as deemed necessary
Continuing to develop the vocal “sound” of the Chancel Choir, training in musicality and a good
choral technique, maintaining the choir’s excellent a Capella capabilities, and developing vision
for the Chancel Choir’s ministry
Making expectations explicit for the choir members and leaders
Effectively managing/ utilizing professional singers to enhance the mission of the music ministry
Promoting fellowship with other church choirs and encouraging collaborative events; e.g. yearly
Gospel Fest
Recruiting congregational talent for various choirs and music groups; e.g. Spring Concert (in
June), and when Chancel Choir is on leave (July/August)
The organist/choir director is a regular member of the staff and is expected to:
1. Attend staff meetings as required and meet with the pastor as necessary
2. Be a team player with a small staff
3. Prepare publicity releases and advertising for concerts and performances as needed
Responsible for personal musical preparation, including organ practice and study of scores
Maintenance of the FTCC music library
Hire professional musicians, as appropriate and within the parameters of the FTCC budget for
liturgical occasions and special services
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