Music Ministry Coordinator

Music Ministry Coordinator, Part-time

Twin First UMC seeks an enthusiastic, flexible, collaborative, and skilled musician to lead our growing community in worship.

About Us:

Twin First UMC is a historic congregation that is transitioning into a hybrid style of musical worship that honors the tradition and integrates it into a contemporary expression of congregational participation.

Our church entertains big ideas, longs for meaningful worship, and prioritizes community service. We strive to be an oasis for those seeking deeper connection with the Divine, self, and others; an inclusive place for learning and spiritual renewal; a loving and accepting community dedicated to service and justice. We are a small, growing church located in the heart of historic downtown Twin Falls, with congregants from all over the city. An intergenerational community, we welcome at all levels of ministry people of all races, colors, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, ages, and abilities.

About The Job:

This is a part-time (10-15 hours per week) position requiring that you:

- Play keyboard and lead singing at our single Sunday morning service throughout the year; additional services may be held during the seasons of Lent, Easter, Advent, and Christmas.

- Attend once monthly worship-planning meetings with the pastor.

- Attend once monthly staff meeting.

- Collaborate in worship planning by researching and suggesting fitting music, both old and new.

- Occasionally recruit and lead a church choir (vocal or bell) for special occasions.

- Occasionally recruit musicians to participate or perform during worship.

- Coordinate quarterly organ usage before or during worship gatherings.

Note: piano is preferred, but we are open to guitar as well; proficiency in two instruments is ideal.

Please submit application materials no later than December 7, 2024 via email.

Application should include:

- Resume or CV, including names and contact information for three professional references.

- Cover letter, introducing yourself and your specific interests related to this position.

- Music sample, 3-5 minutes of your playing & singing submitted via .mp3 file.

Position title: Music Ministry Coordinator

Position type: Part-time, 10-15 hours per week

Reports to: Pastor, Staff Parish Relations Team

Rate of pay: $250 per week, commensurate with experience