DIRECTOR OF MUSIC & ACCOMPANIST

Duties

• Musical direction for both Protestant and Roman Catholic worship services
• Accompaniment for the rendition of music required during worship services
• This includes prelude music, calls to worship, congregational singing, offertories, postludes, and other music as required by the respective chaplain or CRMP
• Coordination and consultation with the officiating chaplain or CRMP concerning the selection of all choral selections, choruses, hymns, and other music utilized in the worship service
• Timely accomplishment of necessary administrative tasks, including:
• Information to CRP personnel for worship service programs/bulletins
• Aid in planning for the musical support of the CRP worship services, including written requests for securing musical equipment, musical scores, supplies, and other required material to the chapel office
• Submission of all required contract documentation
• Upon consultation with the Command Chaplain, secure an adequate substitute for vacation periods, illness, inclement weather and /or emergency leave and when otherwise necessary. All compensations for the substitute accompanist shall be the responsibility of the contractor
• Maintain current certification for access to the installation
• Comply with station and government policies and regulations in regard to identification badges, parking, and professional decorum

Requirements

• Has a Bachelor’s degree in Music, Sacred Music, or related field from an accredited institution
• Has demonstrated proficiency in at least one primary accompaniment instrument (piano or organ) with the ability to play both contemporary and traditional liturgical music
• Has a minimum of three (3) years of experience directing music programs and serving as an accompanist in a church, chapel, or similar environment
• Has proven ability to select, arrange, and direct music for various services, ceremonies, and special events in accordance with liturgical seasons and traditions
• Experience supervising and rehearsing volunteer or paid choirs, ensembles, or soloists
• Strong sight-reading skills to support live performance adjustments during services
• Ability to work collaboratively with chaplains, clergy, and other worship leaders to plan and execute musical elements of services
• Familiarity with multiple worship styles and ability to transition between them as needed