Incumbent: Stephanie White POSITION DESCRIPTION Choir Director OVERALL FUNCTIONS The Choir Director is primarily responsible for leading the music selection, rehearsals, and musical offerings of BLC’s Chancel choir. NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB Part time – Labor Day thru Pentecost Sunday or Memorial Day whichever is later (salary based on 30hr/month for 9 months) – Salary is based on experience and education and commensurate with the Guidelines for the Employment of Musicians in the Lutheran Church. Reports to: Director of Music Evaluates: NA Location: Kalispell Position Updated: 4/15/2015 Status: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS PRIORITY VALUES 1. CHOIR DIRECTOR 100 a. Coordinate with Pastor and Director of Music for overall anthem and music selections, seasonal themes, service music, etc. b. Plan and maintain a schedule for musical offerings during the school year (Labor Day thru Pentecost Sunday or Memorial Day whichever is later) for the Chancel Choir; select music, lead rehearsals, and direct musical offerings during worship services in accordance with the Master Musical Offering Schedule maintained by the Director of Music. c. Assist with rehearsing with soloists or worship assistants as needed. d. Assist with the Sunday school music program in cooperation and coordination with the Sunday School Superintendent. e. Rehearse new hymns with choir when needed so they may help lead the congregation. f. Seek and foster opportunities for new musical offerings by our youth and other members at large (choirs, special music, instrumental, etc.) to enhance and grow the musical components of our ministry. PRIORITY VALUE TOTAL (should equal 100) 100 Title: Choir Director Pg 2 DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. General a. Commitment to the Christian faith and a basic understanding of the teachings and beliefs of the Lutheran tradition. b. Devotion to the mission and vision of Bethlehem Lutheran Church and the ELCA. c. Understanding, acceptance of, and adherence to the responsibilities and benefits of your employment detailed in the BLC Employee Handbook. 2. Education, Training and Experience: a. Demonstrated experience in choral music direction and leadership, with some professional training desired b. Experience in and appreciation for multiple worship styles. Willingness to learn new worship styles. c. Passion for reaching people through worship and a creative use of the arts and media. 2. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: a. Skills in choral conducting and rehearsal. b. Ability to work with people with a wide variety of artistic tastes, skills, and ages. c. Ability to draw out volunteer leaders and artists to share their gifts. EQUIPMENT USED a. b. c. Computer/Sound equipment / A/V Equipment Copier/Telephone Musical instruments PHYSICAL DEMANDS These physical demands (outside of those necessary for piano performance) of this position are minimal and commensurate with a typical position of this type. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job the employee constantly works around others, works with the public and works inside. MENTAL/MOTOR DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee performs routine work. The employee frequently exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another). Guidance and reinforcement Title: Choir Director Pg 3 are frequently available. While performing routine work the employee occasionally has to maintain attentiveness duration. The employee frequently works within time constraints and maintains attentiveness intensity. The employee is frequently involved in social interactions which require oral communication and written communication. The physical demands, work environment characteristics and mental/motor demands described within this Position Description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * NOTE: Only minimum duties are listed. Other responsibilities may be required as requested by Management. POSITION DESCRIPTION APPROVED BY: ___________________________ DATE: ____________ I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE RESPONSIBILITIES EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE: _________________________________________ DATE: ____________