Director of Music Ministries

Director of Music Ministries
Hours: Full-Time
Salary: Starting at $50,000

Position Summary:

First Methodist Church of Texarkana, TX, is seeking a passionate and gifted individual to serve as our Director of Music Ministries. This role is responsible for developing and leading the traditional worship experience, fostering a culture of worship that honors the rich traditions of the church while engaging the congregation in meaningful and Spirit-filled worship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish connections with local musicians and ensembles to find and recruit talent.
• Plan, coordinate, and lead the music for the traditional worship service, including hymns, choral anthems, and special music.
• Recruit, train, and direct a choir and various other musical ensembles.
• Collaborate with the pastor and other worship leaders to plan meaningful and cohesive worship services, including seasonal cantatas.
• Provide musical support for special services such as Christmas, Easter, funerals, and weddings as needed, as well as special ministries.
• Select appropriate music in alignment with the church’s theology and worship style.
• Arrange hymns for a variety of ensembles (brass, strings, wind, etc.).
• Oversee and maintain church instruments, music library, service database, music budget, and choir robes.
• Encourage and foster congregational participation in worship.
• Ensure compliance with copyright and CCLI regulations.

Qualifications:

• A strong faith in Christ and a commitment to the mission and values of the church.
• A bachelor’s degree in music
• Experience in leading traditional worship, directing choirs, and working with musicians.
• Proficiency in reading music and conducting
• Ability to recruit, train, and direct volunteers for music programs
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills

About First Methodist:

We are a growing new church start worshiping an average of 170-200 with deep-rooted biblical beliefs, a thriving community of young families, and a vision to build both our faith and our future as we establish new facilities and ministries.

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to gmorgan@fmctxk.org