Director of Instrumental Music

Immanuel Bible Church

Springfield, VA

Category: Christian Music / Christian Musician

Posted on: July 20, 2017

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Job Description:

Under the leadership of the Lead Teaching Pastor and the Director of Music and Worship, the Director of Instrumental Music will manage and direct all areas of the music ministry that pertain to but not limited to the orchestra and instrumental ensembles. The primary responsibility will be to prepare the orchestra for all u_noemailing services and events. The secondary responsibility will be to assist in planning worship that matches our philosophy of worship and occasionally lead worship services.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Select Orchestra music for Orchestra presentations
* Conduct Orchestra Wednesday rehearsals to include service and concert music
* Conduct Orchestra presentations in services. (preludes/offertories)
* Conduct Orchestra seasonal rehearsals
* Conduct other rehearsals or presentations as assigned by Lead Teaching Pastor or Director of M&W
* Frequent_noemailmunication with Director of M&W and Music Administrative Assistant for music
assignments needed for rehearsals
* Work with the Director of M&W in planning and executing Sunday services and lead corporate
worship services as assigned
* Balance the overall tone and sound of the orchestra by scheduling musicians based on need and
not space
* Give input on special music and orchestra songs
* Spiritually lead and guide the members of the music and worship ministry
* Provide musical guidance for individual musicians
* Provide input to budget needs and upkeep of instruments and equipment
* Serve on the worship council
* Participate in weekly music staff and worship planning meetings
* Enthusiastically accept other music and ministry-related duties that may be required
* Support the goals, vision and direction of the Music and Worship Pastor and the Elders of Immanuel
Bible Church
* Maintain functional knowledge of the music library system

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND QUALIFICATIONS
* A_noemailmitted Christian who is deepening their personal relationship with Jesus Christ
* B_noemaile a member of Immanuel Bible Church within 3 months of hiring
* BA degree in Music (preferably in instrumental music and/or conducting)
* Formal theological or Bible training and an agreement with IBC’s ‘statement of faith’ along with the
ability to defend the t_noemails of our faith
* Abilities to lead congregational worship, lead and rehearse both a choir and orchestra
* Knowledge of music theory, conducting, instrument workings/abilities, and rehearsal techniques
* Demonstrated vocal skills
* Effective interpersonal skills to establish not only collaborative working relationships, but also a
_noemailmunity of disciples and spiritual growth
* A teachable spirit with a simultaneous ability to be a leader with minimal direction
 

Qualifications:

* Comfortable leading worship via a band
* At least 3 years of conducting experience and 3 years of ministry experience
* An ability to develop, organize, mentor, and discern the abilities of instrumentalists
* Basic knowledge of the following programs: FINALE, Pro-Present5, Planning Center Online
* Basic keyboard/piano proficiency 

Position Information:

Job Title:
Director of Instrumental Music
Time Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Christian Music / Christian Musician
Salary:
60,000 -70,000
Organization Type:
Church
Denomination:
Bible Church
Worship Style:
Blended
Church Size:
1500 - 2000

Contact Information:

Organization Name:
Immanuel Bible Church
Contact Name:
Steve Mackie
Address1:
6911 Braddock Rd
Address2:
City:
Springfield
State or Province:
VA
ZIP Code:
22151
Country:
United States
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