Lutheran Church of Our Saviour (LCOS) is seeking a part-time Accompanist to strengthen its congregational worship life through music.
Job Purpose:
The Accompanist is responsible for providing musical support for the worship services of LCOS.
Essential Functions:The Accompanist shall:
- Provide music for all regularly scheduled worship services.
- Select and provide preludes and postludes for worship services.
- Support congregational singing on keyboard instruments provided (grand piano and digital).
- Accompany the Adult Choir at one mid-week rehearsal per month and Sunday mornings.
- Accompany vocalists and instrumentalists for worship.
Other Responsibilities: The Accompanist may:
- Schedule substitute accompanist in the event of an absence.
- Play for funerals and weddings (Right of first refusal).
Qualifications:The Accompanist should:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in a music related field or equivalent work experience.
- Understand leading an assembly in corporate worship.
- Demonstrate proficiency in a variety of musical styles.
- Sight read music easily.
Core Competencies:
- Attention to detail: Consistently attends to the many small pieces which must be assembled into an organized whole; follows up on missing or out of balance items; resolves unanswered questions needed to address a problem; keeps the larger picture in mind while tending to the smallest of details.
- Ethics and Values: Honors the core values and beliefs of the organization in their choice of behaviors; consistently embodies appropriate behavioral choices in both stressful and non-stressful situations; practices the behaviors they advocate to others.
- Technical Expertise: Acquires and demonstrates the technical skills required to proficiently execute the essential functions of the job; understands which skills are lacking and seeks to develop these skills; continually works toward the mastery of technical proficiency.
- Integrity and Trust: Is seen as trustworthy by others; practices direct, honest and transparent communication; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn’t operate with hidden agendas; responds to situations with constancy and reliability.
- Team Orientation: Demonstrates interest, skill and success in team environments; promotes group goals ahead of personal agendas; steps up to offer self as a resource to other members of the team; understands and supports the importance of teamwork; shares credit for success with others, takes responsibility for their part in team failures.
- Mission Ownership: Demonstrates understanding and full support of the mission, vision, values, and beliefs of the congregation; consistently behaves in a manner congruent with the mission, vision, values, and beliefs.
Compensation and Hours:
$11,700 to $15,600, depending on experience and education
Part-Time
Interested individuals can send a cover letter and resume to:
Pastor Becca Ajer Frantz
[email protected]
804-276-4271
Job Type: Contract
Pay: From $11,700.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
