Organist/Pianist at St John UCC
Employer: St John UCC
Address:
409 Park Ave SE Bolivar, OH 44612
Contact: Joclyn Kocher ( - 3305753458 )
Job Title: Organist/Pianist
Requirements for Employment:
RESPONSIBILITIES
-The employee is expected at all worship services as well as other special services throughout the year. These include, but are not limited to Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Christmas Eve.
-Rehearse with choir or soloist as needed.
-Notify Consistory of any repairs needed.
-Notify Consistory of any absence as early as possible.
-Work with the Pastor to coordinate worship services and special programs with the understanding that the Pastor is the final decision maker.
- Be prepared and proficient with the weekly music.
Job Description:
Church Organist/Pianist Job Description
St John UCC Bolivar is looking for a music enthusiast, who wants to share their gift of music with the congregation. Person can play either or both. Service is held on Sunday at 10:30am. Generally there are three hymns, along with a prelude and postlude. St John UCC is a small church, with a lovely congregation of caring people.
-Compensation is negotiable but generally $75 a Sunday
-Receive additional remuneration from weddings and funerals as negotiated between the parties involved or by Consistory guidelines.
-The pay schedule is twice a month, 15th and last day of the month.
-There are 4 paid vacation Sundays per calendar year, not to be carried over into the next calendar year. No paid sick leave or holidays.
-The employment of the organist/pianist is "at will" of the employer and employee.
-The employee is required to present a written notice to the Consistory a minimum of 14 days prior to resignation.
-The employer will provide 14 days notice by the Consistory in the even of involuntary termination.
QUALIFICATIONS
-Be familiar with and competent in play the church organ that is in place in the church.
-Be able to play hymns for worship as well as any special music.
-Be able to accompany the choir or soloists as needed.
Application Process:
Send serious inquires/resume via email to stjohnsect@aol.com
Rate of pay and hours per week: $75 per Sunday (can negotiate) 3 hours per week.
Approximate start date: 9/9/2024
Approximate end date: 12/31/2026
Number of positions available: 1
Students in the following areas of study should apply:
Bible, Theology, Ministry, Music