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Church Music Director Job
First Unitarian Universalist Church of New Orleans (FUUNO) seeks a part time Music Director for 10 hours per week to begin in August. The Music Director is responsible for the musical ministry of the church, including leading or arranging for music at the Sunday morning services, directing the church choir, providing piano or other instrumental accompaniment for congregational and choir singing, working with guest musicians as needed, and working collaboratively with the worship team.
FUUNO is a liberal religious community committed to social justice and spiritual exploration. As a currently a lay led congregation, on Sundays we invite guest speakers, UU ministers, other religions professionals, church members, and social justice leaders to the pulpit to share their wisdom and insight. We celebrate spiritual diversity and welcome people of all genders and sexualities. We strive for radical inclusivity and to create space that honors marginalized identities, backgrounds, and experiences. As a faith we value love, equity, transformation, pluralism, generosity, justice, and interdependence.
Qualifications
Must be a skilled musician, demonstrating proficiency in choral directing and piano playing, which are essential for both accompaniment and directorial responsibilities.
Possess a solid understanding of diverse musical styles and resources and the ability to select music suitable for Unitarian Universalist worship.
Demonstrate strong organizational and planning skills to promote constructive collaboration with staff and volunteers.
Have excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, to effectively work with church staff, volunteers, and congregants.
Support Unitarian Universalist values, principles, and culture.
Compensation
The Music Director/Accompanist is a full-year, part-time salaried position averaging 10 hours per week. The annual salary shall be $10,000, payable bi-monthly.
For questions or more information, contact us at personnel@firstuuno.org. To apply, simply email us a cover letter and resume.
To Apply
For questions or more information, contact us at personnel@firstuuno.org. To apply, simply email us a cover letter and resume.