Assistant Organist/Fellow in Church Music (Bronxville, NY)

The Reformed Church of Bronxville (RCB) located in Bronxville, NY is seeking an Assistant Organist/Fellow in Church Music to begin in August 2021 or a mutually agreed upon date. This is a full-time position. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. This position is ideal for someone just completing a university degree and looking for one to two years' experience in a large parish. Position is eligible to participate in the RCB benefit programs. The successful candidate will be gifted organist and a hard-working, dedicated professional who reports to the Director of Music & Liturgy. 

RCB is a family of faith, a home for all, at the heart of the community. We strive to create a community of extraordinary love with Jesus at the center. RCB is a thriving suburban parish of 500+ families. The Music Department has 4 children and youth choirs, 3 youth handbell choirs, Chancel Choir, Adult Handbells, and a thriving concert series. The 1957 Schantz organ is currently being restored and renovated by Austin Organs Inc. and is expected to be completed by Christmas 2021 (more information here - https://www.austinorgans.com/Op2804.html. Additionally, the church has a Steinway D, Steinway B, 2 Steinway Ms and 2 full sets of handbells, and a set of Tower Bells. The Assistant Organist/Fellow would join a vibrant and collaborative staff of colleagues.  

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in church music or organ 

Personal and Professional Characteristics:  

• Professionalism 

• Accomplished organist  

• Some conducting skills or willingness to learn 

• Experience with children’s choirs preferred  

• Team Player  

• Adaptable and flexible to different situations 

• Excellent communication skills  

• Leadership skills and creative thinker 

Job Responsibilities:  

• Play assigned portions of 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship services each week  

• Assist in conducting Chancel Choir in worship as needed  

• Primary accompanist for Chancel Choir 

• Lead sectionals as needed for Chancel Choir 

• Provide music for 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. worship services in the absence of the Director of Music 

• Assist with funerals and weddings as needed 

• Maintain weekly organ practice  

• Participate in staff meetings  

• Assist in worship planning/music selection with DoM 

• Manage choral library 

• Direct or co-direct Adult Handbell Choir  

• Direct or co-direct Children and Youth Choirs 

• Administrative duties as assigned 

• Any other business-related tasks   

Interested applicants should provide: 

• Cover Letter 

• Current Resume  

• Links or files to two recordings, including, if possible, a choral or hymn accompaniment 

Video recordings are preferred, if possible, but not mandatory.  

Please send all application materials by May 31, 2021 to: