Minister of Music (Austin, TX)

Date Posted: 
October 31, 2018
Organization Name: 
The First Baptist Church of Austin, Texas
Salary Range: 
Salary is commensurate with qualifications.
Job Description: 

Position Summary

The position of Minister of Music provides the creative and foundational support of planning, development, and coordination of worship experiences at First Austin. This position serves as the content expert for liturgical, music, and worship resources. This individual reports to the Senior Pastor and works collaboratively with the Senior Pastor, ministerial staff, lay worship leaders, church musicians, administrative staff, choirs, worship committee, and church members. Primary responsibilities including planning, organizing, and directing music and worship resources to provide worship experiences throughout the liturgical year that reflect the First Austin values of diversity and intergenerational involvement in worship.

Qualifications and Skills

Master’s degree, with either the Master or Undergraduate degree in music or music education
Education at either a religious college/university or seminary is desirable, but not required
Experience as a conductor of large and small choirs accompanied by piano, organ, and/or various instrumental ensembles
Knowledge of Christian worship practices and broad ecumenical knowledge of worship philosophy
Experience serving as music minister at medium-sized or larger churches (200+ average worship attendance) for a period of at least 5 years
Mastery of vocal solo, wind or string instrument, piano, or organ is desirable, but not required
Experience in the teaching of children’s choirs, youth choirs, and handbell ensembles is desired, but not required
Organizational skills and ability to manage a budget

Duties and Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and coordinate music and liturgy for worship in collaboration with the Senior Pastor, ministerial colleagues, and lay leadership
Conduct the Sanctuary Choir and other music ensembles as needed
Supervise the teaching of children’s choirs, youth choirs, and handbell ensembles
Project and manage an annual budget for the Music Ministry
Develop long term goals for the Music Ministry
Recognize and support development of the gifts of church members and encourage participation in the Music Ministry
Assist with weddings and funerals serving as a music resource
Provide pastoral care for congregants in collaboration and conjunction with the ministerial staff
Develop and implement community outreach programs through appropriate music and other art forms and actions
Oversee the work of the music ministry volunteers, paid musicians, etc.