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
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Bachelor’s degree in church music or organ
Personal and Professional Characteristics:
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Professionalism
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Accomplished organist
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Some conducting skills or willingness to learn
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Experience with children’s choirs preferred
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Team Player
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Adaptable and flexible to different situations
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Excellent communication skills
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Leadership skills and creative thinker
Job Responsibilities:
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Play assigned portions of 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship services each week
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Assist in conducting Chancel Choir in worship as needed
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Primary accompanist for Chancel Choir
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Lead sectionals as needed for Chancel Choir
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Provide music for 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. worship services in the absence of the Director of Music
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Assist with funerals and weddings as needed
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Maintain weekly organ practice
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Participate in staff meetings
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Assist in worship planning/music selection with DoM
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Manage choral library
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Direct or co-direct Adult Handbell Choir
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Direct or co-direct Children and Youth Choirs
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Administrative duties as assigned
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Any other business-related tasks
Interested applicants should provide:
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Cover Letter
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Current Resume
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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:
Caitlin Dowling, Director of Music & Liturgy
cdowling@reformedchurch.org
Finalists will be brought to Bronxville, NY for an interview and audition.