Church Organist (North Haven, CT)
NORTH HAVEN CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
Professional Staff Position
About Us: The North Haven Congregational Church is seeking an Organist for the church’s worship services. The organ is a well-maintained Wicks Chancel pipe organ with two manuals and ten ranks (Opus 2175). The Organist will work with the Music Director to support a music program which complements and enhances the church through weekly and occasional special services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Organist has the responsibility to provide music for the following:
· 48 Sunday morning services (9:30am), including Easter (+/- 37 with Choir warm-up)
· 21 Choir rehearsals (approx. two per month, scheduled in advance with friendly Music Director)
· Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday and Christmas Eve services
· Community Ecumenical Service or Wider Church Event if held at NHCC
and is expected to:
· Communicate regularly with the Music Director
· Attend monthly Staff meetings for Worship Planning as needed
· Consult with and make recommendations to the Music Mission Team and Music Director with regard to the operation and maintenance of the organ and other instruments.
· Estimated average time commitment at church of 4 - 4.5 hours per week. Options:
- The Organist may also practice for services on the church organ in consultation with the Music Director, Office Manager and Pastor.
- The Organist has the option of first refusal to provide the music for weddings and funerals which would provide additional compensation
- Has the option to provide organ/piano lessons in the building following Safe Conduct Policy.
Requirements:
- Knowledge of sacred music, hymnody, and Christian traditions
- Ability and willingness to perform a variety of music (including traditional, classical, contemporary, gospel, folk etc.)
- Flexibility between pipe organ and piano/keyboard is desirable.
- Ability to work collaboratively with adults and children/youth who have wide ranges of musical abilities.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $1,078.00 - $1,290.00 per month
COVID-19 considerations:
Common Surfaces Disinfected Regularly
Masks currently optional
Ability to commute/relocate:
- North Haven, CT 06473: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Experience in church music