Director of Music and Worship Arts

Kingwood UMC in Kingwood, Texas (TX), United States 77339
Location: Kingwood, Texas. a northeastern suburb of Houston, Texas
Is seeking a Full-Time Director of Music and Worship Arts

The 4,600 member Kingwood United Methodist Church (KUMC) has a dynamic and diverse music ministry. The Director of Music and Worship Arts is responsible for all aspects of the music program and will work collaboratively with the pastors, program staff, musicians and laity to structure and enhance all worship services. The Director of Music and Worship Arts will oversee a mixed chorus, women’s chorus, men’s vocal ensemble, orchestra, bell choir, and brass ensemble. A high emphasis is placed upon striving for excellence and also upon recruiting, training and supporting musicians and worship arts participants in becoming disciples of Christ.

Areas of Responsibilities:

• Design and offer deep and meaningful worship experiences created alongside pastors, staff and the laity of KUMC.
• Direct, lead and develop the Chancel Choir, Men’s Ensemble, King’s Ringers, Brass Ensemble
• Provide oversight, support and thematic alignment for all church music organizations, including Children’s Choirs, Sola Gratia Women’s Chorus, Orchestra and contemporary worship team.
• Develop and plan major worship events including Advent and Lenten special programs.
• Participate in the general pastoral care of the congregation especially for those participating in the music ministries of the church.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in music required. Master’s degree desired
• Strong organizational and relational skills
• Previous church music ministry experience is required

Salary and Benefits: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please email resume and cover letter, along with links to any video or audio recordings that may give insight into your experience and abilities no later than December 15, 2018.
Send materials to:

Dr. Craig Gilbert
Email: resume@theworshipdoctor.com

Please do not contact the church directly. Any and all correspondence or questions should go to the email address provided.