Director of Traditional Worship

Collierville UMC is seeking a Director of Traditional Worship.

The Director of Traditional Worship provides leadership for worship services at the Sanctuary on the Square and Poplar Sanctuary at Collierville UMC. They work to engage the congregation and encourage each person in their relationship with Jesus Christ. This person deals with a diverse group of members and guests as well as a number of volunteers and contract musicians. This person is a skilled musician, values teamwork, is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence, and most importantly, is a committed disciple of Jesus Christ.

Essential Functions

1. Plan worship for the 8:30am Sanctuary on the Square service and the 11:00am Poplar Sanctuary service in collaboration with pastors and other worship staff.

2. Coordinate the design and implementation of all elements of worship including: a. Music & Liturgy b. Thematic Design. Service Orderd. Visual Media & Lighting

3. Work with the worship staff to plan and execute special (non-Sunday) services throughout the year such as Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Collierville Christmas Concert, and Christmas Eve.

4. Provide spiritual and musical leadership for the adult choirs - Chancel Choir (Poplar Sanctuary) and Sanctuary Choir (Sanctuary on the Square) and strive for excellence in Sunday morning worship and rehearsals.

5. Coordinate and schedule the music leadership and all musical offerings shared in traditional worship services.

6. Provide opportunities for children (Kinder-5th Grade) and youth (6th-12th Grade) to grow in their faith through music and other arts.

7. Serve as staff liaison for the Worship Chair, Poplar Sanctuary Coordinator, and Sanctuary on the Square Coordinator to ensure the highest level of excellence in worship.

8. Oversee the purchase and maintenance of all musical instruments, literature, supplies and other materials used in support of the music ministry.

9. Serve as staff liaison to the Chamber Music Series, working directly with its volunteer leader to set dates, review policies and approve communications.

10. Administer the annual music and worship budget.