Knox, Georgetown is a small-town church seeking a Director of Music who would be responsible for providing music for Sunday morning services.  Knox is a small-town congregation which is very active within the community.  

Requirements of the Position. 

The Director will:

•          Lead a small enthusiastic SATB choir in a weekly Thursday evening rehearsal (7:00-8:00 p.m.), Sunday morning pre-service warm-up at 10:30 a.m. and Service following at 11:00 a.m. 
•          Play the 2 manual Keates pipe organ and the Heintzman grand piano as required.  (Both instruments are well-maintained at this time.)
•          Be responsible for music for Special services like Christmas, Easter etc.
•          Ensure music is provided for weddings and funerals (if services are required, compensation is arranged and paid separately).
•          Oversee the music library.
•          Coordinate with congregational Choir representative and Finance & Maintenance Committee members to ensure that the church instruments are well-maintained. 

 

Qualifications Required

•          Ability to lead a small group of choristers.
•          Proficiency in playing a pipe organ.
•          Ability to play the piano when required.

 

Compensation

•          Commensurate with the RCCO scale, based on an estimated 6-8 hours/week, including rehearsals, Sunday worship, music selection, focused practice time

o   Paid monthly

•          Includes 5 paid vacation/professional development Sundays per year
•          Professional development support can be negotiated

Start date will be as soon as possible.  

Please send your resume and covering letter along with 3 references. to Bill Lawrence at billandcarol.lawrence@sympatico.ca. 

The church website is at www.knoxgeorgetown.com 

Kox Presbyterian Church 116 Main St. S., Georgetown, Ontario L7G 3E6.

Please note that a standard police check will be required.

Applications will be received until the position is filled and all will be acknowledged.