Job Description

Foothills United Methodist Church

Rescue , California 95672

Part Time , On-Site

Position: Choir Director

Employee Classification: Part time, non-exempt, at will employee

Hours: 8 hours per week (10 months per year)

Pay-range: 

Supervisor: Pastor

Primary Function:

Provide choral direction and organizational leadership for Foothills UMC Choir with collaboration and guidance from the church Music Director.

General Responsibilities:

1.    Selects choral anthems in consultation with Music Director and Pastor, appropriate to specific worship services, seasons, and themes several weeks in advance.

2.    Coordinates and leads choir rehearsals, at least twice weekly, during choir season.

3.    Provides organizational and technical direction to musicians accompanying choir.

4.    Previews and orders new music as appropriate within parameters of established budget.

5.    Keeps an organized and current inventory of church-owned choir music.

6.    Informs choir of worship and rehearsal schedules, and other relevant information.

7.    Makes a consistent effort to welcome and encourage new participation in the choir.

General Qualifications:

1. Ability to foster and maintain a collaborative work ethic
2. Good interpersonal skills, able to relate well to diverse personalities
3. Adaptability in working with people with a wide range of musical backgrounds
4. Self-initiation with proven experience constructively leading and motivating others
5. Efficient utilization resources to meet necessary goals
6. Ability to communicate clearly, consistently and proactively

Specific Qualifications:

1.              Previous experience in choral conducting.

2.              Ability to sight-read music.

3.              Ability to arrange music.

4.              Personal training/experience as a vocalist.

5.              Degree in music or choral conducting. (preferred)

Resumes can be submitted to Lisa Deklinski via e-mail to office@foothillsumc.net.

Organization: Foothills United Methodist Church

Contact: Lisa Deklinski

Phone: 5306774910

Closing Date: 03/01/2026

Job Tags

Part time, Work at office,

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