Job Description

Director of Music Job Description

Position Title: Director of Music

Reports To: Pastor

Church: Campus Drive United Methodist Church (Fort Worth, TX)

Position Type: Part-Time (12–15 hours per week)

Salary: Commensurate of experience

Position Summary:

The Director of Music will lead the music ministry of Campus Drive United Methodist Church, a historically African-American congregation in an urban setting. This Spirit-led leader will oversee all musical aspects of worship, coordinating instrumental and vocal music that reflects our cultural heritage, honors our Methodist tradition, and connects with the heart of the congregation. The Director of Music will use music to inspire worship, cultivate community, and glorify God.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide musical leadership for all worship services, including Sunday mornings, funerals, and seasonal celebrations (e.g., Advent, Lent, Black History Month).
Play and/or direct all instruments used in worship (keyboard, organ, drums, bass, etc.).
Select, arrange, and lead music that blends gospel, traditional hymns, and contemporary styles.
Direct weekly rehearsals for choir(s), praise teams, and musicians.
Collaborate with the pastor in worship planning to ensure alignment between music and message.
Recruit, mentor, and train volunteer singers and musicians from all age groups.
Oversee the care and maintenance of church musical instruments and sound equipment.
Encourage youth and intergenerational participation in the music ministry.
Attend staff meetings and provide updates on the music ministry as needed.
And other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Proficiency in multiple instruments, especially keyboard/piano and organ.
Strong knowledge and experience with gospel and African-American worship traditions.
Demonstrated ability to lead choirs and ensembles in a church setting.
Ability to read music and teach vocal/instrumental parts.
Spiritually mature, reliable, and open to collaboration.
Committed to the mission and ministry of Campus Drive UMC.

Work Schedule:

This part-time position typically includes:
- 1–2 weekly rehearsals
- Sunday worship service(s)
- Special services and occasional meetings

How to Apply

To Apply:
Please submit a resume and a brief statement of faith and musical experience to:
pastorcampusdrive@gmail.com
Contact Email: pastorcampusdrive@gmail.com
Contact Phone: 8178968405

View More Jobs

Employment Opportunity