Job Openings

St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Sullivan, MO is seeking a part-time organist or organist/choir master to begin leading us in music at our Sunday Liturgy as soon as possible. At present, responsibilities include hymn and liturgical accompaniment for the Sunday 11 AM Mass and also the Holy Days of Obligation Masses (always at 7 PM). If interested in being choirmaster as well, be advised the all-volunteer choir will need your help to become better vocalists. They rehearse an hour before Sunday Liturgy, but also on Tuesday evenings at 7 PM. Additional hours can be expected during Holy Week and Easter. Possible wedding and funeral work as well, and occasional mid-week services as available. The Pastor, an amateur Bach scholar, loves good music and is willing to pay for it. Remuneration to be discussed. For questions or to apply please call Pastor Fr. Noah Waldman directly at (636) 688-0900. Expires 8/19/2024

St. John’s United Church of Christ of Smithton, IL is seeking a part-time Music Director for 10-15 hours per week. The Music Director will select, play and lead music for worship services. They will collaborate with the worship committee and pastor, and also establish opportunities for other music-related activities within the church. St. John’s has a new Boston upright piano and new Rogers Imagine 235 Digital Organ, as well as 3 octaves of Suzuki hand chimes and an established chancel choir. Organ and piano experience are required, and vocal experience is preferred. To apply or for additional information, contact the church at sjohnsucc@att.net. Expires 7/30/24

Third Baptist Church, St. Louis is seeking application for a Tenor section leader. Vacancy opens January 1, 2024. Third Baptist boasts a remarkably eclectic repertoire in its worship, from Vaughan Williams to Hank Williams, and is led by three of St. Louis’s leading musicians. The choir has resumed in-person services, masked, and all singers must be fully vaccinated. Contact the Director of Music for information about this paid position, its responsibilities and expectations: pbarnes@third-baptist.org. (Position still open as of 4/11/2022)

Eldon United Methodist Church, Eldon, MO, is seeking organist or pianist to accompany our Sunday 10 am worship service. Pay will be commensurate with experience. Please contact pastoramanda@eldonumc.org for more information or to apply. Eldon is 30 miles southwest of Jefferson City. Expires: 5/3/2024

Trinity Presbyterian Church is seeking a Director of Music. The Director of Music is responsible for the supervision, development, and direction of all music ministries at Trinity. The Director of Music is also responsible for accompanying choral and corporate singing on piano, and if possible, organ on Sunday mornings during our 10 a.m. worship service and any additional special services. The Director will strive to support the overall mission of the congregation by fostering a sense of community that promotes the fellowship and spiritual growth of our members. As a congregation, music is central to our life and worship. Music and Worship consists of traditional hymns and anthems, additionally we value a wide range of musical styles. The choir consists of volunteer members of the church as well as 4 paid section leaders. We have a Casavant organ with 3-manuals and 47 ranks, 4 octaves of handbells, aBaldwin baby grand piano in the sanctuary, and other pianos located in the Chapel and music room.Weekly Time Commitment & Compensation:● Part-time salaried position with an average of 20 hours a week; more during Advent and Lenten seasons● Vacation: 2 weeks paid vacation,1 week paid continuing education, annually● Salary: $26,000 – $30,000Qualifications:○ Experience…

Friedens United Church of Christ in Marissa, IL is seeking a part-time organist.  Duties include playing organ on Sundays for our 10am worship services as well as Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, mid-week Lenten services, and our Pre-Lenten breakfast.  Services normally consists of a prelude, 2-3 hymns, some short-sung responses, and a postlude. Position includes 4 paid Sundays off (except for Easter) for vacation time.  To apply or for more information please contact Rev. Brett Palmer at marissafriedens@gmail.com or call the church office at 618-295-2004. Position is still open as of 2/12/ 2024

New Baden (IL) Zion UCC is seeking a part time musician to fill several different roles. The person who fills this position will play at weekly Sunday services, along with various special services such as Ash Wednesday, weekly Lent services, Ecumenical Thanksgiving, etc. Additional possible responsibilities include selecting weekly service music and hymns, directing an adult choir, coordinating special vocal and/or instrumental music, and serving on the worship team. Keyboard skills and church choral experience as a singer or director are preferred. To apply or for additional information, please contact council president Rodney Washburn at rodneywashburn1@gmail.com Position is still open as of Feb 12, 2024

First Presbyterian Church in Alton is seeing a part-time organist to provide professional leadership for our ministry of music. The organist will support our church’s music ministry consistent with our mission and vision statements, theology, and worship practices. We value a standard of music excellence that connects with our community and attracts people to the church. Job Highlights Skills and qualifications Responsibilities Contact Vickie Oberlink 618-791-2565 or email First Presbyterian Church of Alton at firstpres1831@gmail.com Expires 4/2/2024

The Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion, University City, MO is seeking an Organist. Necessary Skills Additional Duties Essential Understanding At the discretion of the Rector and under supervision of the Director of Music, you will be involved as a pastor, as an educator and as the principal keyboard accompanist of the Parish. Time and Payment •12-month part-time agreement•Compensation based on experience; salary based on a 10-hour work week. (Inclusive of all extra rehearsals and services. Also inclusive of the summer season when the Choir does not rehearse.)•Vacation, substitutes, and other considerations are negotiable. To Apply:Please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references to Mary Chapman, Director of Music at mchapman@holycommunion.net and copy office@holycommunion.net Expires 10/31/2023

St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, O’Fallon IL is seeking to find a part-time organist or organist/choir master to begin leading us in music as soon as possible. At present responsibilities include hymn and liturgical accompaniment for up to two hours per week (including warm-up) and an additional hour per week if choir practice involved. A brief monthly planning meeting with parish clergy and minimal time with the parish administrator for bulletin information is expected. Additional hours can be expected around Christmas, during Holy Week and Easter. Possible wedding and funeral work as well, and occasional mid-week services as available. Remuneration to be discussed. For questions or to apply please call Fr. Gregory Wilde at the church office (618-632-6168). Position still open as of Feb 13, 2024