POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN THE CHARLESTON AREA
BEAUFORT, SC: ST. PETER'S CATHOLIC CHURCH
St. Peter’s is a thriving parish located on the coast in beautiful Beaufort, SC. We are seeking to form intentional disciples, set hearts on fire with love for Christ, led by beautiful worship around the altar. The parish has an immediate need to hire a Director of Music who will help our congregation experience the beauty and joy of heaven through sacred music.
The Director of Music has a pivotal role in the musical life of the church. This individual is a strong team player, expert organist and responsible staff member. Expectation of attendance is for weekend Masses (currently 5 Masses), rehearsals with choir, and other Holy Day services, including (but not limited to) Christmas and Easter as well as the school Masses. The candidate will provide organ music and choir leadership for scheduled Masses to include funeral and marriages. St. Peter’s uses an A.E. Schlueter Pipe Organ Company designed pipe organ with a Rodgers Infinity Series Model 484 MV four-manual organ console.
St. Peter’s is a thriving parish located on the coast in beautiful Beaufort, SC. We are seeking to form intentional disciples, set hearts on fire with love for Christ, led by beautiful worship around the altar. The parish has an immediate need to hire a Director of Music who will help our congregation experience the beauty and joy of heaven through sacred music.
The Director of Music has a pivotal role in the musical life of the church. This individual is a strong team player, expert organist and responsible staff member. Expectation of attendance is for weekend Masses (currently 5 Masses), rehearsals with choir, and other Holy Day services, including (but not limited to) Christmas and Easter as well as the school Masses. The candidate will provide organ music and choir leadership for scheduled Masses to include funeral and marriages. St. Peter’s uses an A.E. Schlueter Pipe Organ Company designed pipe organ with a Rodgers Infinity Series Model 484 MV four-manual organ console.
- Bachelor’s degree in music, Master’s degree preferred
- Practicing Catholic preferred.
- Facilitate congregational singing and worship through the excellent execution of hymns
- Ability to mentor volunteer talent to include cantors of all ages and stages of development
- Maintain an accurate account of organ needs and maintenance and the music ministry/liturgy budget.
- Successfully complete the Diocese of Charleston application process before hire. This includes criminal background check and Safe Environment Training
- Bilingual - English/ Spanish - is desired but not required
- Ability to provide other limited music services at an affiliated Historic Church as well as a mission church
- Must have reliable personal transportation
- This is a full-time position.
ORANGEBURG, SC: FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCUSA)
The congregation of First Presbyterian Church in Orangeburg, SC (650 Summers Ave) is seeking a Di-rector of Music to provide Christian leadership for the entire music ministry, working directly with the Senior Minister and serving under the direction of the Personnel Committee and the Church Session. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of a Bachelor of Music in Choral Music, Voice, Organ/Piano, Music Education, or Performance. For a PDF outlining the full job description, click here. (Posted 9/26/19)
The congregation of First Presbyterian Church in Orangeburg, SC (650 Summers Ave) is seeking a Di-rector of Music to provide Christian leadership for the entire music ministry, working directly with the Senior Minister and serving under the direction of the Personnel Committee and the Church Session. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of a Bachelor of Music in Choral Music, Voice, Organ/Piano, Music Education, or Performance. For a PDF outlining the full job description, click here. (Posted 9/26/19)
HARTSVILLE, SC: ST. BARTHOLOMEW'S CHURCH
St. Bartholomew’s Church, 103 Campus Drive, Hartsville, SC 29550 is looking for an organist. Duties include Sunday services, choir rehearsals, and any special services during the year. Vacation and continuing education included. The organ is a Casavant II/31, Opus 3659, built for us in 1988. Salary is $180 per week plus $100 for special services. The organist reports to the Choir Director and the Rector. Send your resume to St. Bartholomew’s at the address above or via email: stbartchurch@gmail.com. Questions: (843) 332-8765 (Posted 7/16/19)
St. Bartholomew’s Church, 103 Campus Drive, Hartsville, SC 29550 is looking for an organist. Duties include Sunday services, choir rehearsals, and any special services during the year. Vacation and continuing education included. The organ is a Casavant II/31, Opus 3659, built for us in 1988. Salary is $180 per week plus $100 for special services. The organist reports to the Choir Director and the Rector. Send your resume to St. Bartholomew’s at the address above or via email: stbartchurch@gmail.com. Questions: (843) 332-8765 (Posted 7/16/19)
ORANGEBURG, SC: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
First Baptist Church of Orangeburg is seeking a part-time organist to provide service music for Sunday worship, as well as special occasions throughout the year. Regular duties include accompanying Wednesday night choir rehearsal (7:00 pm) and playing for Sunday worship services (11:00 am). The organ is a Möller, 3 manuals, 31 ranks from the original installation. The pedalboard is AGO standard. The organ was installed in 1968 and rebuilt by Schlueter Pipe Organ Company in 2007, with additional Walker digital stops added. Résumés may be sent to First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 637, Orangeburg, South Carolina, 29116 or emailed to jane@fbcorangeburg.org. (Posted 6/20/19)
First Baptist Church of Orangeburg is seeking a part-time organist to provide service music for Sunday worship, as well as special occasions throughout the year. Regular duties include accompanying Wednesday night choir rehearsal (7:00 pm) and playing for Sunday worship services (11:00 am). The organ is a Möller, 3 manuals, 31 ranks from the original installation. The pedalboard is AGO standard. The organ was installed in 1968 and rebuilt by Schlueter Pipe Organ Company in 2007, with additional Walker digital stops added. Résumés may be sent to First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 637, Orangeburg, South Carolina, 29116 or emailed to jane@fbcorangeburg.org. (Posted 6/20/19)
SAINT MATTHEWS, SC: ST. PAUL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
St. Paul UMC, 1808 Bridge St, Saint Matthews, SC 29135 is seeking an organist/choir director. The job requirements include choir practice at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings (or another time during the week) and one worship service on Sunday from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Some additional services throughout the year (Christmas Eve, funerals, etc.) may also be requested. The instrument is a 1937 Möller Pipe Organ.
Please call (803) 874-2166 or email at stpaulsmumc@gmail.com for more details.
Pastor: Rev. Sara Relaford. Church Secretary: Lori Worsencroft.
Church Website: www.stpaulsmumc.com. (Posted 5/28/19)
St. Paul UMC, 1808 Bridge St, Saint Matthews, SC 29135 is seeking an organist/choir director. The job requirements include choir practice at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings (or another time during the week) and one worship service on Sunday from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Some additional services throughout the year (Christmas Eve, funerals, etc.) may also be requested. The instrument is a 1937 Möller Pipe Organ.
Please call (803) 874-2166 or email at stpaulsmumc@gmail.com for more details.
Pastor: Rev. Sara Relaford. Church Secretary: Lori Worsencroft.
Church Website: www.stpaulsmumc.com. (Posted 5/28/19)
GOOSE CREEK: ST. TIMOTHY LUTHERAN CHURCH (NALC)
St. Timothy seeks a part-time organist to play their 37-stop, 2-manual Alen Quantum Q265D (2012). The ideal candidate
or write: Music Ministry, St. Timothy Lutheran Church, PO Box 807, Goose Creek, SC 29445. (Posted 5/29/19)
St. Timothy seeks a part-time organist to play their 37-stop, 2-manual Alen Quantum Q265D (2012). The ideal candidate
- has experience playing a traditional liturgical service and accompanying a chancel choir;
- views organ skills as a service to God and as a vital part of worship leadership;
- is open to and reliant on following God's Spirit in a team environment.
or write: Music Ministry, St. Timothy Lutheran Church, PO Box 807, Goose Creek, SC 29445. (Posted 5/29/19)
LEXINGTON, SC: SAXE GOTHA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church of Lexington, SC is seeking applications to fill the part time position of Organist/Music Associate. SGPC is a thriving ECO non-liturgical congregation in the heart of Lexington, SC, with an engaging music and arts ministry. Responsibilities include providing organ accompaniment for two traditional worship services, accompanying weekly adult and youth choir rehearsals, directing the handbell ensemble, and playing for funerals and weddings. The organist will serve on a team that includes the Director of Music and Arts, several audio/visual specialists and a staff pianist. Qualified candidates will possess at least an undergraduate degree in music and/or appropriate experience in a traditional worship setting. This position has the possibility for expanding for the right candidate to complete administrative tasks for the worship and arts ministry. This position can range from 10 to 30 hours a week with a salary based on education, experience, and hours worked. The organ is a 3-manual Allen Renaissance (1997). All interested candidates should contact Director of Music and Arts, Hal McIntosh at hmcintosh@saxegotha.org or 803-359-7770, extension 13. (Posted 2/18/19)
Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church of Lexington, SC is seeking applications to fill the part time position of Organist/Music Associate. SGPC is a thriving ECO non-liturgical congregation in the heart of Lexington, SC, with an engaging music and arts ministry. Responsibilities include providing organ accompaniment for two traditional worship services, accompanying weekly adult and youth choir rehearsals, directing the handbell ensemble, and playing for funerals and weddings. The organist will serve on a team that includes the Director of Music and Arts, several audio/visual specialists and a staff pianist. Qualified candidates will possess at least an undergraduate degree in music and/or appropriate experience in a traditional worship setting. This position has the possibility for expanding for the right candidate to complete administrative tasks for the worship and arts ministry. This position can range from 10 to 30 hours a week with a salary based on education, experience, and hours worked. The organ is a 3-manual Allen Renaissance (1997). All interested candidates should contact Director of Music and Arts, Hal McIntosh at hmcintosh@saxegotha.org or 803-359-7770, extension 13. (Posted 2/18/19)
CHARLESTON: MARTIN LUTHER LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)
Martin Luther Lutheran Church is seeking a part-time Music Director to lead our music on Sunday morning and for other services. We need someone who plays organ and piano, can direct our choir, and can start a handbell choir. Directing a children’s choir could be a possibility as we are slowly gaining children.
Mission Statement: “We are a caring people of God, brought together by grace and nourished by the Word. Led by the Spirit we are sent out in service to share God’s love.”
Profile:
Martin Luther Lutheran Church is seeking a part-time Music Director to lead our music on Sunday morning and for other services. We need someone who plays organ and piano, can direct our choir, and can start a handbell choir. Directing a children’s choir could be a possibility as we are slowly gaining children.
Mission Statement: “We are a caring people of God, brought together by grace and nourished by the Word. Led by the Spirit we are sent out in service to share God’s love.”
Profile:
- One service: 9:00a.m., and weekly Adult Choir rehearsal
- Other services as needed (Christmas Eve, Advent and Lenten Wednesday evenings, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, funerals and weddings as needed)
- An organ and a grand piano are in the sanctuary. Pianos in the choir room and fellowship hall.
