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POSITION DESCRIPTION TITLE: SHIFT MUSICAL DIRECTORDEPARTMENT: WORSHIPFLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPTREPORTS TO: MUSICAL DIRECTORIMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: FINAL APPROVAL: DATE: SUMMARY: The Shift Musical Director is the bandleader, arranger, recruiter, trainer, and musical counterpart to the Shift Worship Ministry of CRCC. The Shift Musical Director is responsible for helping to build a ministry that attracts musicians, creates transformative environments, and produces passionate followers of Jesus Christ through the medium of music and the creative arts. The position reports to the Worship Director.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned by the Musical Director or his designee.Basic Responsibilities: Timely and effective communication to band members and singers.Conduct weekly practice for singersDevelop priorities and assign task to singersTrain and develop students to lead worshipAssist in the planning and implementation of worship services.Arranging songs, writing charts, some programming, and musical direction in live worship settings.Serve as member of Creative Team to plan, develop, and execute weekly production.Assist in the care of the CRCC worship community.Page 1 of 4Learn and understand traditional and emerging worship styles that are conducive for the culture of CRCC and ShiftCollaborate with Communications/Technical Team to enhance worship experiences across all services and environments.Major Tasks: Contribute to song selections and arrangements.Oversee all rehearsals.Assist Musical Director in development and management of teams.Empower others to lead in their areas of strength.NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES: As assigned by Musical Director or his designee.QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with the highest integrity. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Strong musical and vocal skillsKeyboard proficiency requiredProficiency in Music Production software required (Ableton LIVE, ProTools, LogicPro, etc).Effective leadership and Team building abilities.Highly relational and encouraging to others.Excellent public communication and leading skills.Multi-generational exposure to songs of the church – past, present, and future.Ability to embrace and adhere to Mission and Core Values of CRCC.Flexibility and creative thinking, in a rapidly growing church environment.Passion for seeing transformation in the lives of musicians and the people of CRCC.Demonstrated sound organizational, coordinating, and personal interface skills.Proven job reliability, diligence, and dedication.Must be flexible with working nights, weekends, special events and holidays.Education and/or Experience: We desire expertise in music and the management of musical bands. A minimum 3 – 5 years’ experience as a music leader. The skills preferred for this position include a wide knowledge worship music style.Communication/Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents and correspondence. Ability to write reports, correspondence, and procedures. Ability to effectively present information and respond.Page 2 of 4Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform detailed work with data and to make numerical computations in support of the business of the church.Reasoning and Analysis Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None.INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Build Relationship: Ability to relate to people in an open, friendly, accepting manner; will show sincere interest in others and their concerns; capable of initiating and developing relationships with others as a key priority as part of their ministry.Collaborative Relationships: Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with team members, internal partners, and external parties. Knows how to seek and encourage teamwork and collaboration. Can work effectively with people outside formal authority to accomplish goals seeking win-win alternatives. Shares spiritual growth with others to reach bestChrist-like solution. Can represent ministry interests while being fair to other groups. Has the ability to recognize when relationships are unproductive and take action to improve them.Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to work under pressure and ability to make decisions according to established guidelines. Computer literacy in word. Must be competent in the use ofMicrosoft Word, Outlook, and Planning Center.Ministry: Must demonstrate the ability to listen effectively and to communicate clearly, both orally and in written form.RELATIONAL SERVICE: Work with staff, congregants and vendors who inquire in a positive, friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable manner, remembering God as their primary focus. RepresentsCRCC professionally at every contact with staff, congregants, and vendors.ATTENDANCE: Must be able to report to work consistently. Must be able to maintain an attendance record in compliance with CRCC policies and procedures.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand and walk. The employee must lift and/or move items. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of thisPage 3 of 4job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is primarily inside which includes a typical climate- controlled Church environment and the noise in both environments is usually moderate.SAFETY: Requires passing appropriate background checks. Uses problem-solving skills to perform job functions in a safe manner.EMPLOYEE RECEIPT OF POSITION DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job/ministry. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. I understandI may be required to follow other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by the Senior Pastor.Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and abilities. To perform this job in a satisfactory manner, I must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.I understand this position description is not a legal document and does not create an employee contract implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship. I understand thatI should consult my supervisor (Senior Pastor) or his designee regarding any questions I may have regarding the position description.Since the duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and competencies described here are necessarily subject to change, I acknowledge that revisions to the position description may occur.All such changes will be communicated, and I understand that revised information may supersede, modify, or eliminate existing statements in the position description document.I received the position description, and I understand that it is my responsibility to read, understand, and be able to perform the work described herein and revisions made to it.EMPLOYEE’S NAME (Printed) ___________________________________SIGNATURE: ____________________________________TITLE OF POSITION DESCRIPTION: Shift Musical DirectorDATE: ____________________Page 4 of 4Job Type: Part-timePay: $30.00 – $35.00 per hourSchedule:Night shiftWeekend availabilityEducation:High school or equivalent (Preferred)Experience:Musical Leader: 3 years (Preferred)Work Location: One location |
