Choir Director
DATE: May 20, 2022
CONTACT: Pam Grove, ------------
Job Title: Interim Choir Director
Level: Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Worship Director
Conditions: Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt,
Approximate Hours per Month: 40
Duties & Responsibilities: (See Attached Job Description)
Beginning: September 1, 2022
Projected End Date: December 24, 2022 (subject to Choir Director�s return)
REQUIREMENTS:
� A profession of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord
� Acceptance of attached Job Description
� Commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of FCC Oakland
� Adherence to the FCC Leadership Covenant and Staff Code of Conduct
� Supporting the ministry priorities of the Evangelical Covenant Church (------------) and the Pacific Southwest Conference (------------)
DESIRED SKILLS/EDUCATION:
� Experience or education in multi-cultural worship leadership, vocal performance, music theory, music performance, and/or music education
� Ability to select and lead classical, contemporary, and gospel styles of choral music
� Strong leadership skills
� Strong people and communication skills
FIRST COVENANT CHURCH OAKLAND
Job Description, Musician/Vocalist
Part-Time, Interim Choir Director
Founded over 130 years ago, First Covenant Church of Oakland (FCC) is a multi�ethnic, multi-generational church in the Evangelical Covenant Denomination (ECC) with a rich history in the Bay Area. The Mission of FCC is to �equip people to follow Jesus in their everyday lives,� and our Vision is to �break down barriers, build up people, and be a light for our city.�
The FCC Choir Director will coordinate and direct the choir for FCC. This includes both in-person and streaming services.
TASKS:
� Directing the FCC Choir for Sunday worship and special FCC musical events
� Coordinating weekly worship with FCC staff and collaborating with all FCC music and worship team members
� Leading weekly Thursday evening choir rehearsal and training choir members for excellence
� Recruiting potential choir members for the future of the ministry
� Overseeing the work of the FCC accompanist/organist as it relates to the choir ministry and worship services
� Attending staff meetings, staff retreats, events and training experiences designed for staff and church leaders as needed
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The environment may include:
� Church campus involves both indoor and outdoor working conditions
� Ability to work a flexible schedule
� Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
� Ability to stand for at least 20 minutes at a time
� May require some physical work including lifting, pushing, and pulling
� Occasional exposure to dirt, dust, and fumes
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter via email
DATE: May 20, 2022
CONTACT: Pam Grove, ------------
Job Title: Interim Choir Director
Level: Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Worship Director
Conditions: Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt,
Approximate Hours per Month: 40
Duties & Responsibilities: (See Attached Job Description)
Beginning: September 1, 2022
Projected End Date: December 24, 2022 (subject to Choir Director�s return)
REQUIREMENTS:
� A profession of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord
� Acceptance of attached Job Description
� Commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of FCC Oakland
� Adherence to the FCC Leadership Covenant and Staff Code of Conduct
� Supporting the ministry priorities of the Evangelical Covenant Church (------------) and the Pacific Southwest Conference (------------)
DESIRED SKILLS/EDUCATION:
� Experience or education in multi-cultural worship leadership, vocal performance, music theory, music performance, and/or music education
� Ability to select and lead classical, contemporary, and gospel styles of choral music
� Strong leadership skills
� Strong people and communication skills
FIRST COVENANT CHURCH OAKLAND
Job Description, Musician/Vocalist
Part-Time, Interim Choir Director
Founded over 130 years ago, First Covenant Church of Oakland (FCC) is a multi�ethnic, multi-generational church in the Evangelical Covenant Denomination (ECC) with a rich history in the Bay Area. The Mission of FCC is to �equip people to follow Jesus in their everyday lives,� and our Vision is to �break down barriers, build up people, and be a light for our city.�
The FCC Choir Director will coordinate and direct the choir for FCC. This includes both in-person and streaming services.
TASKS:
� Directing the FCC Choir for Sunday worship and special FCC musical events
� Coordinating weekly worship with FCC staff and collaborating with all FCC music and worship team members
� Leading weekly Thursday evening choir rehearsal and training choir members for excellence
� Recruiting potential choir members for the future of the ministry
� Overseeing the work of the FCC accompanist/organist as it relates to the choir ministry and worship services
� Attending staff meetings, staff retreats, events and training experiences designed for staff and church leaders as needed
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The environment may include:
� Church campus involves both indoor and outdoor working conditions
� Ability to work a flexible schedule
� Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
� Ability to stand for at least 20 minutes at a time
� May require some physical work including lifting, pushing, and pulling
� Occasional exposure to dirt, dust, and fumes
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter via email