September 05th, 2023

Director of Music Ministry - First Presbyterian Church of Oakland

First Presbyterian Church of Oakland is a racially diverse progressive church in the heart of Oakland. Through our rich history music has played an important role in the spiritual formation of our church community. We seek to put our faith into action through diverse ministries and community partners and join in God’s work of healing and justice in Oakland.  The Director of Music will collaborate with the Pastor and be responsible for providing leadership, vision, and planning of the music for worship. They will be responsible for conducting our choir.  In addition, they will lead in an innovative, artistic, spiritually relevant, inspiring way thereby enriching our music and worship experience. The director will promote the spiritual life of the congregation and its members through music ministry and coordinate the planning and implementation of a comprehensive music ministry for the congregation and community.

Applicants must have a degree in music, experience working in the church, and ability to lead a variety of musical styles. It is preferred but not required that applicants are competent on the pipe organ or piano.

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