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Church Musician (Organist and/or Pianist)

First Presbyterian Church of Parkersburg
Parkersburg, WV Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026 CLOSED ON 7/7/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Church Musician (Organist and/or Pianist) position at First Presbyterian Church of Parkersburg?

The Church Musician (Organist and/or Pianist) provides music leadership and accompaniment

for worship in a Presbyterian tradition, supporting congregational singing and enhancing the

liturgical life of the church. This individual works collaboratively with the pastor and music

leadership to plan and present music that reflects the Reformed tradition and the church’s

theology.

Key Responsibilities

 Provide organ and/or piano music for weekly Sunday worship services

 Accompany congregational hymns and liturgical responses

 Play prelude, offertory, and postlude music appropriate to the liturgical season

 Collaborate with the pastor and music leadership in selecting music aligned with the

church calendar (e.g., Advent, Lent, Easter, Pentecost)

 Accompany vocalist, festival choir, and bells during rehearsals and worship (if

applicable)

 Provide music for special services such as Christmas Eve, Holy Week, weddings, and

funerals

 Maintain practice schedule to ensure high-quality performance

 Monitor condition of instruments (organ/piano), arrange maintenance and tunings

Qualifications

 Proficiency in organ and/or piano performance

 Ability to read music and accompany congregational singing confidently

 Experience in church music ministry preferred

 Strong collaboration and communication skills

 Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism

Preferred Skills

 Ability to select or arrange music appropriate to worship themes

 Basic improvisation and transposition skills

 Experience accompanying choirs or small ensembles

Schedule

 Weekly Sunday morning services at 8:30 am and 10:30 am

 Choir, vocalist, and bell rehearsal (if applicable)

 Additional seasonal and special services throughout the year

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $7,500.00 - $10,000.00 per year

Experience:

  • Church Music: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $7,500 - $10,000

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