Country Club Christian Church located in Kansas City, MO seeks a highly skilled organist and collaborative pianist to serve a vibrant church community committed to excellence in worship and music.

Responsibilities:

• Provide service playing and accompaniment (piano and organ) for traditional Sunday weekly services (10:00 in small chapel and 11:00 in main sanctuary) and special worship services including: Christmas Eve (3 services), Easter Sunday (2 services), Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday (extensive solo organ selections)
• Select appropriate organ preludes, postludes, and communion selections (advanced organ literature welcomed and highly encouraged)
• Select appropriate piano and organ offertory music solos and special music selections as needed
• Provide weekly accompaniment both on piano and organ for Chancel Choir rehearsals (Wednesdays 7-8:30pm) and during 11:00 worship
• Accompany soloists/small groups in rehearsals/services as assigned by Director of Music
• Weekly responsive/timely email/text communication of music selections, rehearsal plans, etc.
• Occasionally provide special accompaniment or special music for 9:00 a.m. service
• Occasionally play for weddings and funerals as a substitute for Director of Music (additional compensation for these services)

Qualifications:

• A commitment to Christian faith and familiarity with the liturgical year
• Passion for engaging congregations through vibrant worship and music
• Team player who is open to suggestions and willing to take direction
• Exceptional communication skills
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Organ Performance or Church Music and/or Associate of the AGO or equivalent preferred
• Exceptional sight-reading and accompaniment skills of advanced literature
• Superb hymn-playing skills - creative and highly imaginary organ registrations and hymn treatments
• Three or more years professional church experience preferred
• Comfort with use of music technology (i.e. use of iPad Pro for music performance)
• Comfort level in a wide range of musical styles including but not limited to: classical, jazz, gospel, spirituals preferred

Salary and Terms Summary:

• The position is classified as part-time, approximately 10 hours per week
• Salary will be based on qualifications and experience ($12,000 - 15,600) / 4 paid Sundays vacation

Email CV or resume to:

Dr. Matthew Thompson, Director of Music and Media - music@cccckc.org

Application Deadline - June 1, 2024. Starting date July 28, 2024 (preferred but flexible).

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12,000.00 - $15,600.00 per year

Expected hours: 8 – 12 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Kansas City, MO 64113 (Required)

Work Location: In person