Protestant Christian Music Director

Company: Sanford Federal
Location: Panama City
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

FAR Group is a global defense solution provider based in Virginia, working with the U.S. government and its allies to deliver comprehensive solutions with a focus on effectiveness and security. -
Through all the strategic business units, FAR Group delivers defense solutions and provides professional services, construction & infrastructure, and security & military products & services. [Protestant Christian Music Director].

• Location: Tyndall AFB -, -FL -32403 USA
• Schedule: Music Director shall be required to be present for the following: Music Director shall be required to be present for all rehearsals, services, and special events. Requirements will vary per season/month and will be established by the Chaplain. The estimated number of events over the course of 12 months is 124 to include a minimum of 1 rehearsal and 1 service per week, as well as 20 special events as needed. Rehearsals shall be held at an appropriate time to allow for maximum participation of the chapel community and shall be an appropriate length to ensure adequate preparation for performances at weekly services or special services (no less than 1 hour(s) and no more than 1.5 hours in length). Pre-performance set-up/warm-up shall be held 30 minutes prior to the beginning of worship services and special services. Typically, services times run for approximately 1 hour. Job Overview: The Candidates is required to Provides music activities for the Tyndall Air Force Base Protestant Community. The Music Director shall provide labor and management to support the responsibilities outlined within this PWS. The contract includes, but is not limited to playing, training, scheduling, and processing music for worship services within the Protestant Service in collaboration with the Tyndall AFB Protestant chaplain. Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Provide musical directorship and instrument accompaniment for the Protestant Service at Tyndall AFB Chapel which is currently held on Sundays at 11:00 am. Provide musical directorship for a minimum of 1 rehearsal and 1 worship service each week. Follow the direction of Chaplain and direct Protestant Service Music Accompanist for musical selection. Lead the praise team and congregation in worship and vocally lead them as required by the Chaplain. Coordinate all support requirements with the Chaplain or their designated representative. Assist the Chaplain or their designated representative in developing the following in regard to Music Director Programs as appropriate: annual calendar of events, Chapel Tithes and Offerings fund budget, Appropriated Fund budget, and core volunteer training requirements. Return any and all government-owned music scores and equipment obtained in the performance of the required duties following the last service provided under the contract. Not engage in the unauthorized duplication of copyrighted materials by photocopying or any other means that would expose the government to liability for penalties under existing or future copyright laws.
  • Provide a replacement as necessary to ensure 100% coverage for all responsibilities listed within this PWS. The replacement shall meet or exceed the qualifications of the Music Director. This shall be coordinated with and approved by the contracting officer or their designee at least 14 days prior to the start of performance by the approved replacement. Approval of a replacement will be handled on a case by case basis. Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the beginning of worship services and special services, and 15 minutes prior to the beginning of each rehearsal. Submit purchase/repair requests as needed for support of the music program to the contracting officer or their designated representative. Recruit and coordinate volunteers within the music program. Be accountable for opening, restoring to its neutral setting, cleaning, and securing any facilities used for music events, rehearsals, worship services, or special services. Maintain a professional attitude and environment to include hygiene and appearance. Sing music from a religious music, ecclesiastical, or suitable type publication resource consistent with the nature of the Protestant Service (i.e. Hymns and Contemporary Praise and Worship songs). Provide arranged, improved, and scored music as appropriate for compatibility with the type of worship service or other functions of the Chaplain's program at which it was rendered. Provide Audio/Visual (A/V) lyrics (e.g. PowerPoint slides) for all services as required. Attend meetings related to the music program as identified by the Chaplain and/or COR or their designee. Shall not remove any equipment from chapel facilities without prior written approval from the Wing Chaplain and shall be financially responsible for any loss or damage of equipment due to negligence. Qualifications: Music Director shall:
    Have 3 or more years of college in music (or related field), or equivalent years of related experience in a chapel/church setting and have an extensive knowledge of Protestant Faith traditions. Be able to sing and vocally lead congregation in worship. Be able to plan organize and lead a Protestant style praise team. Be able to sight read, arrange, improve, play, and score music. Be able to play the piano and/or guitar for practice and worship services. Sing music in keeping with a Protestant style, music service. Possess the ability to develop and maintain a healthy and positive relationship with volunteers, parishioners, and staff. Be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English in order to perform all responsibilities outlined within the PWS. Provide a resume with references and complete a local audition. Must be a mature Christian and have a personal relationship with God according to the Protestant Christian doctrinal understanding.

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