Accompanist

Auburn First United Methodist Church (auburnfirstumc.org) is an inclusive community that affirms every person is a beloved child of God. All are invited into full participation in the life of our faith community without judgment.  

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Auburn First UMC seeks a part-time Accompanist to join our staff team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced musician with the ability to play a variety of styles of music, committed to providing quality music, be a team player, and provide music in a sensitive, appropriate, and timely manner for the worship service.   ​

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Primary duties provide accompaniment for Pick-Up Choir, Crossroads Band, and other musical practices and performance(s) and by appointment; provide appropriate service music and accompaniments for all worship services including special holiday services and rehearsals as needed, weddings, and memorials; inform office of any required maintenance of pianos; works with the music team to select appropriate music for service; participates in worship planning meetings.

 

Qualifications for this Position include B.A. degree in music or equivalent experience; minimum of three years’ experience in the music industry; ability to play a variety of styles of music and is committed to providing quality music; knowledge of church music is preferred; basic knowledge of audio equipment; willingness to work as a team; knowledge and understanding of worship and the leadership role required of the pianist.

 

All staff will successfully pass a background check and complete ongoing Safe Sanctuary® training as prescribed by the United Methodist Church.

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Details of this Position 

Compensation: $43-47 per hour; Paid Time Off;
Work Schedule: 3-6 hours/week.  Work schedule to be self-determined in coordination with the Pastor.​​

Application: For full job description, click here. Send your resume and cover letter by email or apply by mail:

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Auburn First United Methodist Church
Attention: SPRC
100 N Street SE
Auburn, WA 98002