Clayton Valley Presbyterian Church
1578 Kirker Pass Rd, Clayton, CA 94517
Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: Negotiable. Minimum: $12,000 per year.
About Us
Clayton Valley Presbyterian Church is seeking a talented and dedicated musician to join our staff. Our church has a long history of high-quality music. Visit our website for more information about the church, http://www.cvpresby.org/.
Position Overview
We are looking for an accomplished pianist to provide music for our worship services. The ideal candidate will also be a skilled organist.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide piano accompaniment for the hymns selected by the Pastor which will be sung by the congregation during worship services
- Accompany the church choir during rehearsals and when they sing during the service
- Perform supplemental music throughout the worship service, including preludes, offertories, and postludes
- Collaborate with the pastor and the music director in planning and executing worship services
- Select and prepare a diversity of music that fits the liturgical season and, to the extent possible, is consistent with the theme of the service
- Maintain and care for musical instruments by arranging to have the piano tuned and the organ repaired as needed and within the maintenance budget.
Required Qualifications
- Excellent piano skills with demonstrated proficiency in accompanying hymns and choral music
- Strong sight-reading ability
- Knowledge of traditional hymns and sacred music repertoire
- Ability to work collaboratively with clergy, choir director, and volunteers
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to regular Sunday worship services and special services (Christmas, Easter, etc.)
- Passion for worship and ministry through music
Highly Desired Qualifications
- Organ performance ability – candidates with organ skills are strongly preferred
- Formal music education or equivalent professional experience
- Experience in church music ministry
- Familiarity with Presbyterian worship traditions
Schedule
- One Sunday morning worship service
- Choir rehearsals before the church service
- Additional services for holidays and special occasions
- Weddings and funerals are optional services that are negotiated on a case-by-case basis, with separate compensation for each event.
To Apply
Please submit the following materials:
- Cover letter expressing your interest and faith journey
- Current résumé including musical training and experience
- References from previous music ministry positions or professional musical work
- Links to recordings or videos of your performances (if available)
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Clayton Valley Presbyterian Church
1578 Kirker Pass Road
Clayton, Ca 94517
Clayton Valley Presbyterian Church is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds who share our commitment to Christian worship and ministry.