About Us

First Congregational UCC, Longmont is a welcoming congregation, with an active community and rich worship services. We are an Open and Affirming Congregation, and a Creation Justice Church. The staff culture is collaborative and supportive, and the congregation is open to new ideas. There’s room here to bring your gifts and passions.

Position Overview

• Accompany choir for rehearsals and Sunday morning services. Accompany congregation for hymns. Provide instrumental music for gathering, postlude, and quiet reflection during service.

Schedule & Hours

• Part-Time, year-round: averages 4 hours/week

• Sunday hours: 1 ½ to 2 ½. 9:15-11:15 when choir is in session, arranged as needed when accompanying soloists at other times. When choir is not in session, typical Sunday hours are 9:45-11:15.

• Choir rehearsal: Wednesday evenings (7:15-8:45) September-May

• Additional services: Christmas Eve (two services), Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday or Good Friday & Easter Sunday.

Compensation and Benefits

• Yearly Salary: $12,700/year

• Paid Time off: Two paid Sundays off annually, not usually taken during Christmas, Holy Week and Easter. Two paid choir rehearsals off annually.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide quality piano accompaniment for weekly Sunday worship at 10:15 am and special services.

• Accompany the choir or other musicians on Sunday mornings.

• Provide music for gathering, postlude, and for times of reflection during the service (i.e. during communion or times of prayer)

• Work collaboratively with the Music Director and Pastors.

• Communicate in a positive manner with all staff members and members of the congregation.

• Communicate Sunday service details by email throughout the week.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in piano/keyboard performance.

• Knowledge of and ability to play various types of musical styles in worship.

• Ability to collaborate with staff within a church setting.

How to Apply

Please submit the following materials to adress@ucclongmont.org with “Music Position” in the subject line:

• A résumé

• One professional reference

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Applications will be reviewed as received and the position will remain open until filled.

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