Organist/Choir Director Opening
We are seeking a talented Organist / Choir Director familiar with the Anglican choral tradition, the Episcopal liturgical tradition, and the church calendar. The successful candidate will be competent in choral music, including: plainsong, Anglican and Gregorian chant, as well as leading a choir. The Organist/Choir Director will work collaboratively with the Rector to grow and enhance the music ministry of St. Matthew’s
Here at St. Matthew’s, we have a fully restored 1924 E.M. Skinner Organ, installed in 1925 under the supervision of Mr. Skinner himself. We also have a grand piano, a single SATB voice choir, and a variety of other talented musicians within the congregation.
This position will be part-time, with an average of five hours per week (including a weekly Sunday morning sung Mass, and occasional seasonal Masses or services), a monthly practice time with the choir and Sunday morning choir warm-ups, and a regular worship planning meeting with the Rector. Weddings and funerals are handled and paid separately. Benefits include 4 weeks of paid time off.
For consideration for this wonderful opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter to stmatts5900@gmail.com or mail a hard copy to:
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church
Attn: Music Search Committee
5900 7th Ave.
Kenosha, WI 53140
This position posting will be active until the position is filled.
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church of Kenosha is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its hiring practices. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, faith tradition, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.