Grace Presbyterian Church, Calgary Alberta
Music Director reporting to Lead Minister
Organist reporting to Music Director
Grace Presbyterian Church Calgary Alberta is seeking two individuals to assume choral and keyboard music leadership. Grace Church has a longstanding reputation for music excellence within the Calgary community. It is an exciting time as a new Lead Minister has come to Grace.
The sanctuary is one of the most beautiful in Calgary with a well-maintained Casavant Pipe Organ. The organ was refurbished in 2002 and the console digitized, more pipework added and total now exceeds 3,300 pipes. The Choir has 18– 22 SATB voices. There is also a handbell choir which participates in worship on an occasional basis. Recently a youth choir was created and has performed twice within the past year.
The Choir rehearses twice weekly – one evening and one prior to worship from September to June. The Music Director would meet weekly with the Lead Minister who is the direct report for the Director position. In addition, the Director would attend the Spiritual Growth committee meetings and be responsible for the budget. This is a part time position for up to 30 hours per week depending on experience.
The Organist will report to the Music Director and work for up to 15 hours per week based on experience.
Continuing education funds are available, vacation is provided, and a benefits package is optional. Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as described in the RCCO Salary Guidelines. Applications (which will be treated in strictest confidence) will be received until July 19, 2024, or until the post is filled. Please direct inquiries or applications to humanresources@gracecalgary.org. Our congregation’s profile and copies of the position descriptions are available at gracechurchcalgary.com