Protestant Music Director

Position Overview:

Ladgov Corporation is seeking a qualified, spiritually sensitive Protestant Music Director to lead music ministry efforts at the Vandenberg Space Force Base Chapel. This role supports a vibrant, diverse military faith community through musical leadership during rehearsals, weekly worship services, and special religious events. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong musical proficiency, leadership, and a passion for supporting Christian worship within a military chapel environment.
Job Title: Protestant Music Director
Location: Vandenberg Space Force Base (SFB), California
Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Music Director in a Protestant church environment.

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree in Music or related field preferred.

• Strong proficiency in leading choirs, praise teams, and worship services.

• Ability to sight-read, transpose, and improvise music in various Protestant styles (contemporary, gospel, traditional).

• Must attend and pass a qualifying interview/audition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct music activities for the Vandenberg SFB Protestant worship community in collaboration with chaplains, praise teams, musicians, and volunteers.

• Lead a minimum of one rehearsal and one worship service per week, each lasting 1–2 hours.

• Plan and prepare weekly music selections in coordination with the Protestant Chaplain, aligned with the liturgical calendar and sermon themes.

• Conduct rehearsals, select music, and ensure equipment is ready before services. Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to worship services.

• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers and praise team members.

• Coordinate music for special services (e.g., funerals, ecumenical events, holidays).