Music Director

Job Title: Music Director

Location: Okinawa, Japan

Duties:

• Shall be responsible for music execution for the services to include volunteer coordination and training, lesson preparation, multimedia planning, leading rehearsals, and any program development elements to provide a proper and professional Mass experience.
• Maintain liaison with the Service Chaplain before, during and after all services, and be prepared to direct music for all planned musical selections in a professional and proficient manner as required.
• Direct one rehearsal during the week and another rehearsal 30 minutes prior to the start of the scheduled special services.
• Coordinate with the Service Chaplain and services musicians and vocals.
• Schedule music planning meetings, as needed, and work with the other Music Directors and Musicians to improve the quality of music.
• Direct, plan, and lead a choir to deliver songs for regular rehearsals, regular services, special rehearsals, and special services.
• Assist the substitute Service Chaplain in the selection of music for all services when the Service Chaplain is absent.

Requirements:

• Shall have a High School diploma, GED Certificate.
• Shall have at least one year of experience which demonstrates their knowledge and ability to lead a choir in singing a variety of worship music styles including traditional and contemporary songs.
• Pastoral letter of reference or equivalent is required.