September 20, 2024

Symtech Corporation

Anchorage

PART TIME

Protestant Musician

Job Overview
Chapel Music Services
This position supports the music component of the Parish Vision and Mission Statements, as identified by the Protestant Advisory Council, the Pastoral Council and authorized by the Joint Base Elmendorf–Richardson Military Base. (JBER). The Music Program will conform to the instructions of the Air Force & Navy Chaplain Corps, as determined by the JBER.
Protestant service
The contractor shall assist in selecting suitable music for all required worship services, special community programs, and other services performed as part of the Protestant program as needed. The contractor shall work primarily with the Service Chaplain in selecting music from main genres/repertories (contemporary, gospel & traditional).
For the purposes of this contract, the following musical genre definitions apply. Contemporary: Christian worship music written within the 21st Century, to include modern musical arrangements of classic hymns. Gospel: Christian worship music that reflects celebratory upbeat urban style characterized by dominant vocals and strong harmony. Traditional: Christian worship music written in the 17th to 20th Centuries (i.e. hymns).
Experience working with Millennial and younger generations preferred.
Must demonstrate knowledge, understanding and adherence to the practices of the Protestant Christian faith.
Facility Requirements
The contractor shall read and sign facility usage form, security statement, and key control log. The Chapel Music/Direction services contractor shall ensure that sound system, music stands, microphones, microphone stands, and all other musical equipment is set-up prior to each rehearsal and service, set at the appropriate level and put away or deactivated/turn-off after each rehearsal and service.
Rehearsals and Worship Services
The contractor shall coordinate, organize, prepare, recruit and direct musicians, choir members, and musical leadership during rehearsals, worship and performances in reference to the Protestant and Catholic Service music program. The contractor shall perform at worship services every week on Sunday, as well as leads weekly rehearsals. The contractor shall arrange Protestant Service & Catholic choir schedule to allow special rehearsals and services. All rehearsals and worship services will take place in Joint Base Chapels and are subject to relocation with the JBER’s approval. The contractor shall be notified at least twenty-four hours in advance of a projected move.
Music Program Review
The contractor shall meet with the Protestant and the Catholic Service Chaplain or designated chaplain/Priest periodically to discuss/review the status of the music program.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 2 – 3 per week
Schedule: