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First Presbyterian Church of Dallas seeks a musical artist to curate and lead music-making in Wood Street Worship, a band-led worship expression of FPC Dallas. The ideal candidate will make tasteful and artistic musical choices, will draw connections between theological emphases and music-making, will naturally balance depth with whimsy, and will bring together people from diverse musical and cultural backgrounds.

Essential Functions

• Craft and lead music in Wood Street Worship; enhance worship through congregational song and musical offerings.
• Select and arrange music in alignment with scripture, liturgical calendar, and tone of worship services; coordinate with the Director of Music and pastoral staff to select appropriate music.
• Recruit, develop, coordinate, and maintain a rotation of paid and volunteer musicians.
• Plan and lead weekly rehearsals for Wood Street Worship musicians, before worship or at an alternate time; prepare paid and volunteer musicians to lead music during worship.
• Create and distribute music charts, demos, and arrangements to worship musicians.
• Prepare music lyrics and song information for the printed order of worship.
• Develop and foster meaningful relationships with congregants, volunteers, and staff.
• Attend weekly meetings with worship staff, supervisor, and others as needed.
• Ensure that the Byrd Hall WSW stage setup is attractive and functional.
• Oversee the care of church-owned instruments in Byrd Hall.

Core Compentencies

Musical/Artistic Expertise: Acquires and demonstrates the musical and artistic skills required to proficiently execute the essential functions of the job; understands which skills are lacking and seeks to develop those skills; has masterful control of their instrument and voice; demonstrates musical artistry both in their performing and in their planning. 

Compassion and Care: Exudes and natural sense of care for the well-being of others; maintains a loving spirit and demeanor; responds with empathy to the life circumstances of others; communicates a sense of support with their very presence; has a strong sense of humility; demonstrates appropriate expressions of care. 

Interpersonal Skills: Establishes good working relationships with all others who are relevant to the completion of work; works well with people at all levels of the congregation; builds appropriate rapport; considers the impact of their actions on others; uses diplomacy and tact; is approachable; desires to work collaboratively with staff and church members. 

• Bachelor’s degree in music or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience leading music in a liturgical worship setting is preferred.
• Ability to work successfully with teams and with people from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures.
• Experience with Planning Center platform and working knowledge of audio amplification is preferred.