Music Ministry Keyboardist

Antioch Baptist Church

Music Ministry Keyboardist Job Announcement

Antioch Baptist Church’s vision is to be a six-generation church that C.A.R.E.S (Charitable. Adapts. Relational. Evangelizes. Serves). Our purpose is Loving God and Loving Others, and our mission is Worshipping God, studying God’s Word, volunteering to Work in ministry to reach the World for Jesus Christ.

Are you a talented keyboardist looking for a fulfilling musical opportunity that allows you to serve and support the mission and vision of Antioch? Our dynamic and vibrant music ministry is seeking a keyboardist to join our team!

As the Music Ministry Keyboardist, you will have the opportunity to use your musical talents by playing keyboard/organ for Sunday worship services (two per Sunday), choir rehearsals, and special events. You will collaborate with our talented musicians and vocalists to create beautiful and engaging worship that uplifts and inspires our congregation as your act of service to our Lord.

Ideal candidates will have experience playing the piano/keyboard and various styles of music, sight-reading skills, and the ability to play by ear, the ability to adapt to different musical arrangements, professed faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and spiritual maturity to minister through music. If you have a heart for ministry and a gift for music, we would love to hear from you.

Antioch is in Fairfax Station, VA and the selected candidate will be expected to be on-site for the required rehearsals and Sunday services. For more information about Antioch, visit www.Antioch-church.org

To apply, please submit the following to

Cover letter - included statement of faith in Jesus Christ
Resume – highlight qualifications and relevant experience
A sample of your playing (please include a link in the resume to the candidate’s choice of easily accessible site such as YouTube, Vimeo, or Dropbox)
References with contact information (two professional, two personal)

JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: Music Ministry Keyboardist

POSITION REPORTS TO: Director of Worship and Arts

STATUS: Full Time

Salary: $41, 600 - $52,000 annually

PURPOSE:

The Music Ministry keyboardist plays for Sunday worship services (two services per Sunday), including accompanying the choir; play keyboard for choir rehearsals; and collaborate with Director of Worship and Arts to plan music for worship services.

The ideal candidate for the position can play the piano and has demonstrated spiritual maturity and character consistent with the biblical requirements for church ministries; has professed faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and has demonstrated evidence of faithful service to the Lord Jesus Christ through the church or other Christian faith-based organizations.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide musical accompaniment for choirs in worship services every Sunday from 7am-1230 p.m.
Provide music for rehearsals (Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30-8p and Saturdays before 3rd & 4th Sundays.
Provide input to music ministry strategies and goals, collaborate with other staff members to achieve intergenerational music experiences.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Excellent piano/keyboard skills with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience
Ability to play by ear and read music.
Minimum of a high school diploma
Familiarity with digital keyboard
Minimum 3 years of band or choral experience, either as a singer or accompanist or training in a gospel music environment
Demonstrated ability to support choir rehearsals and performances
Comprehensive understanding of music and hymns across diverse Christian traditions
Ability to collaborate effectively with the Director of Worship and Arts, Choir Director(s) Media Team, and church staff for comprehensive worship planning
Ability to integrate music seamlessly into worship services
Must be consistently available on Sunday mornings, and during major Christian Holidays
Must be available to work a flexible weekly schedule to facilitate some weeknight and Saturday rehearsals
- This includes providing support for church-wide events and special worship services
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and volunteers
Reliable, timely, and collaborative
Experience playing in-person, virtually, and with hybrid models
Professed faith in Jesus Christ

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in music or related field
Basic audio setup and troubleshooting experience with mixers
Professional network of musicians in the local community
Capability to secure appropriate substitutes when absent
Versatility in leading small instrumental ensembles
Proficiency in additional instruments (e.g., organ)

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: Antioch Baptist Church is an equal opportunity employer, committed to strictly following a policy of nondiscrimination in all employment policies and practices, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, compensation, benefits, and training. Our employment policies and practices treat everyone equally. We hire and develop based upon job-related qualifications, merit, and the needs of the church at the time. Antioch does, however, reserve the right to employ people who have a denominational background and philosophy of ministry like ours and who have a work history and lifestyle that is in the opinion of the Church consistent with the Scriptural principles of the Church.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) POLICY: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA) Antioch will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

BACKGROUND CHECKS: Final candidates are subject to a background investigation. The investigation may include criminal record check, driving record; drug testing; employment verification; verification of education; and other checks requested by the hiring authority related to the position.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Successful completion of all background checks

Reference Checks - Professional and Personal

Pass the Child/Youth Protection Certification.

Verification of degrees/certifications

Successful completion of 90 days probationary period