Protestant Traditional Musician Pianist Keyboardist

The successful candidate for this position will be a 1099 contractor with Music Ministry International and be responsible for the following:

Traditional Protestant Service Musician

6.1. Minimum Standards of Education, Qualification, Experience.  Musician shall have:

6.1.1. Two (2) years’ experience performing worship and music services for a Protestant

church/chapel, preferably within the past five (5) years and preferably with a

traditional style worship service.

6.1.2.Active membership/attendance at a Protestant church/chapel with a letter of

endorsement from their current pastor/chaplain.

6.1.3. An advanced familiarity with a variety of musical genres and be able to

demonstrate the ability to read sheet music and/or possess basic improvisational

 skills.

6.1.4. A positive, self-directed, motivated character with the ability to interface well

within the pluralistic atmosphere of the Air Force Chaplaincy. They shall possess

an ability to maintain healthy, functional interpersonal relationships with staff and

parishioners, and maintain professional standards of conduct and public decorum,

including but not limited to dress and grooming.

6.1.5. The ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English.

6.1.6. The ability to effectively accomplish assigned tasks with minimal supervision. 

6.2. Program Requirements and Responsibilities Include but are not Limited to: 

6.2.1. The Musician shall provide instrumental and accompaniment music to support

rehearsals and worship services, including congregational and choral selections.

6.2.2. The Musician shall be able to proficiently play piano and/or organ in support of

a traditional/contemporary style worship service.

6.2.3. The Musician shall be familiar with and able to read sheet music or accompany

with advanced improvisational ability, a variety of contemporary, gospel and

traditional worship styles.

6.2.4. The Musician shall coordinate with the Traditional Service Music Director and

Traditional Service Chaplain to play selections appropriate for Sunday worship

and special programs.

6.3. Performance Location(s) and Time.

6.3.1. All worship services, special programs, and associated rehearsals will be

conducted on Keesler AFB, unless otherwise approved by the Wing Chaplain or

 Chapel Staff.

6.3.2. At a minimum, the Musician will perform one weekday rehearsal and one

Sunday service per week.

6.3.3. Additional services and rehearsals in conjunction with special programs/ holiday

programs must be authorized by the Wing Chaplain or Chapel Staff.

6.3.3.1.Rehearsals will be a minimum of one hour. Rehearsals that fail to meet the

minimum threshold will not be billed to the Government.

The Musician will arrive no later than 30 minutes prior to the start of

rehearsals and worship services.

6.4. List of Organization-provided furnishings, Workspace, Supplies, and Equipment.

6.4.1. The Government will provide working space in a base chapel and all equipment

as required for Musician personnel.

6.4.2. Due to limited resources and space, the Musician shall be required to share a

workspace and equipment with other Musicians.

6.4.3. The Musician coordinates support requirements with the Protestant REC and the

Gospel Service Chaplain or designee in their absence.

6.4.4. Government provided furnishing, computers, instruments, sound equipment,

supplies, etc. will not be moved without the express permission of the

Superintendent, Religious Affairs and/or the Deputy Wing Chaplain.

6.4.5. The Musician is accountable for the security and cleanliness of all facilities

utilized in conjunction with their programs.

Interested Candidates are requested to forward their resume together with three references from individuals who can attest to the candidate’s good work and steadiness.  Candidates who do not possess the specific attributes/qualifications in the section above entitled "Minimum Standards of Education, Qualification, Experience" above need not apply. This is a part-time position with compensation based on budget and the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.   

Apply directly at: https://music-ministry.jobsoid.com (scroll down to “Keesler”).  Your application must include three (3) references including one priest or pastor who can attest to your abilities as they relate to this job posting.  References must include: name, title, organization, relationship to you, email address (necessary field) and phone number. Depending on security software, candidates are requested to monitor spam folders for further application communications from MMI.