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Zion, Lexington: Part-Time Music Director

Posted (11/26/2025)

Purpose:
The Music Director will be responsible for planning, coordinating and developing the worship and music program for Zion Lutheran Church and the position is viewed as a ministry to and for the congregation to the glory of God.

General Description: The Music Director is called to serve through planning, coordinating and developing the worship and music opportunities for Zion Lutheran Church. This position is viewed as a ministry to and for the congregation to the glory of God. The Music Director shall be responsible for the presentation of music for routine and special worship services. Traditional and contemporary music styles are utilized. This part-time position includes Sunday services, holidays and some evenings.

Accountability: The Music Director is a staff member of Zion Lutheran Church and is employed by the Church Council. This position reports to Council through the Pastor and the Mutual Ministry Committee, and is subject to the Personnel Policy of Zion Lutheran Church. This person must be dependable, punctual for all worship services and rehearsals, and represent Zion well in speech, actions, and appearance.

Primary Responsibilities:

Services & Music

• Meet regularly with the Pastor and Worship & Music Ministry team for planning music ministry
• Collaborate with the pastor on selection of hymns and other music for worship services
• Coordinate the planning of musical offerings for the choir and between other musical groups of the congregation
• Promote music selections appropriate for the seasons of the church and varied forms of worship
• Play organ and/or piano for all regular services, special services (Lent, Holy Week, Christmas Eve, etc.) and funerals when available or secure competent substitute to play.
• Be available for special events (VBS, family nights, etc.). Provide support for weddings according to Zion’s Wedding Guidelines, with additional compensation by the wedding party according to the Wedding Guidelines.
• Rehearse and direct the adult choir for all services and handbells for special services and music for funerals as appropriate.
• Coordinate and support a children’s/youth music program within the congregation, accompanying these groups as needed
• Recruit and nurture members of all ages and encourage the use of their vocal and instrumental talents in music ministry
• Seek ways to integrate creative musical offerings and styles into the ministry of the congregation

Administration & Support

• Notify the church office in writing concerning music for the following Sunday no later than Wednesday evening
• Attend staff meetings, Worship & Music Ministry team meetings and other meetings when appropriate
• Prepare an annual budget in a timely manner for acquisition of music/musicians and education for the Director and choirs
• Develop and maintain a music library and purchase music for use by various groups
• Inform the Pastor and Worship & Music Ministry team of the condition and needs for the maintenance of organ, pianos, and other musical instruments
• Partner with the Pastor, Worship & Music Ministry team and others as needed to evaluate and address issues or concerns
• Obtain a competent substitute when needed due to vacation, leave or conflict with other occupational responsibilities

Desired Qualifications:

• Possesses a least a bachelor’s degree in music with proficiency in vocal production
• Organ and piano skills required with handbell skills and experience desired. Skills on other instruments helpful, but not required.
• Prior experience as a church musician in a liturgical church preferred
• Displays an appreciation for and mastery of varied forms of liturgical worship, including traditional and contemporary
• Desire and ability to foster community within the congregation by encouraging participation in worship, choirs, etc.
• Willingness to cooperate with the various aspects of music ministry within the congregation and a desire to use music to enhance the overall ministry of the congregation
• Possesses a wide knowledge of church music, especially choral music, for choirs and congregation

Other Skills and Attributes:

• Of good character, friendly, helpful, and courteous, with sensitivity to the feelings of members and the ability to maintain confidences
• Strong communication and organizational skills, demonstrating effective planning and coordination
• Knowledge of Lutheran liturgies and liturgical seasons preferred

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, use hands and fingers to operate a computer, a telephone, and musical instruments. This position requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time. Employee will occasionally need to lift boxes or materials up to 15 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation:
The Music Director salary is $22,000 per year paid bi-monthly. The position includes: 2 weeks of paid vacation inclusive of 2 Sundays off during those 2 weeks. Another week of pay is included for continuing education along with an amount not to exceed $800 to cover the cost of continuing education. This position is: Salaried Employment at will, not covered by any employee fringe benefits.

This offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screening test.

(2/2026)

Zion, Lexington: Part-Time Facilities Manager

Posted (11/26/2025)

Job Description for the part-time position of Facilities Manager
Zion Lutheran Church, Lexington, South Carolina

Overview: The Facilities Manager will provide general care, maintenance, and oversight for interior and exterior of all church facilities and grounds. The person filling the position should understand the nature of Christian ministry and be willing to advance the ministry of the congregation by cooperating with members and staff, enabling them to carry out their calling to glorify God, grow in faith, and serve others. The position of Facilities Manager is a ministry of the church, for and with the congregation.

Accountability: The Facilities Manager is a staff member of Zion Lutheran Church and is employed by the Congregation Council. They are accountable to the Council through the Pastor and the Mutual Ministry Committee. This person must maintain confidentiality, be dependable, be punctual, and represent Zion well in speech, actions, and appearance. They must have the ability to work independently of supervision and to initiate and complete duties as needed.

Compensation: This is a flexible 10-15 hour per week position, not to exceed 40 hours per
week, with regular work hours to be agreed upon that address weekday responsibilities. The
hourly wage for this position is $20.00 per hour. The employee will submit a time sheet to the Financial Administrator. The pay period is twice monthly (15th and 30th). The position is non-exempt, employment at will, not covered by any employee fringe benefits.

Job Responsibilities: This person will work closely with the church staff and the Property
Ministry Team to carry out the day-to-day operations and upkeep over the entire campus. This person should have a basic working knowledge of general repair person type skills, such as electrical, plumbing, and carpentry. Experience in these fields and basic troubleshooting skills are desirable.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as the liaison to all outside service contracts including those for landscaping,
  janitorial service, HVAC systems, alarms systems, elevators, and others as needs arise.
• Check to ensure that work completed through these contracts is adequate and meets expectations.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings.
• Check with office calendar to see if any church related events are scheduled that need set up. Set up for or coordinate for setup of congregational and community events.
• Check with office or email to see if any facility issues have been reported that need attention.
• Perform repairs that are within the person’s skill set. If help is required, consult Property Ministry Team for guidance or schedule repair with an approved vendor.
• Work with Property Ministry Team to develop and maintain an approved vendor list.
• Conduct walk-throughs to ensure all doors, windows, lights and water fixtures are working in all buildings.
• Program HVAC system for appropriate on and off times depending on scheduled
  events.
• Perform tests at specified intervals of elevator, fire alarm, exit lights/signs, hot water circulating pump and any other systems that may require inspection or maintenance.
• Maintain inventory of kitchen and bathroom supplies and order items as needed.
• Inspect all exterior doors to ensure all are locked when not in use.
• Clear any trash or debris from the parking lots and other areas to maintain a neat
  appearance and safe environment.
• Ensure that playground equipment is in good condition and play area is safe.

Physical

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear and use hands and fingers to operate a  computer and telephone. This position requires the ability to walk on even and uneven surfaces, climb stairs and ladders, bend down to the floor, and use hand and power tools both indoors and outdoors. Employee will occasionally need to lift boxes or materials up to 50 pounds.

Interested applicants are invited to send resume and cover letter to zionchurch@zionLexsc.com or Zion Lutheran Church, 226 Corley Mill Road, Lexington, SC 29072

(2/2026)

Bethlehem, Irmo: Part-Time Director of Music/Organist

Posted (11/26/2025)

Bethlehem Lutheran Church, in Irmo, is seeking a part-time Director of Music/Organist. The Director is expected to rehearse and direct the chancel choir and bell choir, and coordinate with the pastor on worship music selections. The salary for the position will be commensurate with the level of education and experience of the applicant. Please send resumes and contact information to Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 10000 Broad River Road, Irmo, SC 29063, or e-mail bethlehemlutheranirmo@gmail.com.

(2/2026)

Our Saviour, West Columbia : Part-Time Organist

Posted (9/30/2025)

Our Saviour Lutheran Church in West Columbia, SC, is seeking an organist to begin work in January 2026.  The applicant must be accomplished in playing a pipe organ and other keyboard instruments.  The church has a small 1974 Zimmer two-manual pipe organ.  An electronic keyboard (Clavinova) is also available for occasional services in the Chapel or Fellowship Hall.  The applicant should be acquainted with the liturgy and hymns of the Lutheran Church and must be able to provide organ accompaniment for the liturgy, hymns, and choir anthems, as well as preludes and postludes, at each Sunday Service and at special services during Lent, Easter, Advent, and Christmas.  If schedule allows, the organist should also be available to play for funerals and weddings at the church.

The church has one service each Sunday at 10:30 a.m.  It is a traditional service using Evangelical Lutheran Worship (ELW).  Average Sunday-morning attendance is 40.

We are offering to pay $250 per week for this position.

Please contact the church at 803-794-8180 or email the pastor at pastorjoannagragg@gmail.com.

(12/31/2025)

Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church – Indian Land, SC : Part-Time Director of Music

Posted (9/3/2025)

Pleasant Hill UMC is seeking a Director of Music to lead our music ministries.

This part-time position includes directing our Chancel Choir, leading our Contemporary Praise Band, and collaborating in planning meaningful worship experiences.

We offer two Sunday worship services:
8:45 AM Contemporary Worship (Praise Band-led)
11:00 AM Traditional Worship (Chancel Choir-led)
The ideal candidate will:

• Be proficient on piano and/or keyboard (organ also available)
• Lead both traditional and contemporary worship music
• Direct rehearsals for choir and band
• Collaborate with pastor and worship team
• Be organized, creative, and Christ-centered

Join a supportive congregation that values the power of music in worship and community life.

To apply or learn more, contact:

admin@pleasanthillmethodist.org

Call: 803-548-4922

(11/1/2025)