Director of Music Ministry

By On Oct 31, 2026

A talented and enthusiastic music leader committed to growth individually and collectively

The Director of Music Ministry provides leadership for the music ministry of First Presbyterian Church of Wheaton in collaboration with the pastors, church staff, and volunteers. The director will cultivate a music ministry that glorifies God, supports the proclamation of the gospel, nurtures discipleship, and invites meaningful participation in worship. First Pres values music that is rich in tradition as well as newly inspired, and seeks a leader who can honor our musical heritage while helping it grow and evolve in service to our mission: inviting all generations into a growing life with Jesus Christ.

Responsibilities
• Provide vision and leadership for the whole music ministry, fostering musical excellence, spiritual growth, congregational participation, and a welcoming culture.
• Plan music for worship services in collaboration with the preaching pastor, aligning musical selections with Scripture, sermon themes, the church year, and the theological character of worship.
• Direct and develop the Westminster Choir, including rehearsals, vocal coaching, and preparation of soloists.
• Select, recruit, rehearse, and coordinate soloists, ensembles, instrumentalists, accompanists, and guest musicians as appropriate.
• Encourage vibrant congregational singing through thoughtful selection and leadership of hymns and songs across a range of styles and traditions.
• Develop opportunities for children, youth, and adults to participate in music ministry, fostering intergenerational relationships and lifelong engagement in worship.
• Recruit, equip, encourage, and nurture volunteer musicians, helping people develop and share their gifts in service to God and the congregation.
• Coordinate music details for worship, including bulletin and screen content, A/V and sound requirements, and communication with relevant staff and volunteers.
• Collaborate with church staff and participate in weekly staff meetings and monthly Worship Committee meetings.
• Oversee the music library and database, instrument maintenance, music-program communications, and the music budget.
• Coordinate or help identify musicians for weddings and funerals, with additional honorarium arrangements as applicable.

Qualifications
• Demonstrates a mature Christian faith and an understanding of Presbyterian and Reformed worship, recognizing music as a means of glorifying God, proclaiming the gospel, and nurturing discipleship.
• Has a vision for music ministry that honors the church’s musical heritage while thoughtfully embracing opportunities for growth, creativity, and change.
• Demonstrates the ability to inspire broad participation and build a healthy, collaborative music community across generations and musical backgrounds.
• Brings strong musical leadership and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate, patient, outgoing, and nurturing approach.
• Has strong organizational, planning, budgeting, and communication skills, along with proficiency in relevant technology.
• Has a bachelor’s degree in music, music education, sacred music, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
• Experience in adult choral direction and church music leadership preferred; keyboard or guitar skills preferred.

Relationships
• Reports directly to the Senior Pastor/Head of Staff, who provides supervision and direction and conducts performance evaluations in consultation with the Human Resources Committee.
• Serves as a member of the church program staff and works collaboratively with pastors, staff, the Worship Committee, and volunteers.

Pay: $25,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person