INTRODUCTION
Christ Church is a growing, inclusive, multi-generational parish nestled in a walkable, welcoming village along Lake Michigan, just minutes from downtown Milwaukee. Sacred music drives this parish into the love and mystery of God, and our worship is rooted in a traditional choral Eucharist while embracing a broad range of musical styles. Our largest service averages 175 people, offering significant opportunities to expand and deepen the program.

The position begins January 1, 2027 and requires approximately 20-25 hours per week September through May and 5-10 hours per week June through August. We conduct a simple outdoor service in our large garden courtyard during the summer, designed by the Director of Music and supported by parish musician volunteers and ensembles from the larger community.

Organ performance is much preferred; however, we will consider separating the organist role and adjusting compensation accordingly.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Demonstrated experience leading choral and congregational music in a liturgical setting.
• Ability to recruit, develop, and collaborate with adult, youth, professional, and volunteer musicians.
• Organ proficiency preferred; willingness to support a broad and inclusive sacred music program required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Weekly Worship
• Provide musical leadership at regular Sunday services as well as other special liturgical celebrations throughout the year.
• Organize and direct the parish choir (September through May).
• Integrate children and families into the choir (currently once a month). Periodically integrate professional, lay and youth musicians into Sunday services.
• Convene a group to play the handbells 3-4 times per year. The Director of Music will have either the skills to direct handbells, the willingness to learn, or the responsibility of finding another person to lead.

Administration
• Maintain and expand the music library.
• Develop and administer the music budget.
• Maintain the organ, pianos, and other musical equipment of the parish.
• Attend staff meetings as requested.

Weddings and Funerals
• Provide or arrange for the provision of music at weddings and funerals scheduled in the parish. The Director of Music receives $275 for weddings (includes rehearsal) and $225 for funerals.
• On occasion, interface with outside musical ensembles to use our space for concerts, in consultation with the rector and parish administrator.

Miscellaneous
• Perform other duties in consultation with the Rector.
• Permission is given to use the organ and pianos of the parish for private teaching, if desired.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and position scope.
• Eight full weeks of vacation (8 Sundays), with 6 weeks to be taken June through August.
• Health and dental benefits negotiable.
• Pension contributions matched by the parish to a maximum of 9% of salary.
• Continuing education fund of $1,000.
• The position includes a large office with a dedicated music library and newly renovated practice space.

TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to the Rev. Seth Dietrich, Rector, at seth@christchurchwfb.org.