Chapel Worship Musician Pianist

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

1.INTRODUCTION
The Government requires organist services in support of the VA Healthcare System (NF/SG VHS) Chaplain Service.
2. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
2.1 The contractor shall perform organist musician services for the proper intended performance of music as required by the Government for Chapel Worship IAW any policies procedures and governing doctrine.
2.1 The contractor shall always act in a professional manner. They shall work in harmony with others and follow the established patterns of interaction. Tact and courtesy are mandatory when interacting with patients and staff.
2.2 The contractor shall provide accompaniment for weekly worship services approximately one (1) hour per week fiftysix (52) times per year.
2.3 Memorial holiday and other special event services may be requested by the Government for up to eight (8) onehour services per year.
2.4 The contractor must be able to read music. Music style is mostly traditional sacred hymns with some contemporary songs.
2.5 Responsibilities include several preservice songs a hymn communion song and postlude.
3. PERFORMANCE LOCATION AND HOURS
3.1 Primary place of performance are:
Lake City VAMC 619 S. Marion Ave. Lake City FL 32025 (chapel).
3.2 Working spaces will be provided by the Government.
3.3 Government normal duty hours are 9:30 AM Sundays in Lake City. Contractor access will be provided during this time.
3.4 Outside normal duty hours may occur. These times shall be coordinated with and at the convenience of the Government.
4. MUSICIAN QUALIFICATIIONS
4.1 A minimum of one yearexperience leading Christian worship with accompaniment on piano for comprehensive worship service requirements.
4.2 The service provider shall provide documentation of the following:
a. Ability to demonstrate rhythmic accuracy music sensitivity and overall appreciation of liturgical aesthetics.
b. Demonstrate effective communication skills with a variety of age groups to include children within the pluralistic environment of the Chaplain Corps.
Interested Candidates are requested to forward their resume together with three references from individuals who can attest to the candidates good work and steadiness. Candidates who do not possess the specific attributes/qualifications in 4. MUSICIAN QUALIFICATIIONS above need not apply. This is a parttime position with compensation based on budget and the successful candidates experience and qualifications.
Apply directly at: (scroll down to North Florida/South Georgia VA). 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.