About this role
Position Title: Director of Music/Accompanist (DMA) Location: Chapel, Naval Air Station (NAS) Jacksonville, Florida
Key Responsibilities
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Provide musical direction and piano/keyboard accompaniment for Catholic and Protestant worship services, including preludes, hymns, choral pieces, offertories, postludes, and other music as required.
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Collaborate with chaplains/CRMPs to select choral works, hymns, and other worship music.
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Lead and direct other musicians and vocalists in rehearsals and services.
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Ensure all music performed is appropriate to the religious tradition being observed.
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Submit timely inputs for worship bulletins/programs and requests for music equipment, supplies, and scores.
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Report needed repairs or improvements to chapel-owned pianos, keyboards, and equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
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Proficiency as a pianist/accompanist with experience supporting diverse worship traditions.
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Ability to sight-read and direct four-part musical scores for choirs and ensembles.
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Demonstrated experience leading music programs in a religious, military, or similar institutional setting.
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Knowledge of Navy organizational culture and pluralistic ministry requirements (or ability to demonstrate within three months).