Employment

St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church in Jacksonville Beach, Florida, seeks a part time Director of Music.

St. Paul’s by the Sea is a welcoming congregation with an average Sunday attendance over 160.  We are a community of faith, where people know one another and share in life’s joys and challenges.

We are deeply committed to preserving and enriching a long-standing tradition of exceptional music. Our sanctuary boasts nearly flawless acoustics, which enhance the worship experience for our congregation during weekly services and serves as a sought-after venue for both local and national classical music events. Our worship is enriched by a rich blend of traditional hymns, classical compositions, and the diverse hymnody of the Episcopal Church, creating a vibrant and inspiring atmosphere for all who gather here.

Instruments

• Original Schantz 27 rank, 2 manual organ, installed in 1967 and renovated in 1995. Full refurbishment with added enhancements, including a new, customized console and full leather replacement is planned for 2025. This is expected to be completed by the 1st quarter of 2026.
• Steinway B 6-foot Grand piano in the sanctuary provided through our partnership with Beaches Fine Arts
• 2 upright pianos
• 2 Tympani
• Three- and one-half octaves of handbells

Duties & Responsibilities

• Play the organ and/or piano and lead music at liturgies and services on Sunday mornings and other special services as required by the Rector and as described in the church calendar year.  Required additional services: Holy Week, Christmas Eve, feast days and other special services
• Collaborate with the rector in the planning of worship
• Build upon the strong tradition of Anglican Choral music

• Direct an all-volunteer choir augmented by choral scholars, handbell choir and other ensembles as required, including weekly rehearsal for each choir as needed (Fall – Day of Pentecost)

• Hire choral scholars and singers for Proper Sundays and/or special services
• Weddings & funerals principal organist with first right of refusal
• Coordinate with Beaches Fine Arts (BFAS) and other community partners in the delivery of excellent musical programs
• Prepare and monitor the music ministry budget; present an annual budget to the Finance Committee; present annual report at the Annual Parish Meeting
• Manage independent contractor musicians and prepare monthly check requests for same
• Serve as pastoral and spiritual presence to the choir

Qualifications and Skills

• Superb pipe organist/choral director/musician with a commitment to excellence in liturgical worship
• Knowledge of traditional sacred music and Episcopal liturgical practice
• Proficiency in choral conducting (with singers of all ages) to optimize a superior acoustic
• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Collaborative, organized, flexible, sensitive and friendly
• Highly organized, flexible with good leadership and communication skills
• Proficiency in music-editing software; composing and arranging skills a plus

Schedule & Compensation

This position is a part time position including Sunday services and Wednesday evening rehearsals.

Annual base salary range is negotiable commensurate with experience.  Additional income streams are available as the principal organist for weddings and funerals.

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will undergo a criminal background check, complete the required Safe Church Training, and must strictly adhere to Episcopal Church Safe Church policies and guidelines.

The position will start in late spring to early summer (2025).

To Apply

Submit a cover letter, resume, list of three references, and recordings or link to your work to: The Rev. Victor Hailey, Rector: fatherhailey@SPBTS.net.

Job Title: Administrative Resource
Location: Episcopal Diocese of Florida
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Date Posted: 01/21/2025

Position Overview:
The Diocese of Florida is seeking a Administrative Resource to support the clerical needs of the Diocesan office. This role will be responsible for greeting visitors, managing phone and mail inquiries, coordinating meetings and events, and maintaining office organization. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and provide excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet visitors and manage office reception.
• Maintain check log and handle incoming mail and packages.
• Answer phone inquiries.
• Assist with Safe Church and background search inquiries.
• Order office supplies and maintain inventory.
• Assist in scheduling meetings and preparing reports.
• Maintain databases and vendor records.
• Support office equipment maintenance and special projects.
• Support planning of Annual Convention.
• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive information and maintain discretion in all duties.

Qualifications:
Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of administrative or office experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of the Episcopal Church.

Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the Diocese’s mission while working in a fast-paced and engaging office environment. If you’re an organized and proactive individual, we invite you to apply.

To Apply:
Submit your resume and cover letter to HR@DioceseFL.org.
The Diocese of Florida is an equal-opportunity employer.

Compensation: The salary for this position ranges from $36,000 to $38,000 annually, in addition to a comprehensive benefits package that includes Retirement, Medical, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance.