Positions Available

The Austin Chapter AGO provides free job listings to churches, educational
institutions and other non-profit organizations.  If you are interested in posting your
position on our website, please contact Chris Oelkers at (512) 454-0384.  You may
also submit your information electronically by completing the form below and then
clicking the "Submit" button.  

Your position will be posted for up to one month.  If the position becomes filled
before the month is up, please notify Chris immediately so that it may be removed
from the website.  If the position has not been filled after one month, please notify
Chris to ensure that your position will be posted an additional month.  

All postings must be submitted to Chris Oelkers or they will not be posted to
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  • Organist/Pianist, Austin
Northwest Hills United Methodist Church is seeking to hire an
organist/pianist (15 hours per week).  Duties include on Sunday
morning traditional worship service, accompanying the adult choir
rehearsal once a week, accompanying soloists, choirs or instrumental
ensembles in worship, accompanying special programs and services,
and substituting in the absence of the Director of Music.  The salary is
competitive and commensurate with experience.  Please send a
resume and letter of interest to Beth Judd, Director of Music Ministries,
Northwest Hills UMC, 7050 Village Center Drive, Austin, TX 78731, (512)
345-1743, fax: (512) 346-0261, or email: bjudd@nwhillsumc.org.
[posted April 22, 2010]


  • Choirmaster, Austin
The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd is seeking a Choirmaster
(15–20 hours per week) to direct the two adult choirs at two Sunday
morning Eucharists; the services of Principal Feasts, Fasts, and Holy
Week; monthly Choral Evensong; and two regular Wednesday evening
and all other associated rehearsals. Candidates should have a master’s
degree or equivalent experience in choral conducting, church music,
music education, or a related field; experience in a parochial setting;
familiarity with the liturgy of the Church, especially in the
Anglican/Episcopal tradition; strong interpersonal, leadership, planning,
communication, and pastoral skills; and reasonable keyboard
proficiency. For a full description of the position and application
requirements, please visit the parish website at
www.gsaustin.org/worship/music, or contact Eric Mellenbruch, Director
of Music & Organist, at emellenbruch@gsaustin.org, 512-476-3523.
[posted May 12, 2010]


  • Music Director, Victoria
St. Francis Episcopal Church seeks a part-time Music Director with a
degree in music or commensurate life experience.  Must be proficient
in organ and piano; experience with bell choir a plus.  Experience with
sacramental liturgy preferred.  Ability to work collaboratively and to
lead compassionately is a must.  Willing to consider student or
someone who might commute weekly.  Position includes directing and
accompanying both vocal and bell choirs, with rehearsal for each choir
1 X week; playing for 2 Sunday morning Holy Eucharist liturgies, and
Feast Days throughout the year (Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Holy
Week, etc.); music selection and liturgy planning in consultation with
the rector; arrangement for guest and substitute musicians; oversight
of music budget and maintenance of music library; communication
regarding music ministry and opportunities including monthly
newsletter articles; oversight of maintenance and care of all musical
instruments of the church.  The Music Director has first right of
acceptance for weddings and funerals.  Salary commensurate with
experience and education, meeting AGO standards.  Submit resume
with references by mail, email, or fax to The Rev. Faith Bledsoe,
Rector, St. Francis Episcopal Church, 3002 Miori Lane, Victoria, TX
77901.  Phone: (361) 575-0441 / Fax: (361) 575-0442.
[posted June 16, 2010]