Protestant Worship Musician Pianist Keyboardist or Guitarist in Spangdahlem bei Music Ministry International

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

1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES/GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1.1. Scope of Work:

1.1.1.2. The musicians shall serve as the primary musician for the Protestant Worship Service.

The musician shall provide piano or keyboard and/or guitar accompaniment during the worship services, the worship music requirements and expectation of the chaplain assigned to lead the worship service.

1.1.2. Location:

1.1.2.1. Primary facilities, but not limited to for unforeseen reasons or special services, will be Chapel Bldg 3, GK NATO AB, Germany.

1.1.3. Workmanship:

1.1.3.1. All work shall be accomplished within the guidelines of the assigned Protestant Worship Service Chaplain, Air Force Instructions, and the Installation Chaplain’s Policy Statements.

1.1.4. Work to be Accomplished:

1.1.4.1. Coordinate all music support requirements for the Protestant Worship programs with the assigned Protestant Worship chaplain or designated representative. The Protestant Worship chaplain or designated representative (Protestant Community Coordinator) will provide the musician with the necessary information relative for the various chapel services and activities.

1.1.4.2. Coordinate with the assigned Protestant Worship Service Chaplain for special services (including but not limited to “Unity” or “Ecumenical” Services). Musician shall be given a 30-day notice before performing for special services. (Exception: unplanned emergencies such as a memorial or funeral services)

1.1.4.3. The musician will ensure that the weekly worship music lyrics are uploaded onto the appropriate software and ready for the audio/visual tech volunteer to project for the attendees.

1.1.4.4. Coordinate with the respective music team volunteers on their availability for rehearsals and services. They will have a 1-3 month plan for worship music and volunteers for the worship service. This will be done through an online app.

1.1.4.5. Arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of the service. Be in place with appropriate instrument(s) and ready to begin on time with appropriate praise, worship and/or hymn music for the worship service in coordination with lead vocals and/or lead guitar, or other specified volunteer worship leader.

1.1.4.6. Setup and take down all necessary items for rehearsals and worship services. Ensure the areas used will be properly secured upon completion of rehearsals and worship services (This includes being responsible for enforcing the proper care and storage of contract related chapel music equipment and supplies).

1.1.4.7. Properly mark and utilize all music that is copyright protected with the Chapel's Christian Copyright License International (CCLI) number to be located on all sides of documents, presentations, or media. Utilize CCLI/Song Select’s top 100 Christian songs to pick from, as well as, but not limited to one hymn per Sunday worship service.

1.1.5. Competency of Contracted Personnel:

1.1.5.1. The musician must be able to speak, read and write English fluently.

1.1.5.2. Be willing to work in an interfaith environment.

1.1.5.3. Proficiently play the keyboard and/or guitar. The musician must provide a recorded example (via YouTube) to ensure proficiency in various music styles, including contemporary praise worship and hymns.

1.1.5.4. Demonstrate both competence and capability to perform required services for which they are engaged and the ability to skillfully sight read and play music with little or no advanced preparation.

1.1.5.5. Musician must be able to provide Protestant Worship music, all of which will be tailored to meet the worship needs of the service wherein assigned. Musician must possess a working knowledge of the church calendar to be able to anticipate musical needs for presentations during the special seasons of the year.

1.1.5.6. The musician shall be fully qualified to perform the required services without any supervision or direction by Government personnel.

1.1.5.7. In accordance with DODI 1402.5, a Criminal History Background Check and/or Local Files Check must be accomplished for all individuals working with children. Consent to the background check is mandatory. Failure to consent to the background check will be grounds for immediate cancellation of the contract at no further cost to the Government. In the event that a criminal history is found, the contract will be terminated at no further cost to the Government.

1.1.5.8. The musician must furnish a resume including academic and work-related references.

Preferred to have experience playing in religious worship services but not required.

1.1.6. Musician Points of Contact: