The Northeast Ohio Chapter, AGO is happy to assist organizations in searches for organists. Position postings must include the following minimum information:
- –degree requirements and/or minimum years experience
- –number of hours expected each week
- –is position organist only or will there be choir director responsibilities, concert events, etc.?
- –required monthly meetings
- –salary range (or minimum) you are considering and types of benefits offered (health, vacation, continuing education, etc.)
- –other instruments available for performance.
Items for posting should be sent to Don Jackson, treasurer at [email protected] or you may call 440.454.2934.
Last updated October 5, 2026.
The First Congregational Church UCC of Ravenna
First Congregational, Ravenna is searching for an organist/pianist for Sundays only, no choir rehearsals or other meetings. The organist/pianist will provide keyboard and congregational music for the 10:15 am worship service on Sunday mornings and special holiday services, i.e., Maundy Thursday and Christmas Eve. There is occasionally a soloist to accompany, no choir. We have a recent three-manual Rogers organ and a Yamaha baby brand piano. Base salary is $150 per week. A recent contract is attached here. Interested persons can send questions and resumes to either of the following: [email protected] or [email protected].
First Congregational Church of Hudson (UCC), Hudson, Ohio
First Congregational Church of Hudson (UCC) seeks an experienced collaborative Organist to join our vibrant and growing Music Ministry program. Responsibilities include Worship Leadership and Ensemble Collaboration. Additional responsibilities in the music ministries may be available to qualified and interested candidates. Detailed job description, desired qualifications, compensation and job application procedures can be found here.
Washington Avenue Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Elyria
We are seeking a Director of Music to lead music for our Sunday morning worship services (9:30 a.m.), beginning in September 2026. This is a part-time position (approximately 15 hours per week) and includes responsibility for playing our 18-rank Charles Kegg pipe organ, with secondary use of our Kawaii grand piano. Pickup choir sings once each, Fall and Spring. Degree in organ or church music is not expected
Our congregation values strong congregational singing, and our worship life is both liturgically grounded and progressive in ethos. We maintain designated funds for guest musicians and special music throughout the year. We offer a great context for the Director of Music to flourish and thrive as they move the church to a more profound “Alleluia!”
We are especially interested in candidates who are:
–dynamic and expressive players (organ primary, piano secondary),
–reliable and self-motivated,
–and strong communicators who can collaborate well in a church setting.
Compensation is generous and competitive ($17,500-$22,500) and includes paid vacation and sick leave. A position description is attached here.
St. Joseph Catholic Church, Dover, Ohio
Positions available: Full-time Director of Music and organist
OR Part-time Director of Music and Part-time Organist.
St. Joseph’s is an active, diverse, supportive, friendly church with a wonderful pastor and staff. We have a 16 rank Wicks pipe organ, maintained regularly. A Boston baby grand piano in excellent condition. A traditional Choir of about 25 talented singers and amazing acoustics. Prefer candidates with a college degree and some experience with Catholic masses or at least respectful of traditions, but will consider equivalent training and experience. Current position is full time person at $39,000 plus weddings and funerals, 14 days paid vacation and benefits. Split positions would need to negotiate compensation.
Responsibility as full-time DOM: (30-40 hours/week depending on season)
–Work with and take direction from the Pastor.
–Plan and play for English Masses on Saturday, Sunday, and major holy days, plus a weekly school mass.
–Direct and rehearse with the Traditional Choir September – May.
–Play for funerals and weddings.
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Responsibility as part-time Organist: (10-15 hours/week depending on season)
–Work with the music director to rehearse the choir.
–Play for the school Mass on Friday morning.(usually planned by the school music teacher or DOM)
–Play Saturday afternoon Mass, and two Sunday morning Masses.
–Play for major holy days.
–Play for funerals and weddings.
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To inquire about or apply for this position(s), contact the church by email: [email protected]
Organist, Pilgrim Christian Church (UCC/DOC), Chardon, OH
This is a part time position. Holtkamp pipe organ and Kawai grand piano. One Sunday service (10 AM), choir rehearsal precedes the service. Four weeks paid vacation (not on Easter or Christmas services). There is no degree requirement. The salary is $10K per year (negotiable). Contact Joan Lawrence (440-487-2408) ([email protected]).