Employment
Open Clergy Positions
Churches that are in the search process for a new clergy person are listed below.
Cathedral Dean | The Cathedral Church of St. Luke, Portland
The Cathedral Church of Saint Luke, established as the cathedral of the Diocese of Maine in 1867, is located in downtown Portland, a historic port city. The leadership and people of the cathedral are looking for a person who radiates a robust faith in Jesus Christ and enjoys celebrating a variety of Episcopal liturgies while also being a committed seeker of justice. They share their facilities with cathedral and community organizations who care for immigrants, people who are hungry, and other vulnerable and marginalized communities. The cathedral’s campus is shared with Loring House, the diocesan office, and the next dean will be an active partner in continuing the long tradition of cooperation and friendship among the cathedral and diocesan communities. We are a predominantly older, white parish and, as the greater Portland community becomes more diverse, we feel called, and are hopeful of also becoming more diverse. Read the St. Luke’s Ministry Profile here. To apply, please email Transition and Deployment Officer the Rev. Suzanne Roberts or call her at 207-749-4166.
Rector | St. Ann’s Episcopal Church, Windham
St. Ann’s is a warm, active, and welcoming parish in the heart of Windham, a growing suburb of Portland. The vestry and congregation are eager to partner with a full-time rector who shares their vision of a joyful, inclusive church where faith is lived through worship, service, and community connection. They look forward to discovering together what God has in store for their next chapter. Lutheran as well as Episcopal candidates will be considered, and applications will be accepted until Jan. 5, 2026. Read the St. Ann’s Ministry Profile here. To apply, please email Transition and Deployment Officer the Rev. Suzanne Roberts or call her at 207-749-4166.
Open Positions around the Diocese
Churches and related organizations with open positions are listed below.
Summer Music Director | Trinity Episcopal Church, York Harbor
Trinity Church in York Harbor, is seeking a new music director in 2026. As a summer chapel, Trinity’s season runs from mid-June to Labor Day. The church seats over 400, and has a well-maintained Wicks pipe organ and two Yamaha pianos: a grand and an electronic model. The choir of around 16 singers has a long tradition of excellence. Read the Music Director job description link here. For more info, email Dr. Bill Wieting or call him at 207-363-5258.
Half-time Assistant Director | Communities for Spiritual Vitality
The Communities for Spiritual Vitality is a grant-funded initiative originating from the Dioceses of Vermont and Massachusetts that seeks to support the spiritual formation and fellowship of laypeople throughout Province 1. Its primary focus is on those in parishes without full-time access to clergy. The half-time assistant director will work under the direction of and in partnership with the director on most areas of strategic development for the initiative. Hours per week fluctuate based on programmatic rhythms. Applicants should reside within Province I and commit to travel to meet with the director regularly and perform program functions. Although this position assumes a priest or deacon, a layperson with strong experience in the spiritual formation of others will also be considered. Learn more, including how to apply, here.
Part-time Choir Director | Emmanuel Lutheran Episcopal Church, Augusta
Emmanuel Lutheran, a small but spirited parish, is seeking a part-time choir director. The church’s volunteer choir performs twice a month and rehearses weekly, September through May, with additional performances on Christmas Eve and during Holy Week. The ideal candidate will help Emmanuel Lutheran grow in confidence, expand the choir and congregation’s knowledge of singing, and bring joy to their worship through music. For more information, please email the Rev. Ben Cooke, rector at Emmanuel Lutheran, or call 207-623-9486.
Part-time Sexton | The Episcopal Church of St. John Baptist, Thomaston
St. John Baptist seeks a cheerful, friendly, part-time (15 hrs./week) sexton who will be responsible for weekly cleaning and minor general maintenance of the church facility, interior and exterior. Other duties include:
- In conjunction with the Junior Warden, help oversee contractors for larger projects, hiring and oversight as well as completion.
- Ensure the church is locked up each night, lights are out, and no one is inside.
- Make daily rounds looking for debris, flammables, valuables, and items out of place.
- Help with spring cleaning, re-stowage of high use spaces, and various work projects.
Applicants must have at least a high-school diploma or equivalency; a minimum of two years of handyman work or relevant experience, and be able to complete Safe Church training and a background check. Pay is $25/hr. Anyone interested should email the church office.
Part-time Music Director | St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church, Camden
The part-time music director will be responsible for leading, building, and sustaining the instrumental and choral music offerings of the church, with particular attention to congregational singing. St. Thomas’ has a 1992 Schantz pipe organ with 37 ranks in three divisions and Chickering grand piano. The salary range is $20,000 – $26,000 commensurate with experience. Those interested are asked to contact Interim Rector, the Rev. Paul Briggs.
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