Qualifications


Character



  • Has identity rooted in Christ

  • Called to proclaim the gospel and make disciples

  • Meets the biblical, moral qualifications for church leadership

  • Able to work well with leadership team of the church

  • Exhibits humility and a willingness to serve

  • Engages in a lifestyle of worship

  • Is trustworthy, dependable, teachable, and accountable


Leadership



  • Works well with teams of musicians and singers

  • Plans ahead in harmony with others

  • Demonstrates some organizational and administrative ability

  • Aware of own weaknesses and how to build a team

  • Supports and pursues an existing ministry vision

  • Communicates well with others in various forms

  • Committed to equipping others for ministry


Abilities



  • Gifted to lead others in worship

  • Articulates clear theology of salvation

  • Practices a philosophy of ministry in harmony with church leadership, especially understanding of discipleship

  • Has facility with both contemporary worship and modernized hymns

  • Appreciates liturgical elements such as classic prayers and readings

  • Capable vocalist and instrumentalist (guitar or keyboard preferred)

  • Experienced in leading worship

  • Able to teach others


Responsibilities



  • Maintain a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

  • Spend time developing relationships with non-Christians both to advance the kingdom as well as to understand the community.

  • Participate in broader disciple-making ministries of the church.

  • Build the necessary teams to lead a worship ministry that facilitates an experience in the presence of God.

  • Plan worship services in consultation with the Senior Pastor.

  • Oversee musical selection, media preparation and presentation, sound and lighting, and coordination of teams.

  • Direct worship team meetings and rehearsals as needed.

  • Oversee the worship department budget, organization, and volunteers.

  • Manage online and software accounts used to plan and lead worship.

  • Ensure maintenance of instruments and audio-video equipment.

  • Lead worship ministry teams toward gradually greater excellence.

  • Scout for musicians and develop a process for integration.

  • Communicate well with other staff, leaders, and team members.

  • Fulfill other duties as relevant to role.

  • Report directly to the Senior Pastor.


Qualified applicants are asked to provide ALL of the following:



  • Brief Cover Letter (including a statement that the applicant agrees with the statement of faith).  Also, include a video link of applicant leading worship (including transitions between songs).










  • Resume with work history, including dates, position, and supervisor.

  • Letters of reference from three people regarding the applicant's worship ministry in the local church. (This can be sent after we have responded to your cover letter and resume.)