Worship Director

Worship Director - P/T

Reports to: Senior Pastor
Job Status: Non-Exempt employee, up to 20 hrs/week flexible schedule, Sundays and other planned worship services required. $50-$60/hour, based on experience.

Position Description: The primary responsibility of the Worship Director is to develop, plan and lead a worship experience that attracts and engages both unchurched and regular attenders alike, via compelling music that encourages the worship of God and congregational participation.

Primary Responsibilities
● Organize and lead Sunday Worship music service that blends with the Sermon/Theme. Work closely with the Senior Pastor and the members of the music team to lead a worship time that is inspiring to the congregation. Start this process at least 3 months in advance to deliver the expected output.
● Recruit and manage volunteers and music scholars to participate in rehearsals and worship services.
● Attend weekly planning meetings with key staff members and Elders to discuss details for Sunday service and debrief from prior Sunday service.
● Develop a schedule for musicians, vocalists, and choir with advance notice to ensure volunteer availability for service, ideally 2 months in advance.
● Build relationships with volunteers as part of effectively leading the team
● Plan and lead worship music that is a blend of contemporary and traditional songs that are appealing to younger families as part of our church’s commitment to growing young.
● Coordinate all aspects of worship service by utilizing the Planning Center App and Proclaim.
● Meet with the Choir Leader on a regular basis to discuss the Choir worship schedule and music selections.
● Schedule and lead rehearsal for worship.
● Train backups to substitute for Worship Director for worship during scheduled vacations/absences, with at least one month prior notice.
● Develop and manage the Worship budget in cooperation with Choir Leader and Worship Elders.
● Supervise Choir Leader and Tech Coordinator as part of leading the worship ministry.
● Plan and execute other music experiences as requested by Sr. Pastor and/or Session.

Related Responsibilities
● Regular attendance at staff meetings and Session meetings as requested.
● Attend Worship committee meetings and other planning meetings as needed.
● Maintain professional development through outside study, seminar attendance and/or association relationships as appropriate to fulfilling the position.
● Stay current with and integrate appropriate music and worship style.
● Continue to develop community outreach opportunities through music with local high schools as appropriate.

If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to: ssuryan@cpcfremont.org