Job Summary:
The Worship Leader will provide spiritual and musical leadership to the congregation, guiding them in authentic, gospel-centered worship. This role involves selecting music that aligns with biblical truth, leading weekly rehearsals, and coordinating with the Senior Pastor to ensure the musical elements of each service support the sermon and the church's vision.
Service Title:
Worship Leader
Service Relationships: The Worship Leader reports to the Senior Pastor.
Job Type:
Part-time position 10-15 hours per week
Compensation
Salary: Pay based upon qualifications and experience. ($20k-$27k)
Benefits: Potential for professional development stipends or conference attendance.
Key Responsibilities:
Service Leadership: Lead congregational singing during Sunday morning services and special events (e.g., Christmas Eve, Good Friday, or VBS).
Worship Planning: Collaborate weekly with the Pastor to select songs - including a mix of traditional hymns and contemporary worship that reflect the theological themes of the service.
Team Development: Recruit, audition, and mentor volunteer vocalists and instrumentalists.
Rehearsals: Schedule and lead weekly practices focused on both musical excellence and spiritual preparation.
Technical Oversight: Coordinate with the audio/visual team to manage lyrics projection, sound levels, and livestreaming needs.
Administrative Tasks:
Manage the music budget, maintain CCLI licensing for copyrights, and organize digital resources using tools like Planning Center or ProPresenter.
Qualifications & Skills
Spiritual Maturity: A professing Christian with a lifestyle consistent with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.
Musical Proficiency: Strong vocal ability and the skill to lead from a primary instrument, preferably guitar or piano/keyboard.
Theological Foundation: Ability to discern and select songs that are biblically accurate and theologically sound.
Leadership Style: A servant-hearted leader who can effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse age groups and skill levels.
Experience: Prior experience leading worship in a church or parachurch setting is preferred.
Team Player: Willing to assist other ministry leaders/staff, walking with one another in humility, and encouraging one another in words and deeds.
A member of the Riverwind Church or willing and able to become a member.
