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Part-Time Worship Leader
Keys Church
26347 Highway 82
Park Hill, OK 74451
918-456-1335
Category: Worship/Music Ministry
Denomination: Southern Baptist
Current Church Size: 150-200
Job Type: Part-Time
Title: Part-Time Worship Leader
Supervisor: Senior Pastor
Contract Pay: $10-15k / year
JOB DESCRIPTION
The worship leader works in partnership with the Senior Pastor, while leading the worship ministry and the congregation in a life of gratitude and praise to God. With the help of the Holy Spirit, this person will plan, design, coordinate, and facilitate a unified worship experience - understanding the culture within the church and striving to relate well with church members, and above all, with reverence for the Lord.
We seek a spiritually mature, biblical, and prayerful Christian gifted in leadership of all ages, bringing encouragement and vision for worship to the church as a whole. This is a part-time, contract position of approximately 8-15 hours per week.
Regular attendance and participation in staff meetings is expected, as well as, attendance at elder meetings when requested, and any other duties as assigned. Periodically will be expected to preach/teach on Sunday mornings.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Worship service planning and implementation.
- Coordination of musicians and volunteers.
- Research, locate and make choices about music to be learned and used.
- Prepare music for the team: lyric sheets, chord sheets, sheet music, and associated digital media (e.g., Easy Worship or Pro Presenter).
- Management of music equipment.
- Plan and prepare for events for the purposes of team building and spiritual renewal.
- Plan and prepare for annual team gatherings.
- Plan, prepare and lead auditions for the team.
- Lead team in prayer, team building and worship, as well as a weekly and Sunday morning rehearsal.
- Work closely with any other teams in planning and preparing for church services or other church events.
- Responsible for all technical and aesthetic aspects of worship and coordinating volunteers who serve in that capacity.
- Work with the elders, staff and volunteers to accomplish our purpose to Love God, Love People and Make Disciples both within our church and our surrounding community.
- Plan, implement and evaluate the annual worship calendar, including service formats, themes, and special programs to assure the necessary worship ministry is provided.
- Develop and administer an annual budget for the worship ministry in accordance with the financial policies of
the church.
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS
First and foremost, a worship leader is a mature, devout follower of Jesus Christ, is faithful in the pursuit of God: including prayer, study and application of the Word, and is committed to our purpose as believers: To Love God, Love People and Make Disciples. They are gifted musically and has a passion for leading people in worship of God. They are willing to work humbly in partnership with the Senior Pastor, elders and church staff. They are a gifted communicator, leader, and have a heart for Christ’s Church. They can work well in a team, being creative, collaborative, organized, warm and outgoing, familiar with and enthusiastic about serving Jesus; and has a heart for the unsaved.
Other qualifications are as follows:
- Spiritual growth that is made evident by practicing the marks of Christian discipleship.
- Aligning with Keys Church’s Statement of Faith, Code of Conduct, doctrinal positions, mission, and core values to the degree that they become a member of Keys Church upon hire.
- Possessing the personality, temperament and interpersonal skills to relate and serve effectively within a multi-generational congregation setting.
- Exhibiting evidence of Christian character and servant leadership in professional and personal environments.
- Demonstrating a strong work ethic and personal integrity.
EDUCATION AND SKILLS
- Proficiency in leading worship with a strong vocal ability; ability to lead with a guitar or keyboard is necessary.
- Well-versed in current worship technology (A/V and multimedia; Pro-Presenter, Planning Center or Easy Worship)
- Quality verbal and written communication skills, with computer proficiency.
- Minimum of five years of worship ministry experience is preferred.
HOURS
The position of worship leader is a part-time, contract position, estimated at 8-15 hours per week.
HOW TO APPLY
Please email a cover letter, resumé with 3 references and a video telling us about yourself to office@keyschurch.org. If you have any internet links to videos leading worship, please include them in your application.
