Director of Worship

Director of Worship (part-time) SUMMARY The Director of Worship is responsible for working closely with the Lead Pastor in planning and leading the weekly worship gathering, some occasional special events, while giving additional attention to our commitment to be a Gospel Community with a Gospel Mission. WORK HOURS: 15-20 hours per week SUPERVISOR: Lead Pastor COMPENSATION: TBD REQUIREMENTS Love Jesus. Love the local church. Love your neighbors. Grow in your relationship with Jesus through personal devotions, Bible study, fellowship, and service. Embody the character qualities listed in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Galatians 5:22-23. A commitment to excellence. Experience leading musical worship (solo and with a team). Ability to lead music through singing and playing one or more instruments. Knowledge of audio and visual technology related to worship ministry. Be an active member of BMBC (or be willing to become one) and fully aligned with the doctrine (Baptist Faith and Message 2000) of BMBC. Embrace a “team” ministry philosophy, displayed through being humble, hungry and smart. Excellent organizational and relational skills with the desire and ability to develop volunteer leaders and teams. RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but are not limited to, the following) GENERAL Lead by example, reflecting the character of Christ as revealed in the Bible. Attend church functions and participate in a weekly Bible study. Work closely with the Lead Pastor (and other staff) in carrying out the church’s vision and mission. Attend and participate in staff meetings. WORSHIP Lead a team of volunteer musicians, vocalists, and A/V techs. Coordinate, prepare for, and lead weekly practices that have a two-fold purpose: preparation for Sundays and cultivation of Christ-centered community. As requested by the Lead Pastor, help with music and tech-related needs outside of the regular weekly worship gathering (e.g., funerals, weddings, special events). In conjunction with the Lead Pastor, assemble a collection of biblically faithful, congregationally-friendly, gospel-centered songs that can be regularly drawn from in the song selection process. A blend of hymns (classic and modern) and contemporary songs is ideal. In conjunction with the Lead Pastor, select songs that engage the congregation and support the overall teaching ministry of the church, formulate an order of service for each Sunday (knowledge of Planning Center Online is a plus), & develop a plan for growing and improving the church’s music ministry (including technology). Develop and administer an annual budget for the worship ministry in accordance with the church’s financial policies and procedures. EXPECTATIONS Consistently complete duties and responsibilities on time. Maintain a positive relational stance on all fronts. Remain within budgets associated with this position. Achieve goals for this position as it relates to our shared mission and vision. Contribute to a positive and effective team dynamic. Effectively problem solve within the scope of this role. Ongoing improvements and innovations within the scope of this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr