Job Description

WORSHIP LEADER JOB DESCRIPTION


Position Summary:

The Worship Leader is responsible for planning, coordinating, and leading contemporary worship services and music ministries of the church, including the Adult Worship Team and Youth Praise Team. This individual plays a vital leadership role in the spiritual life of the church and is expected to demonstrate a clear, God-ordained calling to worship ministry, seeking God’s guidance in all decisions and leadership responsibilities.

Accountability & Relationships

The Worship Leader will be under the direct supervision of the Senior Pastor and Personnel Committee with indirect supervision from the Deacons. The Worship Leader is ultimately responsible to the church body and will be a member of the Vision Team. Scheduled meetings with the Senior Pastor for input, scheduling, feedback, and planning are expected, as well as regular meetings with the Vision Team, Worship Team, and Youth Praise Team to plan and coordinate their assistance in ministry.  


Key Responsibilities:

Worship Leadership & Planning

  • Plan and lead Christ-centered contemporary worship services that support the church’s mission and vision
  • Prepare and distribute the weekly order of service to pastors and the bulletin coordinator by Wednesday morning
  • Plan and schedule volunteers for worship services using Planning Center, PraiseCharts, Multitracks/Playback, and ProPresenter
  • Remain current with contemporary worship music and trends, introducing new music regularly (at least one new song every 6–8 weeks)
  • Coordinate the Youth Praise Team to lead Sunday morning worship an average of 1–2 times per quarter
  • Conduct and/or coordinate weekly rehearsals for the Adult Worship Team and Youth Praise Team
  • Distribute music and rehearsal materials at least one week in advance
  • Foster a positive, encouraging, and growth-oriented rehearsal environment
  • Actively recruit and develop volunteers for worship and music ministries
  • Coordinate leadership for VBS music and other seasonal programs

Ministry Collaboration & Outreach

  • Support worship and music needs for church ministries and events, including (but not limited to):
  • Kids Praise
  • Vacation Bible School (VBS)
  • Base Camp
  • Summit Kids
  • Youth events
  • Block parties and outreach events
  • Funerals
  • Weddings
  • Plan and participate in worship-centered outreach events designed to reach the unchurched and strengthen believers


Administration 

  • Promote music and worship ministry activities through church announcements, bulletin, website, social media, and other communication channels
  • Coordinate facility use for worship and music activities through the church calendar
  • Prepare and submit worship and music-related budget information to the Finance Team
  • Prepare a monthly worship calendar including Sunday morning, Wednesday evening, and special services, etc


Technical & Facility Responsibilities

  • Coordinate preparation of lyric and sermon slides using ProPresenter for Sunday morning, Sunday night, and Wednesday night services
  • Be present at the church at least 30 minutes prior to worship services and practices and remain at least 30 minutes afterward to secure the building


General Expectations

  • The Worship Leader and family will be expected to become active members of the church body and participate in church services, activities, and outreach
  • Once worship plans are approved, the Worship Leader is empowered to implement them with the support of the Worship Team
  • Perform additional duties as needed to support the overall ministry of the church


Time Commitment

  • Expected to devote 40 hours per week on-site to ministry responsibilities
  • Weekly hours may include planning, preparation, rehearsals, meetings, and worship services
  • Workload may vary week to week depending on ministry needs


Compensation & Benefits

  • Weekly salary based on experience
  • Vacation Days: 2 weeks annually
  • Sick Leave: Up to 4 compensated sick days per year


About the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church

Letting no mountain stand in the way of reaching others with the gospel of Christ.

Our Sunday morning service is at 10:00 am.

Wednesday night service starts at 6:00 pm. We have services for all ages!

Published 1 week ago
Job TypeFull-time
Education RequiredSome College
Experience Required1 - 5 years
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