What are the responsibilities and job description for the Worship Leader position at First Baptist Church of Peru?
Worship Leader Job Description
First Baptist Church of Peru is a mid-sized American Baptist church located in Peru, IN. We are seeking a qualified candidate to serve as our principal worship organizer and leader. This individual will take on responsibilities that have previously been handled by a volunteer leader who desires to transition out of that role. The church and its leadership feel the best path forward is to pay an intern or staff member. This role will require ~10-20 hours per week. Pay consummate to experience but will not exceed $10,000 annually. No additional benefits can be offered at this time.
Job Responsibilities
· Serve as the primary, on-stage worship leader of the PFBC worship team.
· Organize and schedule speakers for elements of worship such as welcome/announcements and benediction.
· Be in conversation with the Senior Pastor to create the weekly service order for worship.
· Coordinate all audio elements of worship production, including click tracks and song selections.
· Maintain musical and sound equipment, informing the church when new equipment or repairs are needed.
· Works with the media team to ensure accuracy of projected worship lyrics and other materials.
· Maintain ongoing record of song lyrics, chord charts, master song list, and other musical information for worship team members.
· Purchase loops credit/ licenses as needed to facilitate catalog growth.
· Run weekly worship rehearsal, currently on Sunday morning, to prepare for Sunday service.
· Work with the Senior Pastor to facilitate worship at special seasonal services (Reservoir Service, Christmas Eve, and Maundy Thursday)
· Create the Annual Report for the Worship Team
Qualifications
Our ideal candidate is …
· A Christian, who can affirm the core theology of PFBC.
· Musically talented (vocally, instrumentally, or both).
· A good written and verbal communicator.
· Administratively strong with good attention to detail.
· Theologically thoughtful about worship songs and their impact on the congregation.
· An excellent team player.
· Willing to commute to Peru for Sunday service and any other responsibilities which require physical presence (if not already a resident of Peru).
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to $10,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Ability to Commute:
- Peru, IN 46970 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Peru, IN 46970: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10,000