What are the responsibilities and job description for the Modern Worship Leader position at New Life?
Job Overview
New Life Church is a growing community of believers in Pell City, AL. Located in a lake community near Logan Martin Lake, Pell City is conveniently in close proximity to Birmingham, AL and easily accessible to Atlanta, GA. We exist to Glorify God, Make Disciples, and Bless others in Jesus’ name. We desire for all people to experience New Life in Jesus Christ! We seek to be continually grounded in the God’s Word and guided by His Spirit as we follow in faith.
New Life is a new church at just over two years old, and God has been continually providing growth! We are currently in the process of building a new church home. We are now seeking a part-time worship leader for the modern worship service. The ideal candidate will be musically and vocally gifted, spiritually mature, a faithful follower of Jesus who has experience leading worship at a similar sized church (or larger). This part-time position will require approximately 15 hours per week which will include Sunday morning services, rehearsals needed during the week, staff meetings, and other special times of worship throughout the year.
The New Life Modern Worship Leader will work with the Senior Pastor, staff, and volunteers to fulfill the vision and culture of modern worship at New Life Church. The Worship Leader will be expected to provide leadership and direction of the worship service and other special ministry events. Additionally, he or she will work to ensure a cohesive vision and direction for these services, and occasionally, assist in other services as needed.
Responsibilities
- Works closely with Senior Pastor in planning worship services weekly
- Leads the worship portion of the modern worship service; supports other music ministries in the church
- Leading worship in 1-2 modern worship services weekly
- Identify and recruit musicians and any other volunteers needed for the worship team
- Oversee or work alongside the church’s media/tech team
- Maintain all musical instruments owned by the church
- Attend church staff meetings, trainings, retreats, conferences etc.
Requirements
- A strong personal faith in Jesus Christ
- An understanding and full agreement with New Life Church’s Faith and Practices (beliefs)
- 3 years’ experience leading worship in a similar church setting.
- Significant skills as a vocalist and instrumentalist.
- Broad knowledge of modern Christian worship music
- Bachelor’s degree; formal training in music (specifically Christian music) is preferred.
- Excellent communication, both orally and written
- Computer skills sufficient to prepare needed visuals for worship each week
We invite you to apply if you are ready to share your musical talents and spiritual gifts in order to draw people into closer relationship with Jesus Christ!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20,000.00 - $23,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 10 – 15 per week
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Worship Leader: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Pell City, AL 35128 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20,000 - $23,000