Redemption Praise & Worship Leader/Department Head

job description

Position: Redemption Praise & Worship Leader/Department Head

Report To: Senior Pastor & Executive Pastor

Classifications: Full-time; Salary, Exempt

Hours: Sundays (Worship Service): 7:30am-11:00am
Wednesdays (Band Rehearsal): 7:00pm-9:00pm
Saturdays (Full Rehearsal): 10:00am-12:00pm
Prep Time – as needed
Additional services and Special Events – as needed

objective:

Lead and engage congregational worship for REDEMPTION while developing a music and creative arts ministry team who operates in excellence.

requirements:

Experienced Worship leader who has a heart for the Lord and demonstrates a standard for excellence in music ministry
Proven track record in the ministry of praise and worship
Excellent communication skills and ability to exhort and engage the congregation in worship
Skilled in talent recruitment and development, appropriate delegation and works comfortably with all age groups
Possess a high-quality musical background; strong vocals & prefer advanced capabilities on at least one lead instrument
Willingness to remain flexible while working in conjunction with Senior Pastor’s vision for REDEMPTION
Maintain valid Driver’s License
Provide own transportation

responsibilities:

Adhere to policies & procedures as outlined in the REDEMPTION employee handbook
Take shared responsibility for accomplishing the vision of REDEMPTION
Strive to display professionalism and moral conduct becoming of a church environment
Provide overall leadership in music ministry & begin establishing expanded creative arts ministry
Reproduce & maintain the multi-cultural “sound” of REDEMPTION
Oversee auditions for vocals and band members
Effectively communicate, plan, coordinate and develop music ministry plans with respective personnel and other ministries within REDEMPTION
Lead weekly rehearsals for praise team & band members
Recruit, train, and lead worship team members
Plan & select music for weekly worship service & occasional special events
Work with Technical Team to evaluate, recommend, update and improve equipment
Oversee maintenance of musical instruments/equipment
Communicate frequently with Senior and Executive Pastors to receive direction & overall development
Communicate weekly with Greenville’s Technical Team Leader about needs for upcoming service / event
Attend scheduled, local leadership team meetings
Assist Pastors with other assignments as needed

Important Notice: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts and working conditions associated with this position. It does however reflect the principal job elements of this position. This job description does not constitute a contract for employment.

Redemption Praise & Worship Leader/Department Head