Director of Worship and Students

Job Description

Job Description:

DIRECTOR OF WORSHIP AND STUDENTS

Full-time position for a servant of Christ seeking to serve His kingdom by leading worship and youth. The ideal candidate will be equipped to take on a dual leadership role, guiding the church in heartfelt worship with passion while also overseeing student ministries.

JOB DESCRIPTION/DUTIES

Worship Director

• Take direct responsibility for planning, organizing, conducting, evaluating, and ensuring ongoing growth of a comprehensive music ministry.
• Use Planning Center Online for scheduling, communication, song choices, and arrangements.
• Plan and lead music selections, including hymns, that align with the message theme. Collaborate with the Worship Design Team and Pastor to ensure cohesive coordination.
• Strengthen and develop a cohesive team of vocalists, instrumentalists, and media personnel, guiding them as they lead others to create a powerful worship experience.

Student Director

• Shepherd, lead, and organize the Jr. High and High School Ministries (7-12th grade) to facilitate students' transformation through God’s grace.
• Coordinate children’s Sunday ministry by managing a monthly volunteer schedule and preparing rooms with the required curriculum, crafts, and games.
• Invite, train, and empower volunteers to deliver coordinated leadership in the youth and children’s Sunday ministry.
• Facilitate communication among consistory, church, youth, and families, and offer resources to parents and families as necessary.

SPIRITUAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Maintain a personal and developing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Show biblical understanding and affirm Scripture as God's inspired and infallible Word.
• A mature, developing believer who understands the Gospel and can effectively communicate across different age groups.
• Align with the Alliance of Reformed Churches' interpretation of Scripture, as outlined in the ARC’s Unified Beliefs, Creeds, and Confessions.
• Model a strong devotional and family life.

PRACTICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in leading and developing worship and youth ministries is preferred.
• Proficient in leading worship with a working knowledge of lighting, sound, and media software is preferred; training is willing to be provided.
• Dedicated to spiritual integrity and eager to disciple students in their walk with the Lord, while also serving as a resource for their families.
• A four-year degree from an accredited college or university is preferred, or equivalent ministry experience.
• Possesses strong leadership and organizational skills, is a self-starter, consistently well-prepared, and earns the trust and respect of the leadership team.
• Strong communication skills in both spoken and written forms.
• Engaging, relational, and a great presenter who demonstrates through leadership and service.

EMPLOYMENT ARRANGEMENTS

• This is a full-time position which includes a Salary of $50,000-$60,000K DOE, Medical, Dental, Vision, Ministry Mileage, Cell-Phone Allowance, and Professional and Ministry Expenses.

Send Resume, Cover Letter, One Professional Reference, and Two Personal References to: searchteam@nlccwendell.org (Attn: Search Team)