Worship Director/Pastor

Job Description

Job Description: Worship Pastor / Worship Leader Job Description

Grace Bible Church – Washington, IL

Position Summary

The Worship Pastor (or Worship Leader) will shepherd the congregation of Grace Bible Church in glorifying God through Christ-centered, biblically grounded worship. This role is both pastoral and musical: leading our people in worship that is rooted in the Word, exalts Christ, and builds up the body through Spirit-led excellence.

NOTE** THE FOLLOWING RESPONSIBILITIES ARE FOR A FULL-TIME POSITION. THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY PART-TIME WORKING INTO FULL-TIME; THEREFORE, PART-TIME RESPONSIBILTIES AND HOURS WILL BE NEGOTIATED.

Primary Responsibilities

Worship Leadership

• Lead Sunday worship gatherings with humility, authenticity, and joy.
• Plan services in collaboration with the Senior Pastor, ensuring Scripture, prayer, and song flow together with theological depth.
• Select music that reflects biblical truth, a balance of historic hymns and modern worship, and congregational accessibility.
• Model and cultivate a heart of worship beyond performance—guiding people into the presence of God.

Team Development

• Recruit, equip, and shepherd volunteer musicians, vocalists, and AV/tech team members.
• Provide spiritual encouragement and discipleship for the worship team.
• Schedule rehearsals and mentor musicians in both skill and heart.

Pastoral Care & Ministry

• Care for the spiritual health of the worship team and congregation.
• Partner with other ministry leaders to encourage unity and Gospel-centered mission.

Administrative Duties

• Oversee music licensing, media preparation, and sound/tech support.
• Work with elders on budgeting for worship ministry needs.

Qualifications

Spiritual & Pastoral

• A clear testimony of salvation through Jesus Christ and ongoing growth in the faith.
• A calling to shepherd God’s people in worship.
• Alignment with Grace Bible Church’s statement of faith and core values.
• A lifestyle marked by humility, integrity, and love for God’s Word.

Musical & Leadership

• Proficiency in at least one primary instrument (guitar or piano preferred).
• Strong vocal ability with the capacity to lead a congregation in song.
• Ability to train and direct musicians with grace and clarity.
• Experience in leading worship in a church setting preferred, but not required.

Position Details

• Reports to: Senior Pastor
• Status: Part-Time Hourly (5-10 hours/week), moving to Full-Time Salaried (40-45 hours/week)
• Compensation: Commensurate with experience, education, and availability (min. starting $20/hr-max. starting $35/hr
• Start Date: Open until filled

How to Apply

Please submit:

• A personal testimony of faith and calling to worship ministry.
• A resume including ministry and musical experience.
• A video or audio sample of you leading worship (if available).

Email applications to: worshippastor@gbcwa.org