Job Overview

UCC is a Word and gospel-centered, multiethnic church community located in the Los Angeles community of Ladera Heights. We passionately worship and serve the Triune God with heart, soul, mind, and strength. We aim to radiate Christian love to those within our community, as well as to passionately and intentionally present the message of the cross to our community and broader city.

We seek a Director of Music/Assistant Pastor of Music. The DOM is responsible for leading and overseeing the worship ministry at UCC. This role involves spiritual leadership, musical oversight, and the development of worship teams.

Job Description

Position: PT Director of Music/Assistant Pastor of Music (15-20 hours)

Location: Los Angeles, CA: (Ladera Heights, Culver City, Westchester; Neighborhoods)

Reports to: Lead Pastor

Mission: Make disciples who love God, love people, and love our city.

The Salary: 20-30k Depending on Qualifications and experience

The Director of Music/Assistant Pastor of Music will be responsible for leading the congregation in worship through music, ensuring that worship services are spiritually vibrant, edifying, formative, and rich. This role requires spiritual maturity, musical skill, leadership ability, and a passion for fostering Christ-centered disciples and developing a healthy culture of worship within the church.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Worship Leadership:
   • Collaborate with the Senior Pastor to plan and implement Sunday worship services.
   • Lead worship during weekend services, special events, and other church activities.
   • Develop and implement a comprehensive worship strategy that aligns with the church's mission, vision, and theological values.
   • Ensure the worship experience is spiritually vibrant, welcoming, and engaging.
   • Select songs and coordinate worship sets that reflect the church's style and theological convictions.
2. Worship Team Development:
   • Recruit, train, and mentor musicians, vocalists, and other worship team members.
   • Coordinate rehearsals to ensure team members are well-prepared for services.
   • Foster a healthy and supportive environment within the worship team.
   • Provide individual and group training for team members on musical and spiritual growth.
3. Worship Planning and Coordination:
   • Collaborate with the senior pastor and other ministry leaders to align worship services with sermon passages, themes, and church events.
   • Plan worship services, including choosing songs, preparing liturgies, and coordinating with technical teams (e.g., AV)
   • Manage the worship ministry calendar to ensure the smooth execution of regular services and special events (e.g., holidays, conferences, retreats).
4. Spiritual Leadership:
   • Provide spiritual guidance to the worship team, encouraging a lifestyle of worship and personal devotion.
   • Lead by example in living out the values of worship, discipleship, commitment to the local church, and service.
   • Foster an atmosphere of prayer, reflection, and worship within the team and congregation.
5. Administrative Duties:
   • Manage the worship ministry budget, ensuring resources are allocated appropriately.
   • Maintain and oversee the scheduling of volunteers and worship team members.
   • Handle the purchasing and upkeep of worship-related equipment and resources (e.g., instruments, music, sound equipment).
   • Prepare and submit reports as needed regarding ministry activities and progress.
6. Professional Development:
   • Seek opportunities for training, development, and growth in musical, spiritual, and leadership areas.
   • Evaluate worship services and events to identify areas for improvement and innovation. Participate in the Service review with the Senior Pastor.
7. Pastoral Care:
   • Be available to pray for and care for the church congregation, especially those involved in the worship ministry. Be willing to provide constructive feedback and corrective feedback when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Spiritual Maturity: A committed Christian with a deep personal relationship with Christ, commitment to the scriptures, and a heart for worship and ministry.
• Leadership Experience: Previous experience in worship ministry leadership, with a track record of successfully leading worship services and teams.
• Godly: A person of honesty and integrity
• Humble: Willing to work alongside others, to collaborate and receive feedback. Willing to admit fault when mistakes are made.
• Musical Proficiency: Skilled in leading worship with an instrument (e.g., guitar, piano) and/or vocals. Familiarity with a range of musical styles, including contemporary, traditional, gospel, and others.
• Communication: Strong communication skills, both in leading worship and in collaborating with other ministry leaders and the congregation.
• Education: Formal or informal theological training or equivalent experience is preferred. A music or worship arts degree is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with sound systems, audiovisual technology, and the use of software tools for planning worship services (e.g., Planning Center Online).

Personal Attributes:

• Passionate about leading others in worship and helping people connect with God.
• A humble servant-leader who values teamwork and personal growth.
• Committed to ongoing spiritual and professional development.
• A heart for reaching the lost and building up the saints.
• Possessing Biblical & Theological Depth.

Work Environment:

• Weekly responsibilities include leading services, rehearsals, team meetings, and planning sessions.
• Some evening and weekend work will be required for rehearsals, services, and special events.