Job Overview

About Bethel Church (Richland, WA)

Bethel Church is a vibrant, multi-generational church with deep roots in the Tri-Cities community. Our Mission is to be and make disciples who are centered on Jesus so that every square inch of our lives, our church, our region, and the world are transformed for the glory of God.

Our Values We are shaped by five core values that guide our life together:

• The Journey – We are all in process
• Real Relationships – We were made for community
• Diverse Unity – We unite around Jesus
• Sacred Rhythms – We practice the ways of Jesus
• Generous Lives – We reflect God's generosity toward us

Community & Context Located in Richland, Washington, at the heart of the Tri-Cities (Richland, Pasco, and Kennewick), our church is surrounded by a thriving region of over 200,000 people. Richland is known for its family-friendly neighborhoods, highly ranked schools, outdoor recreation along the Columbia River, and its role as home to world-class research at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. The Tri-Cities are growing rapidly, creating a unique opportunity for gospel impact.

Why Bethel?

At Bethel, worship is not just music — it is the heartbeat of our community, shaping us to live as disciples who love God and serve others. As Worship Director, you'll step into a church with a strong legacy, a healthy staff culture, and a passionate volunteer base. You'll help us continue building a culture of Christ-centered worship marked by theological depth, musical excellence, and Spirit-led creativity — all in pursuit of seeing every square inch transformed for God's glory.

Job Description

Position Title: Worship Director

Position Status: Full-time, Hourly Reports to: Sunday Services Director

Position Summary

The Worship Director will work under the direction of the Sunday Services Director to build, lead, and shape Bethel's worship ministry. This person will empower volunteers, develop leaders through Bethel's Leadership Pipeline, and ensure that the worship ministry aligns with Bethel's mission to be and make disciples who are centered on Jesus—transforming every square inch of our lives, our church, our region, and the world for the glory of God.

Qualifications

• A member of Bethel Church who exemplifies spiritual maturity, moral integrity, and a vibrant, growing relationship with Jesus.
• Actively living out Bethel's mission and embodying our Church and Staff values.
• Demonstrates a passion for worship and prayer, with a growing love for the local church and its mission.
• Strong leadership ability, with experience in recruiting and developing leaders
• Competent musical ability (vocal and instrumental), with enough theory knowledge to lead and coach a band effectively.
• Solid theological foundation with alignment to Bethel's statement of faith and worship philosophy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; team-oriented.
• Committed to healthy relationships and personal accountability.
• Strong work ethic, time management, and organizational skills.

Key Competencies

Leadership Development

• Recruit, train, and raise up leaders at all levels using Bethel's Leadership Pipeline.
• Mentor and equip worship volunteers, fostering both spiritual and skill growth.
• Build a culture of collaboration, accountability, and team health.

Musical Leadership

• Lead the congregation, vocally and instrumentally, into authentic worship.
• Provide clear musical leadership for the band, including arrangements, rehearsals, and live leadership.
• Coach musicians in their craft, using musical language and theory to help them improve.
• Catalyst for continual musical and spiritual growth across the team.

Theological Alignment

• Ensure song selection reflects biblical truth and aligns with Bethel's theology and philosophy of worship.
• Communicate the why behind worship choices, connecting them to discipleship and formation.
• Model whole-life worship, guiding the church to see worship as more than just music.

This job description is not exhaustive, and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed to support Bethel Church's mission.

Bethel Church is an equal opportunity employer.