JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Worship Leader works in partnership with the Lead Pastor, while leading a worship ministry and the congregation in a life of gratitude and praise to God. With the help of the Holy Spirit, this man or woman will plan, design, coordinate, and facilitate a unified worship experience – understanding the culture within the church and striving to relate well with church members, yet with reverence for the Lord, above all. We seek a spiritually mature, biblical, prayerful Christian gifted in leadership of all ages, bringing encouragement and vision for worship to the church as a whole. This is a part-time, contract position of approximately 15 hours per week, with future growth potential to a full-time ministry position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES• Worship service planning and implementation.• Coordination of Musicians and Volunteers.• Research, locate and make choices about music to be learned and used.• Prepare music for team: lyric sheets and chord sheets through Planning Center, as well as digital media for service through Easy Worship.• Plan and prepare for infrequent special worship events.• Coordinate and facilitate rehearsal practice.• Plan, prepare and lead auditions for the team.• Lead in prayer, reading of Scripture, and transitions on stage.• Work closely with any other teams in planning and preparing for church services or other church events.

• Responsible for all technical and aesthetic aspects of worship and coordinating volunteers who serve in that capacity.• Work with Elders, Staff and volunteers to accomplish our purpose of glorifying God through Gospel-centered Worship, Service and Community.• Develop and administer an annual budget for the worship ministry in accordance with the financial policies of the church.• Participation in church activities and ministries when available.

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONSFirst and foremost, a Worship Leader is a mature, devout follower of Jesus Christ, is faithful in the pursuit of God including prayer, and study and application of the Word. He or she is gifted musically and has a passion for leading people in worship of God and enthusiastic about serving Jesus. Other qualifications are as follows:• Spiritual growth, evident by practicing the marks of Christian discipleship.• Aligned with Wellspring's purpose, doctrinal positions, and mission, to the degree that they become a member of Wellspring Church upon hire.• Possesses personality, temperament and interpersonal skills to relate and serve effectively within Wellspring Church.• Exhibits evidence of Christian character and servant leadership in professional and personal environments.• Demonstrates a strong work ethic, personal integrity, and the ability to work together with other staff members in a cooperative manner.

EDUCATION AND SKILLS• Proficiency in leading worship with a strong vocal ability. Ability to lead with a guitar or keyboard is necessary.• Well-versed in current worship technology is a plus (A/V and multimedia; Easy Worship; Pro Presenter; Planning Center.)• Quality verbal and written communication skills, with computer proficiency.• Bachelor's degree from a Christian college or university aligned with a ministry focused major is preferred, but not required.• Minimum of three years of worship ministry experience is preferred.

HOURSThe Worship Leader is a part-time contract position, estimated at 15 hours per week.

TO APPLYPlease email a resumé with 3 references to [email protected].