Job Overview

We are looking for a pastor/elder to fill the role of Worship Director/Pastor. Our desire is to find someone who has already been ordained as a pastor/elder or who is both willing and qualified to work toward eldership. The primary responsibility of the Worship Pastor/Elder at Heartland Church, as with any other person who holds the office of pastor, is to shepherd God's people. The Worship Pastor will be charged with not only leading the music ministry of Heartland but also caring for the souls of the flock alongside the elders. We believe one of the responsibilities of church staff is to equip the saints for the work of ministry (Ephesians 4:12-16). Therefore, even though we are looking for a full-time candidate if a candidate presents themselves as someone who has the desire to be part-time and we believe him to be the right fit, we will pursue the candidate with the understanding that we will hire an apprentice to assist in the day-to-day. The specific responsibilities are broken down in greater detail in the job description. Please feel free to reach out to the elders at Heartland church if you have any questions. [email protected]

Job Description

• Shepherd
  • Intentionally work to not only serve the worship team but shepherd them.
  • Cast vision for worship team by being devoted to prayer and the study of the word.
  • Ensure the worship ministry at Heartland is a ministry of the Word.
  • Encourage the worship team with the truth of scripture.
  • Shepherd the worship team by reminding them of the privilege it is to lead God's people creating excitement rooted in the gospel.
  • Prioritize discipleship for himself and for the worship team.
  • Serves as an undershepherd to King Jesus, relying on the leading of the spirit.
  • Model's humility for the worship team and the church.
  • Build the worship ministry on the Gospel rather than on an individual.
  • Quick to listen, slow to speak.
  • An equipper of the saints for the work of ministry
  • Spend regular time with worship ministry volunteers both individually and in large groups.
  • Prayerfully select and identify music to be played during the weekly gathering, events, etc.
  • Regularly implementing new music.
• Worship
  • Work with pastoral staff to plan worship services / special events.
  • Prepare and provide all materials needed to worship team members digitally and in-person for rehearsals and services in advance.
  • Lead rehearsals in preparation for worship services or equip team members to do so.
  • Oversee and provide support necessary to band and tech teams during worship services.
  • Able to give and receive feedback in a healthy, biblical way.
  • Lead the congregation from the platform during worship services and special events or equip the worship team to do so.
  • Communicate with and engage worship ministry leaders both on Sunday mornings and throughout the week using multiple communication channels.
  • Develop and maintain an ongoing strategy for recruiting new volunteers.
  • Work with volunteers to sharpen their skills.
  • Manage the worship arts ministry budget.