JOB OVERVIEW
The Minister of Music will demonstrate a strong commitment to Jesus Christ while developing and implementing a music ministry that enhances the worship of God and whole ministry of the church. The Minister of Music will work with the Senior Pastor to minister in a multi-racial, multi-cultural setting, providing spiritual leadership and musical direction.
ACCOUNTABLITY
The Minister of Music reports to the Senior Pastor.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
These are subject to change according to need and in conjunction with other staff.
1. Plan, schedule, prepare, and implement worship music for Sunday services, Wednesday services, and special services that are engaging, excellent, and explicitly planned.
2. Develop and lead worship teams, both vocal and instrumental. This would include soloists and other vocal teams.
3. Development of musicians and expand the variety of instrumentalists.
4. Audition singers and instrumentalists.
5. Assist in service planning, in-house production, developing worship leaders, developing multiple worship teams, and help to expand the ministry to become a full-census worship and creative arts ministry.
6. Overall accountability for the total music ministry of COFCI, including the following:
- Adult choir and Praise Team (weekly rehearsal and Sunday worship)
- Worship band/team (weekly rehearsal and Sunday worship)
- Children and/or youth choir/Praise Team rehearsals and performances
- Secure substitutes to provide music leadership when needed
7. Recommend purchases of all music, supplies, equipment, and supervise their maintenance.
8. Attend church staff meetings (weekly) and regular worship planning meetings (quarterly).
9. Assist in the development of the music and performing arts budget.
10. Participate in and encourage music outreach to the community.
11. Grow and develop the music ministry in line with the mission and vision of COFCI.
12. Developing the habits for spiritual growth: Bible study, prayer, tithing, and fellowship.
13. Other responsibilities as time and giftedness permits.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
Personal Attributes
· A personal, up to date relationship with Jesus Christ
· A person of integrity and Christian Character
· Good verbal and written communication skills
· Positive and enthusiastic attitude. Not prone to anger, criticism, or negativity.
· Ability to teach and train others
· Clear testimony of conversion
· Passion to lead people in worship
· Gifts of leadership, organization, and administration
· Creates ownership of ministry, and is task-oriented, and independently motivated
· Musically gifted and trained
· Committed to spiritual growth
· Effectively builds relationships
· Able to utilize the giftedness of others and encourage creativity
Technical Competencies
· Proficiency in organ, piano, voice, and music direction
· Skill in choir training and selection of appropriate music
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
· At least three years (paid) part-time experience in a church setting in worship leadership preferred.
· Three to five years of experience as a Minister of Music and/or organist/pianist
· Familiarity with variety of worship styles including traditional, hymns, charismatic, Pentecostal, and contemporary Christian.
COMPENSATION
Negotiable, DOE