Job Description:
WORSHIP MINISTER

Hilliard Church of Christ

Sing to the LORD, for he has done glorious things; let this be known to the world.
Isaiah 12:5

JOB SUMMARY
The worship leader will work closely with our senior minister to cultivate a worship service and worship
teams that will help lead our congregation to see and savor the greatness of God. They will foster a
dynamic congregational worship, bringing an assortment of old and new worship songs to encourage the
glorification of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

JOB CLASSIFICATION
This position is a full time position

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
They will work under the direction of the Ecclesiastical Leadership ( senior minister and eldership) and
report directly to the senior minister, as his supervisor. .

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
● The ability to speak, read and write the English Language
● Must pass all pertinent Criminal, Financial and Sexual Misconduct testing as appropriate
● Active, energetic and in good physical and mental health to interact with the congregation
● Ability to use basic computer software
● Familiarity with audio visual equipment required to create a service in a digital environment
● Effective listening and communication skills both orally and written to work collaboratively with all
staff
● Must be able to speak clearly and effectively in front of a large group
● Weekly and monthly staff meeting attendance is required with the senior minister and elders
along with updates in writing

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
● Study at Seminary or Christian University Degree is preferred but not required
● A deep-seated relationship with Jesus Christ
● Commitment to Biblical Principles and teachings both professionally and personally
● Passionate heart for worship
● Gifts of leadership, teaching and administration
● Enthusiasm and charisma in communication regarding biblical truths
● Commitment to excellence

PHILOSOPHY OF MINISTRY
● A charismatic leader who is a team player and will work with Ministerial staff to execute an
energetic, spiritual and biblically sound Sunday service
● Philosophy that worship is an integral part of the Christian walk and serves to bolster our personal
relationships with God
● Discipleship is a mission of our congregation, you and your family will participate in ongoing
discipleship, bible studies and church activities
● If married: spouse must be fully supportive of the worship ministry and the church
● This ministry is not 9-5. Hours are negotiated and weekends are required
● Ministry may be asked to perform for special events in addition to the normal duties
● Desire to work together with staff in order to move all ministries of HCC in the same direction with
the same vision and in unity believing that we are all a part of the body and must work in concert
to the good of the kingdom

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
PROGRAM LEVEL
● Plan a weekly Sunday worship service. Choosing hymns and songs that engage the congregation
and support the reading and preaching of God’s Word
● Model and lead heartfelt worship in an invitational style that encourages participation and points
toward Jesus
● Familiarity with AV and technological requirements to build and deliver a worship service both live
and online
● Lead and schedule weekly rehearsals that prepare and cultivate a Christ centered relationship
● Build on current traditions and develop a vision of where God may be directing our church
● Be a team player

LEADERSHIP LEVEL
● Continually build a team of adult and student volunteers who will serve on the worship team
● Recruit, audition and train musicians in the church to serve the congregation with humility
● Willingness to serve and move into a pastoral role within the greater church if necessary
● Desire to grow and learn

ADMINISTRATIVE LEVEL
● Evaluation and selection of slides and songs used during the worship session
● Maintain a well planned, balanced program throughout the entire year even when on vacation or
personal time off
● Lead out the development of a budget to provide for ministry needs regarding programing, music
and technological needs
If interested in applying for this position please send your resume by email to:
Hilliard Church of Christ, Jeremy Klein at jklein@hcchrist.org