Worship Leader/Music Director

JOB DESCRIPTION FOR PART-TIME WORSHIP LEADER (20 HOURS/WEEK)

CHESTNUT HILL BAPTIST CHURCH

5225 Fort Avenue

Lynchburg, Virginia 24502

Our Worship Leader must have an ongoing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ and desire to see others come to know the Lord through worship.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTION:

The part-time Worship Leader shall assume responsibility for the development and promotion of a comprehensive music program in all areas of church life. He/she will work directly with the Pastor to develop meaningful and creative worship experiences for the congregation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

. Must be able to sing

· Serve as a member of the Church Council

· Plan music for worship services in cooperation with the Pastor and work closely with other worship team members to provide a creative and meaningful worship experience for the congregation.

· Direct the Sanctuary Choir for rehearsals and worship services.

· Direct a hand bell choir for rehearsals and performances

· Serve as a resource for all other music programs and personnel and be willing to assist as time permits

· Assume responsibility for the leadership required for the church music ministry

· Maintain a direct and open line of communication with the Pastor and other church staff and attend staff meetings.

· Manage the acquisition and inventory of the music library (including music for children and youth choirs) and acquisition and maintenance of instruments and equipment, as budgeted and approved by the Stewardship Committee.

· Prepare the annual music budget to be presented to the Stewardship Committee

· Attend seminars, workshops, classes, etc., as deemed necessary in order to perform the position effectively