Associate Pastor of Worship

Eastman First Baptist Church

Job Description

About Our Church

Eastman First Baptist is a dynamic, growing congregation of 600 in central Georgia. Although we are located in a rural setting, we are a church with a global reach that is committed to taking God's unchanging truth to an ever-changing world.


Position Description

Eastman First Baptist is seeking a qualified candidate to join its ministry team for the purpose of providing planning, oversight and leadership to the full spectrum of music ministries at our church.  


Qualifications

·      Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in worship leadership or ministry

·      Additional seminary education preferred.

·      Must have a strong emphasis on congregational singing.

·      Ability to apply sound theology to song selection. 

·      Adheres to the Baptist Faith and Message 2000. 


Responsibilities

  • Prepare Sunday services for 8:45 AM and 11:00 AM & 6:00 PM.
  • Oversee all practices of both choir and orchestra.
  • Closely assist the Lead Pastor in building worship experiences that support the sermons delivered throughout the year.
  • Prepare and manage the worship ministries’ annual budget.
  • Schedule the band and audio/visual teams through Planning Center.
  • Prepare chord charts, demos, click/multitracks, and supporting tools.
  • Attend staff and leadership meetings.
  • Lead the volunteer worship team through regular communication and help recruit new people for worship and audio/visual teams.
  • Oversee the technical aspects of worship (sound, light, media, staging).
  • Be actively involved in mentoring and shaping the next generation in worship.
  • Provide leadership to the Youth and Children’s Choir ministry. 
  • Other duties as needed. 


Pastoral Duties

·      Cooperate with the other pastors in providing care to members.  

·      Cooperate with the other pastors in carrying out administrative duties and providing leadership to ministry teams. 

·      Cooperate with the other pastors in executing the vision and strategy for the church and its ministries.  

·      Preach during the evening service 3-4 times per year.  


Personal Attributes

·      Personal testimony of having received Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.

·      Evidence of leadership, musical, and ministerial ability through previous experience, responsibilities, and education.

·      A heart to care for and guide people in their walk with God.

·      Evidence of ability to effectively function within the ministry team.

·      Ability to use relevant technology, software, and apps related to duties of both office and worship ministry.


Requirements for Application

·      Resume detailing your professional experience and education.

·      Cover Letter

·       Statement of Ministry Philosophy

·      Link to a YouTube, Vimeo, etc. displaying a video of you leading worship.


All resumes may be sent to the Senior Pastor at [email protected]

About Eastman First Baptist Church

Eastman First Baptist is a dynamic, growing congregation in central Georgia. Although we are located in a rural setting, we are a church with a global reach that is committed to taking God's unchanging truth to an ever-changing world.

Experience Required
5-10 years

Type
Full-time

Education Required
Bachelor's Degree

Date Posted
6 months ago
Location
Eastman, Georgia

Denomination
Baptist: SBC

Church Size
500-750 people


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