Worship Pastor/Director

MEMO

From: New Hope

Address: 319 East O St., Ogallala, NE 69153

Phone: 308-284-6550

Email: matt@newhopetogether.com

Website: newhopetogether.com

Date: 4/01/2026

Subject:  Worship Pastor/Director

An exciting job opportunity has opened at New Hope Church in Ogallala, Nebraska. New Hope is seeking someone who can grow, manage, lead, and coordinate a worship team. We're looking for someone with experience who connects well with people and music. This position offers competitive pay and attractive benefits for the right candidate. New Hope is a word/spirit meaning that we biblically lean into the gifts of the Holy Spirit. We are a church of 450-500 attendees. The ideal candidate must be a follower of Jesus, humble, a good leader, a team player, musical, honest, creative, possess a strong work ethic, and be adaptable. Please send your resume, including three references (one personal and two professional), to matt@newhopetogether.com.

Job Description

Job Title:                                 Worship Pastor/Director

Reports to:                              Lead Pastor Matt Waitley/ Associate Pastor Don Larreau

Exempt Status:                        Pastor/Exempt 

Lead musical worship

-             In cooperation with the Lead/Associate Pastors, plan the order of worship for the regular weekend services.  

-             Research and prepare appropriate music that will enhance worship.

-             Recruit and develop musicians and vocalists into a team of worshipers.

-             Plan Christ-centered activities that will help build up the spiritual lives of all praise team members.

-             Lead musical worship at other functions as needed.

-             Serve in other pastoral roles as needed, based upon your gifting

Biblical and theological study as directed by the Lead Pastor

-             Spend regular time in the study of God’s Word and prayer.

-             Work toward fulfilling the requirements for licensing and ordination through the EFCA.

-             Take advantage of educational opportunities.

-             Attend personal- and team-growth conferences.     

Actively participate in the life of the church

-             Participate in small-group ministries and/or a small group bible study.

-             Participate in serving opportunities when possible.

Manage office relationships and administrative responsibilities

-             Attend regular staff meetings and other meetings as requested by the Lead/Associate pastors.

-             Manage the praise/worship ministry budget.

-             Maintain healthy working relationships with all other church staff and volunteers.

Requirements and qualifications

-             Must be a worshipper, not just a musician or vocalist.

-             Must have above-average musical ability.

-             Must subscribe to the doctrinal statements of faith in our constitution.

-             Must possess strong leadership qualities and abilities.

-             Must be expectant of the moving and work of the Holy Spirit.

Compensation

-             Salary

-             Matching retirement

-             Family health insurance plus partial deductible coverage

-             Cell phone

-             Laptop

-             Vacation

We are a Word & Spirit Church

The Word of God and the Spirit of God point us to Jesus Christ. This is why we are a Word and Spirit church. We are open and expectant of the power and presence of the Holy Spirit in our gatherings. We remain biblical in our approach, as is outlined in 1 Corinthians 14, while not quenching the Spirit as is outlined in 1 Thessalonians 5:19-20. We believe God still heals, restores, and shows up in power as we yield to the Holy Spirit, and He draws us close to Jesus.