Director of Contemporary Worship
About The Position
The Worship Department seeks to advance and support our vision by providing spiritual leadership, musical direction, and creativity to corporate worship and prayer that is theologically grounded, artistically excellent, pastorally sensitive, fostering congregational participation and spiritual formation. The Director of Contemporary Worship is responsible for leading, developing, and overseeing the church’s contemporary worship ministry. They work collaboratively with leadership by equipping and empowering the congregation and worship team, across all generations, to encounter God through the contemporary worship at the church.
Requirements
- A vibrant, mature disciple of Jesus whose beliefs are aligned with the theology and practice of HP Pres and ECO
- A passion for inviting others into corporate worship and prayer
- Models a heart of worship rooted in a life shaped by prayer, Scripture, and personal openness to the Holy Spirit
- Humble and teachable with a shepherd’s heart
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams of volunteers and staff with wisdom and discernment
- Strong relational and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with excellence, composure and humor
- Always looking for the next leader to raise up
- Exceptional vocalist AND instrumentalist (guitar and/or piano required)
- Proven experience leading worship in a large or multi-service context
- At home with both contemporary worship and historic liturgy, hymns, and sacraments
- Fluent in worship tech: Planning Center, tracks, AV systems etc.
- Bachelor’s degree in theology and/or music or equivalent experience
- Loves Jesus, the people of HP Pres, the city of Dallas and the world
- Acts as an advocate of the culture and vision of HP Pres
- Commits to and exhibits our Team Culture Values: Deeply abiding in Jesus, We > Me, Defiant joy in the trenches of ministry
Responsibilities
- Work with the Pastor of Worship, Senior Pastor, Music Director and HP Pres leadership in envisioning the ongoing plan for worship and prayer at HP Pres
- Plan and lead contemporary worship Sunday services, plus Christmas Eve, Easter and other key events
- As required lead for prayer gatherings, funerals and coordinate requests for band led songs at weddings
- Network, recruit, audition, train, and disciple worship leaders, instrumentalists and vocalists (volunteer and contract) at HP Pres for their growth and development
- Foster artistic creativity among team, staff and congregation
- Oversee scheduling, planning systems, and volunteer rotations
- Shape budget and financial plan for Contemporary music
- Work closely with Production Team regarding AV, mixing, equipment, and personnel
- Coordinate with Kids & Student Teams
- Lead, develop and care for Hall Worship Director and all team members; including monthly 1:1 reviews, and semi-annual performance reviews
- Partner with HR and immediate supervisor in hiring and offboarding process
- Hosting visiting musicians and worship leaders
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
