Director of Worship and Outreach

McLean Bible Church•Arlington, VA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

McLean Bible Church (MBC) is seeking individuals who are dedicated to Jesus Christ and live a lifestyle consistent with their Vision, Values, and Standards of Christian Conduct. The Worship and Outreach Director will be responsible for creating an inviting worshipful environment for the congregation and organizing MBC Arlington to serve the community. This role involves overseeing the worship portion of services, including music selection and arrangement, training volunteers and musicians, and collaborating with other MBC Location Worship Leaders for consistency. Additionally, the director will organize and execute community outreach initiatives and equip the church to participate in these efforts.

Requirements

Experience with IEMs, talkback mics, and some live audio required
Experience with Planning Center, ProPresenter, Multi-tracks, and Mainstage
Skilled vocalist and instrumentalist with ability to deliver a mix of musical genres to satisfy a diverse congregation and to include/accommodate a variety of instruments and vocal styles (contemporary, big band, classical, pop, inspirational, gospel, choral, traditional, etc.)
Proven success at multi-tasking, time management, and prioritizing.
Views congregational singing as a spiritual function not just a musical one
Ability to handle sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality and trust regarding Director and member information.
Proven ability to work with and maintain positive, loyal relationships with those inside and outside the church.
Ability to recruit, develop, empower and equip volunteers, direct reports or other stakeholders.
Love for Jesus and a desire to see lives and communities changed by the gospel.
Mature team player, with a passion for ministry and a dynamic walk with Christ
Punctual, attention to detail, team player, musician's ear
Experience in multicultural music and ministry
Minimum Degree - bachelor’s degree
Minimum Experience 3 to 5 years’ experience in leading worship preferred
Commit to MBC Arlington Location as their local church
Passion for serving the church.

Responsibilities

Fulfill the duties required of McLean Bible Church members as outlined in our Mission and Beliefs
Philosophical and doctrinal alignment with Scripture/Church Leadership
Passionate about the MBC vision
Demonstrated musical skill and theological discernment.
Proven track record in ministry and biblical discipleship of others
Proven track record as a leader
Possess excellent verbal communication skills and cultural awareness.
Assist the Location Pastor in creating and cultivating the worship singing culture of the Arlington Location
Responsible for arranging music, helping musicians grow in their ability to play the arrangements skillfully, leading the band through arrangements during rehearsal and service
Collaborate with the Location Pastor to plan weekly worship services, especially as relates to musical selection and arrangements
Weekly service planning including song selection and arrangements for weekend and services (including leading vocal and band rehearsal weekly).
Oversee leading worship for weekend Location services, as well as weekly Staff/ Directorship meetings
Disciple, mentor and develop Worship leaders and teams who can rotate and provide quality worship
Recruit, train, organize, and shepherd music and production volunteers serving with bands and production teams.
Lead worship for special events (Good Friday, Christmas, weekday events, etc.).
Participate in songwriting, arranging, and recording.
Serve at other MBC Locations, as needed; Collaborate with staff at those Locations to ensure consistency in messaging and quality.
Help plan and lead weekly services with the Location Pastor and other pastoral staff, focusing on musical selections and arrangements
Understand and help thoughtfully arrange the various elements of the worship gathering: songs, prayers, Scriptures, exhortations, commissioning, and ordinances
Oversee arrangements and lead rehearsal for services and special events; this could include loading tracks into mainstage prior to rehearsal, etc.
Help encourage, equip, and empower new musicians
Other Worship responsibilities as requested and approved by Location pastor.
Organize and plan outreach events that serve our cities through MBC Arlington’s existing partnerships
Train, equip and support outreach volunteers
Train, equip and support outreach team leads
Form supportive relationships with outreach partners
With location pastor, take opportunities to break new ground and form new partnership. that enable MBC Arlington to do justice and fulfill the great commission.
Oversee, organize and grow Co-Working Space at MBC Arlington to serve members and our city.
Plan and recruit volunteers for Middle School/High School ministry events
Other Outreach responsibilities as requested by Location Pastor