Director of Contemporary Worship

Director Of Contemporary Worship 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. (Please note we already have in place an outstanding Music Director and team who lead our classical music ministry.) Desired results/impact of this position include: Deeper congregational participation and engagement in sung worship Greater creativity and intentionality in planning and leading contemporary services A stronger integration of corporate prayer and worship across staff and church life A unified volunteer and contract musician team growing in skill and spiritual maturity A student pipeline enabling the next generation to lead contemporary worship Strong relationships with other churches in Dallas and ECO to encourage and resource Key responsibilities include: Working 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 Planning and leading contemporary worship Sunday services, plus Christmas Eve, Easter and other key events As required leading for prayer gatherings, funerals and coordinating requests for band led songs at weddings Networking, recruiting, auditioning, training, and discipling worship leaders, instrumentalists and vocalists (volunteer and contract) at HP Pres for their growth and development Fostering artistic creativity among team, staff and congregation Overseeing scheduling, planning systems, and volunteer rotations Shaping budget and financial plan for Contemporary music Working closely with Production Team regarding AV, mixing, equipment, and personnel Coordinating with Kids & Student Teams Supervisory responsibilities include: Leading, developing and caring for Hall Worship Director and all team members; including monthly 1:1 reviews, and semi-annual performance reviews Partnering with HR and immediate supervisor in hiring and offboarding process Hosting visiting musicians and worship leaders Education, experience, skills: Spiritual: 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. Leadership & Character: 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. Musical & Technical: 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.