Director of Contemporary Worship - Music and Arts - Worship
Contract
No salary listed
Expert
Bachelor's
Dallas, TX, USA
In PersonPrimarily church-based, with evening and weekend responsibilities.
Creative Production
About the job
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.
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.
Exceptional vocalist and instrumentalist, with guitar and/or piano required.
Proven experience leading worship in a large or multi-service context.
Ability to work with contemporary worship and historic liturgy, hymns, and sacraments.
Fluency in worship technology, including Planning Center, tracks, and audiovisual systems.
Bachelor's degree in theology and/or music, or equivalent experience.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Responsibilities
Work with the Pastor of Worship, Senior Pastor, Music Director, and HP Pres leadership to envision the ongoing plan for worship and prayer at HP Pres.
Plan and lead contemporary worship Sunday services, as well as Christmas Eve, Easter, and other key events.
Lead prayer gatherings, funerals, and band-led songs at weddings as required.
Network, recruit, audition, train, and disciple worship leaders, instrumentalists, and vocalists at HP Pres for their growth and development.
Foster artistic creativity among the team, staff, and congregation.
Oversee scheduling, planning systems, and volunteer rotations.
Shape the budget and financial plan for contemporary music.
Work closely with the Production Team regarding audiovisual services, mixing, equipment, and personnel.
Coordinate with Kids and Student Teams.
Lead, develop, and care for the Hall Worship Director and all team members, including monthly one-on-one reviews and semi-annual performance reviews.
Partner with Human Resources and the immediate supervisor in the hiring and offboarding process.
Host visiting musicians and worship leaders.
DIRECTOR OF CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP
Department:
Music and Arts - Worship
Exempt or Non-Exempt:
Exempt
Reports to:
Pastor of Worship and Prayer
Direct Supervisor of:
Hall Worship Director
Tier:
Director
Work Schedule:
Sundays and variable weekdays, 40 hours per week
Our vision is to “lead all generations to find and follow Jesus for the flourishing of our city and beyond”
PURPOSE OF THIS 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. (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
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
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
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
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
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
WORKING CONDITIONS
Primarily church-based with evening and weekend responsibilities
Occasional retreats, special services, and seasonal events
Able to lift 50lbs & stand for extended periods
WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS
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