The Gathering Church, a vibrant and growing family-oriented community, is seeking a dynamic and passionate Contemporary Worship Leader to join our team. Located in the heart of the Shore Acres neighborhood of St. Petersburg, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and spiritually enriching environment for all ages. If you have a heart for worship, a talent for leading contemporary worship services, and a desire to be part of an active church family, we would love to hear from you.
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the attached job description and reach out to us at admin@thegatheringstpete.org. Come be a part of a church that is making a difference in the community and beyond!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Help design, organize, and implement a ministry using music, art, musicians, and tech teams to create an environment where de-churched and unchurched people notice and connect with Jesus. Furthermore, help design and organize a worship experience where everyone is ultimately led to celebration and adoration of Jesus.
- Grow a pool of talented musicians who buy into the mission, vision, and values of The Gathering Church of St Pete.
- In coordination with the lead pastor, select music, recruit musicians within and outside of the church, help rehearse the team, and lead worship on a weekly basis.
- Technically assist and help with the sound and multimedia systems for our current worship experience and special events.
- Design a musical platform that will support a dynamic worship experience for our current worship experience utilizing volunteers and, as need requires, paid musicians.
- Participate in team meetings with staff & lead pastor. Lead weekly voice and instrumental rehearsals.
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Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities Required to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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- Demonstrate musical proficiency in production of arrangements and musical flow. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
- Demonstrate walk with God and ability to lead others spiritually.
- Proficient in playing at least one musical instrument (preferably acoustic guitar as a main instrument).
- Knowledge of CCLI, multimedia, and sound systems.
- Ability to take input and direction and produce tangible results.
- Ability to adjust quickly and gracefully to last minutes changes.
- Able to lead vocally & instrumentally.
- Ability to build and lead solid God-centered teams.
- Able to lead dynamic and engaging worship.
- Able to thrive in stressful situations.
Educational/Vocational/Experience:
Associate Degree and a minimum of three years' experience working within the music industry
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $350.00 per week
Expected hours: 6 – 8 per week
Ability to Commute:
- Saint Petersburg, FL 33703 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Saint Petersburg, FL 33703: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person