Worship Leader

Job Summary
The Worship Leader is a multi-faceted role — with an emphasis on both cultivating worship and caring for
our people. Primary responsibilities include supervising all musical elements of Sunday gatherings, weekly
rehearsals, worship nights, and any other ministry events that encourage musical worship.

This role is a full-time position requiring a flexible 40+hr/week schedule in order to accommodate Sunday
gatherings, as well as other miscellaneous projects, events, training opportunities, and ministry
responsibilities that fall outside a “normal” work schedule. This means your presence will be expected —
as appropriate — during various ministry events after 5pm, throughout certain holiday seasons, and
outside of the office. Additional responsibilities will be determined for a full-time role based on the gifts of
the qualified candidate and the needs of the church. This position reports directly to the Director of Staff
& Operations.

Primary Responsibilities
Worship Oversight and Leadership: The Worship Leader recruits and coordinates volunteers for the
worship ministry, oversees Sunday gathering elements, and leads both rehearsals and worship during
Sunday gatherings. This role also organizes prayer & worship events, hosts development sessions,
oversees A/V components and manages all logistics and resources for the worship team.

Shepherding and Directing: The Worship Leader models a life of worship for our church and disciples our
congregation — and the worship team — in character, conduct, and biblical knowledge. This role helps
ensure we all experience meaningful encounters with Christ through prayer and worship while also
managing the planning and technical aspects of the service.

General Ministry: The Worship Leader offers care, formation, and discipleship to church members. This
role engages in weekly staff rhythms, as well as miscellaneous opportunities to care for and connect with
prospective members.

Necessary Skills and Qualifications

• A fully committed follower of Jesus who lives in submission to the authority of the Scriptures and the Holy Spirit, as evident in lifestyle. 

• Subscribes to and is in full agreement with The Summit Church Statement of Beliefs.

• Member in good standing at The Summit Church (or actively pursuing membership upon applying). 

• Passion for relational ministry with a genuine love for people.

• Detail-oriented; high proficiency in administration and organization.

• Proficient in playing one or more musical instruments commonly used in contemporary worship (e.g., piano, guitar).

• Excellent and reliable communication skills.

• Project and task-oriented; able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Ability to recruit, build and lead teams.