Worship Experience Pastor

Mariners Church • Placentia, CA

3h

About The Position

The Worship Experience Pastor is responsible for the execution of the weekend experience at the congregation. They lead worship, oversee production and programming for the congregation; and develop volunteer teams. This position reports to the Lead Congregation Pastor. A full-time position, the schedule generally includes weekend services, meetings at our office in Irvine, and additional time during the week for a total of 40 hours. This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Requirements

• Education - Degree or license in a related field preferred, but not required.
• Experience - Minimum of 2 years of worship leader experience
• Leads worship with excellence, and speaks with confidence from stage.
• Demonstrates proficiency in one or more of the following instruments: Guitar or Piano.
• Proficient in Planning Center, scheduling, and, song organization
• Experience in spreadsheets and document preparation.
• Experience with Ableton and/or other DAWs.
• Understands and can communicate basic music theory.
• Must understand how to connect with individuals and develop relationships.
• Must be able to meet deadlines when given.
• Love Jesus and call themselves Christians.
• Embrace a high biblical standard of personal conduct and lifestyle.
• Agree to and adhere to the church's statement of faith and leadership commitment.
• Attend Mariners Church.

Nice To Haves

• Words that exemplify the Worship Leader at Congregations: Self-starter and proactive, Critical Thinker and Problem Solver, Dedication to Craft & Excellence, Communicative & Managerial, Approachable & Caring

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Central team and the Congregation Lead Pastor to program and execute the adult weekend experience.
• Oversee the execution of worship, programming, and production to provide an excellent, immersive weekend experience.
• Ensure services are executed with little to no distractions to worship, hosting, or message.
• Work in collaboration with the guest experience team to help provide a cohesive, intentional, and welcoming experience for all guests.
• Serve as the primary worship leader at the congregation. This includes singing and playing an instrument (as necessary).
• Oversee volunteer mobilization for the worship team at your congregation.
• Successfully audition, onboard, and schedule volunteers.
• Develop the musical proficiency of your team, and partner with the Central team training curriculum.
• Disciple volunteers through rhythms of connection.
• Manage and maintain musical instruments under your responsibility.
• Serve as the primary production lead at the congregation. This includes having a baseline knowledge of the AVL components under your responsibility.
• Oversee volunteer mobilization for the production team at your congregation.
• Successfully interview, onboard, and schedule volunteers.
• Develop the technical proficiency of your team, and partner with the Central team training curriculum.
• Disciple volunteers through rhythms of connection.
• Manage and maintain production equipment under your responsibility.

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• 403b Retirement Saving Plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid time off to serve
• Discounts at the Mariners Cafe and Bookstore
• Tuition discount for Mariners Church Preschool
• Opportunity to attend ministry events and conferences
• Working alongside a community of supportive, like-minded believers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed