Benefits:
401(k)
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee discounts
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Wellness resources
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Freedom House exists to SHOW PEOPLE WHO JESUS IS. This means every person we hire must have a heart to reach lost people and a love for the Church. God is writing an unlikely story here in the Midwest and we deeply believe God is readying His Church for a historic movement that brings glory to HIS name alone.
The Worship Leader (WL) will help fulfill FH’s vision by leading the Worship teams, processes, and projects. This includes developing and leading the staff and teams responsible for weekend services and special events. He/she is also responsible for keeping FH’s worship elements innovative, intentional, engaging, and transformational.
Reports to:
Lead Pastor
*This is a full time position.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
A mature relationship with Jesus Christ that is clear and evident
A heart and love for people
A belief that creative worship can lead people to intimate encounters with God
Ability to provide leadership, vision, and passion for FH’s worship ministries that are in alignment with the overall vision, values, and mission of the church
Experience leading worship in a church
Ability to lead through change during a re-building season in the life of FH
Gifted and experienced in musicianship; musical training is a plus
Ability to create, develop, and lead volunteer teams
Ability to handle multiple projects effectively
Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS:
A mastery of Macbook products or an ability to learn
A mastery of Google Workspace or an ability to learn
A mastery PCO, ProPresenter and all its components or an ability to learn
An ability to work within the financial systems that the church implements
Proficiency in voice and piano or guitar performance
Working knowledge of Audio, Video, and Lighting
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
In addition to technical responsibilities, the Worship Arts Lead is responsible for setting the spiritual tone for the Worship Arts Department. The volunteers for this ministry must understand their importance in helping to shape an atmosphere that engages people in worship. All team members will be required to take an attitude of ownership and responsibility that must be first demonstrated by the WL - positive and humble.
Build, lead, develop, and shepherd Worship Ministry Staff.
Lead and develop the people and process for the production of weekend services and special events.
Contribute to the internship process for FH as needed and provide oversight to interns placed in the Worship Ministry.
Recruit, develop, and care for FH’s volunteer worship teams.
Lead preparation, planning, musical and creative brainstorming, directing, and overseeing all aspects of the Sunday Worship Service(s).
Create an interdependence of teams: Worship and Technical Production.
Develop and oversee a budget for worship services and special events.
Master plan all purchases related to Worship.
Lead stage design changes and improvements.
Identify, invite, mentor, and empower leaders to be a part of the Worship Ministry.
BONUSES: Knowing your Enneagram Profile, being willing to root for KU during March Madness, AND being willing to engage in spontaneous Nerf Wars without your feelings getting hurt.
If being a part of a church who aggressively and passionately strives to reach lost people appeals to you, you are welcome to apply. Please send a cover letter and resume with references to jobs@freedomhouse.church.