Interim Minister of Music

Position Summary

The Interim Minister of Music provides stable, skilled leadership for the church’s blended worship ministry during a season of transition. This role ensures continuity in Sunday worship, supports volunteer musicians, and maintains healthy ministry rhythms while the church prepares for a permanent Minister of Music. The interim is not expected to cast long-term vision but to steward the current ministry with excellence, pastoral sensitivity, and professionalism.

Reports To

• Senior Pastor (primary)
• Works collaboratively with: Senior Pastor, Musicians, Choir and Technical Team

Position Type

• Interim, part-time
• Estimated 10–20 hours per week
• 3–6 month term, with possibility of extension

Primary Responsibilities

1. Worship Leadership

• Lead Sunday morning worship services in a blended style (choir + praise team + instrumentalists).
• Select and prepare music that reflects the church’s theological commitments and blended worship identity.
• Coordinate with the pastor on church service and flow.
• Ensure musical transitions, pacing, and congregational engagement are smooth and pastoral.

2. Rehearsal Leadership

• Lead weekly choir rehearsals and praise team/band rehearsals.
• Provide clear direction, musical coaching, and encouragement to volunteers.
• Maintain a positive, grace-filled rehearsal environment.

3. Volunteer Support & Coordination

• Support and encourage choir members, praise team vocalists, instrumentalists, and tech volunteers.
• Communicate weekly schedules, music selections, and expectations.
• Collaborate with musicians and tech team to ensure readiness for Sunday.

4. Worship Planning & Administration

• Prepare weekly worship orders and music plans.
• Coordinate with the church office for bulletin information, slides, and scheduling.
• Maintain the music library and digital resources as needed.
• Provide advance planning for special Sundays (Communion, Baptisms, Holidays).

5. Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate proactively with the pastor and church leadership regarding needs, challenges, and scheduling.
• Maintain healthy, professional boundaries appropriate for an interim role.

Secondary Responsibilities (As Time Allows)

• Assist with seasonal services (Easter, Christmas, fourth of July).
• Provide short-term musical coaching or training for volunteers.
• Offer input on worship ministry health to support the permanent search process.

Not Expected of the Interim

• Long-term visioning or restructuring of the worship ministry
• Hiring or dismissing volunteers
• Overhauling worship style or culture
• Major program development (e.g., launching new ensembles)
• Leading the permanent search process

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading blended worship (choir + musicians).
• Strong musical proficiency (vocal and/or instrumental).
• Ability to lead rehearsals effectively and pastorally.
• Experience working with volunteer musicians.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to step into an existing ministry with humility and adaptability.
• Alignment with the church’s mission, values, and theological commitments.

Hours & Compensation

• Part-time, weekly stipend (based on experience).
• Compensation determined by Personnel Committee and approved by church leadership.
• No benefits unless otherwise approved.

Physical & Technical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods during rehearsals and services.
• Ability to lead vocally and/or instrumentally.
• Familiarity with ProPresenter preferred but not required.
• Basic understanding of sound, projection, and livestream coordination.

To Apply

Applicants should submit:

• Résumé
• Brief statement of worship philosophy
• Three references (one pastoral, one musical, one personal)