Associate Pastor of Worship

About Our Church

Eastman First Baptist is a dynamic, growing congregation of 600 in central Georgia. Although we are located in a rural setting, we are a church with a global reach that is committed to taking God's unchanging truth to an ever-changing world.

Position Description

Eastman First Baptist is seeking a qualified candidate to join its ministry team for the purpose of providing planning, oversight and leadership to the full spectrum of music ministries at our church.  

Qualifications

·      Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in worship leadership or ministry

·      Additional seminary education preferred.

·      Must have a strong emphasis on congregational singing.

·      Ability to apply sound theology to song selection. 

·      Adheres to the Baptist Faith and Message 2000. 

Responsibilities

• Prepare Sunday services for 8:45 AM and 11:00 AM & 6:00 PM.
• Oversee all practices of both choir and orchestra.
• Closely assist the Lead Pastor in building worship experiences that support the sermons delivered throughout the year.
• Prepare and manage the worship ministries’ annual budget.
• Schedule the band and audio/visual teams through Planning Center.
• Prepare chord charts, demos, click/multitracks, and supporting tools.
• Attend staff and leadership meetings.
• Lead the volunteer worship team through regular communication and help recruit new people for worship and audio/visual teams.
• Oversee the technical aspects of worship (sound, light, media, staging).
• Be actively involved in mentoring and shaping the next generation in worship.
• Provide leadership to the Youth and Children’s Choir ministry. 
• Other duties as needed. 

Pastoral Duties

·      Cooperate with the other pastors in providing care to members.  

·      Cooperate with the other pastors in carrying out administrative duties and providing leadership to ministry teams. 

·      Cooperate with the other pastors in executing the vision and strategy for the church and its ministries.  

·      Preach during the evening service 3-4 times per year.  

Personal Attributes

·      Personal testimony of having received Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.

·      Evidence of leadership, musical, and ministerial ability through previous experience, responsibilities, and education.

·      A heart to care for and guide people in their walk with God.

·      Evidence of ability to effectively function within the ministry team.

·      Ability to use relevant technology, software, and apps related to duties of both office and worship ministry.

Requirements for Application

·      Resume detailing your professional experience and education.

·      Cover Letter

·       Statement of Ministry Philosophy

·      Link to a YouTube, Vimeo, etc. displaying a video of you leading worship.

All resumes may be sent to the Senior Pastor at [email protected]