Worship Leader and Communication Director Job at First United Methodist Church i

Full-Time – Salaried (Ministerial Exemption)
$48,000-$52,000
On-Site workplace (Relocation assistance negotiable)
Benefits include paid holidays, PTO, and more

About First Church:
First Church’s mission is to leave a spiritual legacy for the next generation of Christ-followers. Average weekend worship attendance is 250 in-person, 125 online, and we stream our service to a nearby community. We offer three unique worship services each weekend. We strive to meet people wherever they are spiritually and help them develop a relationship with Jesus Christ. Check us out at: www.firstchurchnp.com

Overall Responsibility:
Provide God-honoring, Christ-centered, and relevant worship through leadership that inspires and engages people seeking a deeper experience of God so that they may grow as disciples of Jesus Christ and coordinates and recruits people to implement an engaging communication strategy for the purpose of making disciples of Jesus Christ.

Essential Job Functions:
Works with staff, paid musicians and volunteers to plan, implement, and evaluate worship experiences.

Leads praise band and worship ministry by providing; 1) community building, 2) music selection, 3) recruitment and scheduling of musicians, 4) rehearsals, 5) and leadership of the various teams.

Coordinates the recruitment and development of musical talents among those participating in all worship experiences through personal conversations, jam sessions, and rehearsals.

Coordinates media presentations for worship including sound, light, graphic design, and videos.

Provides oversight for recruitment, scheduling, and training of Communion Team, Welcome Team, Sound Team, Live-Stream Team, Recording Team, Choirs, music ensembles, etc.

Coordinates preparation of the sanctuary and chapel for regular worship times, funerals, weddings, etc.

Coordinates personal contact with first time guests and implements an assimilation strategy.

Coordinates and oversees external and internal church communications including; social media, print, newspaper, outdoor sign, graphic design, video production, banners, etc.

Oversees the all content for ministries on websites, social media.

Maintains a consistent and recognizable branding in all internal and external communication.

Leverages all digital and print communication to align with the mission and ministry for First Church.

Leads a small group.

Preaches as requested by Senior Pastor.

Essential Knowledge, Experience, and Education:
Experience as a musician and/or training in the vocal or instrumental music field is required.

Prefer previous experience in music/worship ministry.

Prefer graduation from an accredited college or university.

Experience in a variety of worship styles/expressions is beneficial.

Training or experience with a variety of communications software is beneficial.

About The Area:
North Platte is a growing midwest community of 25,000 half-way between Denver and Omaha. A variety of industry (Union Pacific Railyard, Walmart Distribution Center, new Sustainable Beef Plant), a large community college presence and a regional medical hub create a vibrant community. Nestled between two rivers, with three recreational lakes within an hour’s drive, over 100 miles of mountain bike trails at Potters Pasture, and 25 miles of walking trails in the community, there’s no shortage of outdoor activities. Check out more about North Platte at www.visitnorthplatte.com.

Learn More or Apply:
Get to know First Church online at www.firstchurchnp.com

Email Pastor Michael Evans at mike@firstchurchnp.com