Part-time Director of Worship

About us

• Paramount Drive Alliance Church is in the southeast corner of Hamilton within a suburban area that has both established neighbourhoods and newly constructed subdivisions.

• We are a Christ-centred, Spirit-led, Mission-focused congregation that emphasizes experiencing the presence of God, building supportive relationships, reaching out with gospel love, and living lives that our faithful and free.

• The goal of our corporate worship is to invite and encourage attendees to engage in sincere and varied expressions of praise, thanksgiving, intercession and reflection.

 

Responsibilities

• In consultation with the lead pastor, select songs and other complementary service elements to create a meaningful and cohesive corporate worship experience for congregants.

• Lead corporate worship two to three times per month and serve as a member of a worship team on the other Sunday(s) of the month.

• Coordinate and resource weekly rehearsals so that team members are prepared to lead the congregation in corporate worship.

• Administer the scheduling of volunteers so that each corporate worship service is adequately staffed with vocalists and musicians.

• Recruit from within the congregation capable volunteers and encourage their ministry participation and musical development.

• Ensure the timely and accurate submission of all necessary statistics and reports associated with public worship (e.g., CCLI reporting).

• Steward the equipment and financial resources entrusted to the worship ministries of the church.

 

Requirements

• Saving relationship with Jesus Christ evidenced by the fruit of the Spirit

• Personal integrity above reproach, a lifelong learner, self-motivated, goal-oriented, team player, flexible

• Affirmed musical giftedness with competency in leading corporate worship music both vocally and instrumentally (e.g., piano, guitar)

• Familiarity with both contemporary worship repertoire and traditional hymnody

• Ability to reliably commute to the church building

• Familiarity with digital sound mixing and applicable software (e.g., EasyWorship, Planning Center)

• Effective written and spoken communication skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency

• Valid ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s License

• Current and clear Police Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

Please note that this is a general description of the responsibilities and requirements for the position of Director of Worship. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

 

Terms of Employment

The Director of Worship will be employed by the Board of Elders and supervised by the Lead Pastor. This position requires work on Sundays and weeknights for rehearsals. The actual number of hours worked each week will fluctuate, but the average will be 8 hours/week.

 

Renumeration:

• This position is part-time, based on 8 hours per week.

• Hourly wage is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

 

How to Apply

Paramount Drive Alliance Church welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

 

Only applicants who are legally permitted to reside and work in Canada will be considered.

 

Please email a résumé that provides your personal testimony of faith, highlights your

musical capabilities and experiences, indicates why you are interested in this position

and includes three personal references to David Pett at dpett@pdac-cma.com.