Worship Pastor

JustChurchJobs, Inc.; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

River of Life Church in Missoula, MT seeks a full-time Worship Pastor to lead our worship ministry with passion and spiritual integrity. The role requires instrumental and vocal leadership, team mentoring, and collaboration with pastors to serve the congregation.

Responsibilities include planning services, coordinating music and media, recruiting volunteers, and teaching biblical principles. Office hours are Tue–Fri, with weekend services and outreach alignment.

Qualifications

• 18+ years.
• Pass a Background check.
• 1+ yr experience in worship leadership.
• Strong vocal skills and play a musical instrument.
• Ability to multitask and self-initiate tasks.
• Work efficiently and be organized.
• Plan, create, and implement the order of service.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to ministry needs.
• Demonstrated leadership in motivating volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Lead weekly worship gatherings: Saturday 6:00 pm, Sunday 9:00 am & 11:00 am.
• Office hours Tue–Fri 8:00 am–4:00 pm.
• Develop and implement worship, sound and lighting plans.
• Recruit, train, and mentor volunteer worship team members.
• Teach and model biblical principles related to worship and leadership.
• Collaborate with pastors to integrate ideas into programming.
• Oversee song selection, arrangements and media.
• Manage budgets, equipment and programs for worship ministry.
• Schedule volunteers using church management software.

Skills

Vocal skills

Instrument play

Leadership

Teaching

Communication

Volunteer mentorship

Time management

Multitasking

Event planning

Tools

Lightkey

Pro Presenter

Pushpay

Planning Center

DMX lighting

Behringer Wing

Mixing Station

Multitracks

Job description

Brief:

We are seeking a full-time, Spirit-led Worship Pastor with at least 1 year of experience in playing musical instruments, vocals, sound, and lighting to lead our congregation. River of Life is a Non-Denominational church that aligns with The Assemblies of God. We are also a church of service and outreach, and our new Worship Pastor must have the heart of a teacher and a servant, leading by example and pouring into others. Cultivating a vibrant worship environment that fosters spiritual growth, unity, and heartfelt praise within the worship ministry and the congregation is essential. Leadership in music and media should foster a sense of community, nurture musical and spiritual development among team members, and ensure that every worship service reflects excellence, authenticity, and reverence.

Pay:

Base 50k, salaried. Possible increase of 5K after a 6-month probation period DOE/performance

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities:

• Lead weekly worship gatherings: Saturday at 6:00 pm, Sunday at 9:00 am & 11:00 am services with enthusiasm, ensuring seamless coordination of music, prayer, and transitions.
• Work in office hours Tues - Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Develop and implement worship, sound and lighting plans.
• Recruit, train, and mentor volunteer worship team members, including musicians, singers, and technical staff.
• Teach and model biblical principles related to worship, music ministry, and spiritual leadership.
• Collaborate with pastors and ministry leaders to effectively integrate ideas and projects into the church's overall programming.
• Oversee the selection of songs, arrangements, and media to enhance the worship experience.
• Manage budgets, equipment, instruments and programs specific to the worship ministry.
• Schedule and manage volunteers and the worship team using church management software.

Requirements:

• 18+ years
• Pass a Background check
• 1+ yr experience in worship leadership
• Have strong vocal skills and play a musical instrument
• Ability to multitask & Self-initiate tasks
• Ability to work efficiently and be organized
• Possess time management skills
• Strong teaching skills to inspire both team members and the congregation through biblical principles
• Plan, create, and implement the order of service for gatherings and events.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to the needs of the ministry
• Demonstrated leadership in motivating volunteers and positively managing team dynamics to ensure growth within the ministry.
• Excellent communication skills for clear instruction, feedback, and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Experience mentoring emerging leaders in music ministry or related areas.
• An understanding of musical arrangements is essential.
• A committed personal faith aligned with the church’s beliefs and values.
• Willingness to serve outside of normal business hours.

Preferred but not required

• Experience in/willing to learn the following programs: Lightkey, Pro Presenter, Pushpay church management software, Planning Center, DMX lighting universe, Behringer Wing, Mixing station, Multitracks.
• Experience in video production, sound, and lighting