Worship Pastor

T324; Tennessee; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Bay Church in Hixson, TN seeks a Worship Pastor to shepherd a multi-generational faith community through worship, media and creative ministry. Reporting to the Senior Pastor, you will oversee a blended Sunday morning experience with choir, orchestra and full band, plus AV and media teams.

You bring a Bachelor’s in Worship Ministry or related field and 5+ years in church worship leadership, strong musical ability, SBC theology, and pastoral mentorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Worship Ministry, Music, Theology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant church experience.
• Strong musical proficiency directing a large Worship Choir and full band.
• Solid SBC theology ensuring doctrinal soundness in lyrics and worship.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level leadership for worship elements (Choir, Orchestra, Praise Team) across three Sunday services.
• Collaborate with Senior Pastor and production team to design intentional worship experiences.
• Plan long-range and weekly worship preparation to ensure excellence and clarity.
• Mentor and disciple worship volunteers and staff.
• Recruit, onboard, and train AV, Production, and Platform volunteers.
• Oversee music libraries, budgets, and instrument maintenance.
• Ensure quality of online services and strong digital presence.
• Participate in weddings, funerals, hospital visits, and community outreach.

Skills

Musical proficiency

Theology leadership

Pastoral care

Discipleship

Strategic planning

Communication

Team leadership

Worship planning

Multi-generational ministry

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Worship Ministry or related field

Tools

Planning Center Online

ProPresenter

MultiTracks

Job description

Description

SBC

WEEKLY ATTENDANCE: 1,425

Dallas Bay Church is a vibrant, multi-generational faith community nestled in the rolling foothills of Hixson, Tennessee, just outside Chattanooga. More than just a place to worship on Sundays, the church is built on three warm, inviting pillars: Discovering God, Becoming Family, and Caring for People. Whether you are looking for a scenic place to raise a family or a community to call home, Dallas Bay offers an authentic environment where people from all walks of life can truly belong.

At the center of everything they do is a deep love for Jesus. They hold a high view of Scripture, believing the Bible is the ultimate source of truth for living. Their weekend services are intentional and filled with music, often featuring a unique and beautiful blend of a powerful worship choir and praise team, an orchestra, and a contemporary band, ensuring that every generation finds a meaningful way to connect with God.

The heart of Dallas Bay is seen most clearly through their active care for the local community and their desire to do life together in circles, not just rows. From the community-focused food pantry to their dedicated ministries for children, students, and “Legacy Builders”, they are passionate about nurturing disciples across every age group. Dallas Bay Church is like a large, extended family gathering on a wide front porch where there is always an extra chair, the conversation is centered on what matters most, and everyone, from the youngest child to the oldest grandparent, has a vital place at the table.

About the Worship Pastor

The role of Worship Pastor at Dallas Bay Church is a heart-centered invitation to shepherd a vibrant, multi-generational community where worship is treated as a way of life rather than just a Sunday morning event. Reporting directly to the Senior Pastor, the Worship Pastor oversees a unique and diverse musical landscape that beautifully blends a powerful choir, praise team, and full band across three Sunday morning services, and also provides leadership for Media Ministries, AV, and all creative elements related to worship. This role is perfect for a worship pastor who possesses not only exceptional musical knowledge and ability but also the humble heart of a teacher and mentor. Beyond the platform, this pastor is a true partner in ministry, engaging in the life of Dallas Bay through pastoral care, creative service planning, and the intentional discipleship of the volunteers and staff who make up the worship family.

Responbilities

• Provide high-level, visionary leadership and active recruitment for all worship elements, including the Worship Choir, the Orchestra, and the Praise Team, ensuring a high-quality, blended worship experience.
• Partner closely with the Senior Pastor and the production team to prayerfully design intentional Sunday morning worship experiences that are theologically sound and align with the mission of seeking Jesus first.
• Champion a culture of intentionality and excellence by prioritizing long-range planning and weekly preparation, ensuring that every song, transition, and creative element is prayerfully curated and communicated well in advance to equip teams and lead our multi-generational family in a theologically sound, distraction‑free encounter with Jesus.
• Treat the worship and media teams as a primary circle for discipleship, providing intentional pastoral care and spiritual mentorship to volunteers and staff.
• Actively recruit, onboard, and train new volunteers for the AV, Production, Media, and Platform teams, focusing on fostering a culture of humility and excellence.
• Model a healthy staff culture while contributing to an authentic, highly collaborative team environment. Champion the organizational health of the ministry by managing music and media libraries and ensuring tools like Planning Center, ProPresenter, and MultiTracks are optimized.
• Oversee the annual worship and media budget, managing the strategic purchase and maintenance of instruments and technical equipment to ensure the platform remains a distraction‑free space for worship.
• Provide oversight for the quality and implementation of online services, helping the church reach the community through an inviting and excellent digital presence.
• Fulfill the calling of an ordained minister by participating in the broader life of the church through weddings, funerals, hospital visitations, and community outreach.
• Work alongside the ministerial team to ensure that contacts, prospects, and guests are warmly welcomed and successfully assimilated into the life of the church family.
• Represent Dallas Bay Church at the associational, state, and national levels of the denomination, championing the church’s missional identity in the Hixson community and beyond.

What you bring

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Worship Ministry, Music, Theology, or a related field.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience in a church setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Musical Proficiency: Expertise as a skilled vocalist and musician, with specific proficiency and proven ability to direct a large Worship Choir and a full band including orchestral instruments.
• Theological Discernment: A strong foundation in SBC theology to ensure all lyrics and creative elements are doctrinally sound and aligned with the church’s beliefs.
• Relational Shepherding: The ability to provide intentional pastoral care, spiritual mentorship, and discipleship to a diverse family of volunteers and staff.
• Multi‑Generational Vision: Skill in curating worship experiences that resonate with a multi‑generational congregation.
• Service Planning and Design: The ability to collaboratively plan and coordinate intentional, theologically rich worship services.
• Software Knowledge: Proficiency in utilizing essential worship technologies, including Planning Center Online, MultiTracks, and ProPresenter.
• Technical Oversight: A supervisory understanding of AVL systems to lead production teams and ensure high‑quality in‑person and online services.
• Administrative Excellence: Strong organizational skills to oversee music libraries and manage complex schedules and details for three Sunday morning services.
• Strategic Vision: The ability to envision and execute long‑range planning for major events such as Christmas programs and Stations of the Cross.
• Strong Leadership: The gravitas and emotional intelligence to lead large groups of diverse personalities and opinions with humility and grace.
• Music Theory Knowledge: A strong enough grasp of music theory to translate musical needs between the band, the orchestra, and the choir.

Personal Characteristics and Qualifications

• Christian Walk: Evidences a mature and growing Christian walk characterized by Paul in I Timothy 3 and Titus 1. Personal wisdom and sufficiency are grounded in Christ, with a life submitted to God’s authority in all things. Can effectively lead others in prayer. Gives regularly and generously to the work of the church. Readily applies scripture to personal and professional situations. Can articulate Biblical theological understandings on a range of issues.
• Shepherd’s Heart: Prioritizes pastoring and ministering to people over stage performance, viewing the worship team as a primary circle for discipleship.
• Spirit of Humility: Demonstrates a truly teachable spirit, remaining open to coaching, correction, and the perspectives of others.
• Low‑Drama Disposition: Thrives in a staff culture that values authenticity and mutual respect, avoiding territorialism or a “lone wolf” mentality.
• Integrity & Excellence: Models a high standard of ethical leadership and maintains a consistent drive to improve the quality of worship.
• Relational and Community‑Minded: Naturally builds genuine connections and prioritizes fostering a sense of family within the choir and band.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Remains calm and flexible when plans change on short notice, showing a willingness to “roll with the punches”.
• Servant‑Leader: Embraces a “get your hands dirty” attitude, operating under the principle that no task is beneath the responsibility of leading.
• Teacher at Heart: Views the role as an opportunity to teach the congregation and choir not just how to worship, but why we worship based on Scripture.
• Self‑Motivated and Proactive: A natural go‑getter and self‑starter who anticipates needs and manages the ministry without requiring micromanagement.
• Strong Communicator: Practices clear, consistent communication across all ministry levels to ensure that vision and expectations are understood by all.

What it’s like to live in Hixson, TN

Living in Hixson feels like finding that “sweet spot” where you get to enjoy a slower, more intentional pace of life without ever feeling disconnected. Because it’s nestled right in the rolling foothills of East Tennessee, your morning coffee usually comes with a view of the morning mist over the hills. There is a genuine sense of peace here; you’re far enough from the hustle of downtown Chattanooga to breathe easy, yet close enough that a world‑class dinner or a night out is only a short, scenic drive away. It’s the kind of place where you can truly decompress the moment you pull into your neighborhood.

The community spirit in Hixson is what really turns neighbors into lifelong friends. It’s an incredibly welcoming environment, especially for growing families who are looking for that classic small‑town upbringing. Between the premier local schools and the parks that are always full of activity, it’s easy to get plugged in and feel like you belong. You’ll find that people here still take the time to wave from their porches or stop and chat at the grocery store, creating a warm, relational atmosphere that makes the transition from “resident” to “local” happen almost overnight.

If you’re someone who feels most alive outdoors, Hixson is essentially a giant playground. Having the Tennessee River and Chickamauga Lake right in your backyard means your weekends are naturally filled with kayaking, fishing, or just walking along the water. Whether you’re exploring the hiking trails through the woods or taking the kids for a bike ride, the natural beauty of the area becomes a backdrop for your best memories. It’s a place that invites you to get outside and stay active, making it easy to live a life that feels both adventurous and deeply rooted.