NEXT GEN WORSHIP COORDINATOR (HSM)

REPORTS TO: NEXT GEN PASTOR

RELATES CLOSELY WITH: STUDENT MINISTRY PASTORS, GEN WORSHIP INTERNS

CLASSIFICATION: STIPEND ($600/mo)

WestGate Church, a non-denominational, multi-congregational church situated in one of the most diverse and influential

regions of the world—the Silicon Valley— is seeking an energetic, skilled Musical Director to collaborate with the Worship

Director to execute outstanding services in alignment with our WG Weekend Playbook. Typical work (Sunday-Thursday) may

extend to occasional work on Fridays and Saturdays, along with evening hours.

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Passionate Jesus follower, actively learning and living the way of Jesus: loving God, neighbor, and one another.

• Understanding of and alignment with WestGate’s theology, vision, and values, using them as a filter for decisions.

• Embodiment of staff values: Holy, Humble, Hungry, (People-)Smart.

• Exemplification of essential competencies: oversight, strategy, team leadership, self-leadership, chemistry, communication,

execution, stewardship, formation, proficiency.

• Commitment to continual growth: spiritual, personal, professional; invests in the growth of others.

• Demonstrates strong chemistry, connecting well with people as a relational team player.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Possesses a deep calling and passion for serving others through the ministry of worship.

• Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university; or over two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent

combination of education and experience.

• Exhibits expert knowledge in leading worship, rehearsing, band arranging and team building.

• Values teamwork, encouraging feedback, contributing to team morale, and fostering strong connections among team members.

• Exhibits personal and professional discernment and discretion.

• Demonstrates excellent time management skills, adept at balancing individual and team responsibilities while thriving in a

dynamic and flexible environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the Worship Band for Sunday HSM service.

• Recruit musicians as needed.

• Audition vocalists and instrumentalists.

• Be on top of rescheduling when cancellation happens.

• Help maintain the accuracy of the charts for new/old/original songs.

• Communicate with Worship Leaders to enhance flow and transitions on services.

• Run weekend band rehearsals.

• Interface with the Tech Director to discuss band needs and logistical considerations.

• Construct weekly band notes.

• Build and run stems and band cues using Ableton Live.

• Create Prompter files for weekend sets.

• Automate Ableton and Propresenter as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

PRIMARY LEADERSHIP COMPONENTS

Scale: (1) Low - (5) High

Motivational Leadership - “I lead through platform” - 4

Inspire action through platform leadership and motivational speaking

Strategic Leadership - “I lead through systems” - 2

Advance our mission through data, planning, execution, and reporting

Directional Leadership - “I lead through vision” - 4

Ensure progress by defining goals, key objectives and providing guidance

Relational Leadership - “I lead through connection” - 5

Foster growth and well-being through personalized connection and care

Team Leadership - “I lead through team” - 5

Build team by recruiting, training, scheduling, and celebrating contributors

LEGAL NOTICES - PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand for extended periods.

• Perform walking, bending, twisting, and kneeling.

• Navigate stairs.

• Demonstrate finger and hand dexterity for computer, instrument, and tool operation.

• Possess specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, with the ability to adjust focus.

• Lift and carry up to 20 pounds with or without assistance.

LEGAL NOTICES - WORK CONDITIONS

• Operate in a professional office or church environment with standard equipment like computers, printers, filing cabinets, and

telephones.

• Lead in settings with various equipment, cables, stage lights, loud sounds, and visual stimuli.

• Work typically occurs Sunday-Thursday, with occasional Fridays, Saturdays, or evenings as needed.

This job description is not designed to cover or comprehensively list all possible duties, activities, or

responsibilities. These requirements may change at any time. Acceptance of this position constitutes the employee’s

understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.