Director of Worship and Music

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Worship & Music provides visionary and day-to-day leadership for all aspects of the church's

blended worship and music ministry. This individual will plan and lead a praise band-driven worship

experiences that is Christ-centered, theologically grounded, engaging, and aligned with the church’s mission

and vision. Working in close partnership with the Senior Pastor and church staff, the Director will cultivate

meaningful, Spirit-led worship that engages the full congregation. The Director will shepherd the Worship

Team both musically and spiritually.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Worship Leadership & Planning

● Plan, prepare, and lead contemporary worship services and all special worship gatherings

(Christmas, Easter, Good Friday, church retreats, etc.)

● Collaborate weekly with the Senior Pastor and preaching team to align worship with sermon themes

and the liturgical calendar

● Select and introduce biblically faithful, congregationally accessible worship music that bridges

traditional and contemporary styles

● Lead vocally and/or instrumentally with excellence and authenticity

● Create worship experiences that flow well and help the congregation engage deeply with God

Worship Team Development

Dripping Springs Presbyterian Church

Director of Worship & Music

Position Type: Part-Time/Full-Time

Reports To: Senior Pastor

Hours: 20-40 Hours/Week (including Sundays, special planned services/activities● Recruit, audition, train, and shepherd a diverse team of volunteers including musicians, vocalists,

choir (youth and adult) and worship leaders

● Lead weekly or bi-weekly rehearsals prioritizing music excellence, and spiritually formative

● Identify and develop emerging worship leaders, providing mentorship and growth pathways

● Cultivate a servant-hearted team culture marked by humility, unity, and spiritual maturity

● Participation in staff meetings

● Help integrate worship with other aspects of the service (communion, baptism, prayer ministry, etc.)

Production & Administration

● Coordinate with the technical/AV team on sound, lighting, projection, and livestream elements

● Oversee worship-related volunteers

● Manage the worship ministry budget, scheduling, and resource planning

● Ensure preparation of lyrics, arrangements, and worship service flow

● Maintain worship-related equipment and recommend upgrades as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Spiritual and Character

● Model Christ-like character and spiritual discipline

● Vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ

● A shepherd’s heart with emotional and spiritual maturity

● Demonstrated ability to lead and develop volunteers and worship teams

● Strong understanding of biblical worship theology and liturgical principles

● Agreement with Dripping Springs Presbyterian Church’s statement of faith and mission

SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES, EXPERIENCE

● Bachelor’s degree in Music, Worship Arts, Ministry, or a related field (or equivalent ministry

experience)

● Minimum 3-5 years experience leading worship in a church or ministry setting

● Demonstrated ability to lead contemporary worship effectively● Strong vocal and instrumental proficiency (guitar and/or keys preferred)

● Proficiency in music arrangement, composition, or recording/production

● Familiarity with Planning Center, ProPresenter (or similar)

● Strong organizational and communication skills

● Humble and servant-hearted leading from a posture of love

● Relationally gifted to pastor, inspire and build genuine community

● Theologically grounded, committed to Scripture informed and Spirit-led worship

● Thrives under the pressure of ministry with grace, and emotional and spiritual strength

COMPENSATION

• Part-time/full-time 20-40 hours per week

• Commensurate with experience, qualifications and hours committed