Music Team Member

MUSIC TEAM MEMBER

Hillside Fellowship

Part-Time | Hourly | Non- Exempt

Reports To: Creative Arts Team Lead

Schedule: Primarily weekends (Saturday and Sunday services), with rehearsals, occasional special services, or ministry events as needed

Hours: Part-Time, approximately 10 hours per week depending on rehearsal, service schedule, and special events

Benefits: This position is not eligible for employee benefits, as outlined in the Hillside Fellowship Personnel Handbook

ROLE SUMMARY

Hillside Fellowship believes that Jesus Changes Everything! Our mission is that we exist to worship God, by proclaiming Jesus, making disciples, rooted in the Word of God, empowered by the Spirit of God. Discipleship is a byproduct, as we know and make much of Jesus.

Working closely with the Creative Arts Team Lead and Music Coordinator, the Music Team Member helps lead the congregation in worship during weekend services and special gatherings. Through musical preparation, collaboration, and spiritual attentiveness, this role supports the overall direction and flow of each service.

By serving with excellence, humility, and reliability, the Music Team Member helps create an environment where the church can respond to God together through song.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Worship Leadership + Service Participation

Lead effectively from your instrument or vocal position during weekend services, supporting the overall flow and direction of the serviceSupport the vision and direction of the Creative Arts Team Lead in all worship environmentsParticipate in special services and ministry events as requested (e.g., Christmas Eve, Easter, Night of Worship)Preparation + Musical Excellence

Maintain strong familiarity with the church's song catalog and musical styleArrive musically prepared for all rehearsals and servicesDemonstrate proficiency in your musical craft (instrument or vocal)Team Participation + Collaboration

Attend and actively engage in scheduled rehearsals, contributing to a focused, collaborative, and encouraging team environmentDemonstrate a teachable spirit and ability to work under musical directionCommunicate clearly regarding scheduling, availability, and preparationReliability + Professional Conduct

Demonstrate reliability through punctuality, preparation, and consistencyInteract respectfully and professionally with staff and volunteersFulfill all responsibilities with a spirit of humility, flexibility, and teamworkAdditional Responsibilities

This role may include additional responsibilities as needed to support weekend services, special events, and the overall ministry of Hillside Fellowship

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Faith + Character

Demonstrates a maturing relationship with Jesus Christ and embodies the culture and values of Hillside Fellowship (Galatians 5:22-23)Must be a member of Hillside Fellowship or willing to pursue membership within six months of hireEducation + Experience

Minimum of five years of experience serving on a church music team or similar environmentDemonstrates strong proficiency in their musical craft (instrument or vocal)Must possess the personal equipment necessary to practice off-site and perform responsibilities during services and eventsSkills & Competencies

Demonstrates a teachable spirit and ability to work collaboratively under musical directionStrong communication and reliability in scheduling preparationAbility to contribute to a healthy, unified, and encouraging team environmentAbility to pass a background check is required