WMBC - Music Ministry

Walker Memorial Baptist Church

Position Description – Director of Music Ministry

Position Title: Director of Music Ministry

Reports To: Senior PastorEmployment Status: At-WillTime Commitment: Minimum of 40 hours/week, including all worship services, rehearsals, and church-wide programs (Bible Study, revivals, special services, leadership meetings, etc.).

About Walker Memorial Baptist Church

Walker Memorial Baptist Church is a prayerful, Spirit-led congregation committed to bringing souls to Christ. Established in 1891 and located in the historic U Street Corridor of Northwest Washington, D.C., WMBC is a church rooted in tradition and called to impact the community through the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Position Summary

The Director of Music Ministry provides visionary leadership and oversight for all aspects of the music and worship arts ministry. This role requires a seasoned leader with a minimum of 7 years of demonstrated success in cultivating, growing, and sustaining choirs, praise teams, and worship programs.

In addition to leading weekly worship, the Director will plan and direct seasonal concerts, holiday services, and special productions that may include drama, liturgical dance, and other worship arts. This leader will manage professional musicians, mentor volunteers, and build strong teams that can expand the reach and impact of the church’s worship life.

The role requires creativity, administrative skill, and the ability to inspire excellence in worship that glorifies God and engages the congregation.

Required Qualifications/Experience

• Personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a life that demonstrates faith, integrity, and spiritual maturity.
• Bachelor’s degree in Music or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in church music ministry, with a proven track record of developing, cultivating, and growing praise teams, choirs, and worship ministries.
• Demonstrated experience in worship production, including seasonal concerts, plays, holiday programs, and integrating diverse worship arts (e.g., liturgical dance).
• Proficiency in choral conducting, sacred music, and contemporary Christian worship styles.
• High-level proficiency in at least one instrument (piano, organ, or guitar preferred).
• Experience recruiting, training, and mentoring professional musicians and volunteer leaders.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with experience managing budgets and coordinating across ministries.
• Must provide confirmed, verifiable references from previous ministries and/or employers.

Core Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate will demonstrate Spirit-led attributes, including:

• Passion for ministry and ownership of assignments.
• Creativity and openness to diverse worship expressions.
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and reliability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound decision-making and judgment.
• Team-oriented leadership with the ability to inspire both volunteers and professionals.
• Ability to anticipate needs, solve problems, and execute solutions.
• Commitment to ongoing spiritual and professional development.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Worship Leadership

• Plan, prepare, and lead weekly worship experiences that incorporate both traditional and contemporary elements.
• Select and arrange music for worship services, ensuring alignment with the church’s vision and themes.
• Stay current on a variety of worship music to keep the ministry fresh and relevant.

Program Development & Special Productions

• Direct seasonal concerts, plays, and holiday productions.
• Incorporate diverse worship arts (e.g., dance, drama) into special programs and services.
• Support weddings, funerals, and other special services as needed.

Team Building & Ministry Growth

• Recruit, train, and mentor volunteer musicians, worship leaders, and choir members.
• Cultivate a culture of excellence, teamwork, and spiritual growth within the music ministry.
• Develop a long-term vision and short-term goals to grow the ministry in both scope and participation.

Administration & Resource Management

• Oversee music ministry staff, musicians, and volunteers.
• Coordinate weekly rehearsals and prepare music in advance for all services.
• Manage the music ministry budget and ensure the care and maintenance of instruments and equipment.

Compensation

Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Have you previously led a church choir or praise and worship team? If so, please describe your role and responsibilities.
• Do you have experience planning and coordinating music for weekly worship services as well as special events (e.g., revivals, conferences, funerals, weddings)?
• How many years of experience do you have in church-based music leadership (choir director, praise and worship leader, minister of music, etc.)?
• Are you able to provide at least two references (pastors, ministers, or church leaders) who can confirm your leadership in a church choir or praise and worship ministry?

Education

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience

• Leadership: 7 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

• How many years of Leadership experience do you have?
• Are you able to provide at least two references (pastors, ministers, or church leaders) who can confirm your leadership in a church choir or praise and worship ministry?

Education

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person