Date Posted: 3/4/2026
First United Methodist Church of Rockwall, Rockwall, TX
Job Description
Open Door Band Leader
Job Description
Job Purpose:
The Open Door Band Leader of the First United Methodist Church of Rockwall enthusiastically leads the body of Christ through music and planning the contemporary worship experiences.
Job Responsibilities:
- Planning, organizing, and spiritually leading the weekly Open Door Worship Service
- Consulting regularly with the Associate Pastor to organize and create worship within the Open Door Service
- Managing the administrative aspects of the Open Door Band—keeping track of schedules and absences of band members, keeping record of songs played and their frequency
- Planning and executing weekly rehearsals with the Open Door Band
- Staying up to date on developments in contemporary worship through research, continuing education, events, etc.
- Work with other music staff to achieve integrated music opportunities for children and youth within the congregation
- Recruiting, training, and building the Open Door Band as needed
- Other tasks as needed
Job Skills and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Currently enrolled, or completed a degreed program in a music-related field, or equivalent experience leading contemporary worship required
- Must be available to work Sunday mornings from 9:30pm to 1pm
- Must have a general knowledge of the United Methodist Tradition and Wesleyan Theology
- Must understand the role of worship to the Church and God’s people
- Demonstrated ability to exercise patience required, exercising flexibility
- Strong Interpersonal skills required
- Exceptional talent vocally to lead a worship experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required
- Ability to collaborate and develop an understanding of band dynamics, worship environment production, and ministry teamwork in a worship team setting is required
- Experience on keys, guitar, and/or other instruments is preferred
- Familiarity with relevant software to enhance worship presentation (i.e. ProPresenter, Planning Center Online, etc.)
- Strong organizational skills required
- Desire to be intentionally invitational and welcome all into the community of Christ
- Constant striving to be a faithful child of God who treats others with love, dignity, and respect
- Strong administrator proficient in time management
- High energy and physical stamina required; must be able to stand for long periods
- Proficient in multitasking and following up
Job Status:
Non-exempt, fewer than 15 hours per week (typically 7-10 hours)
How to Apply
email childebrand@fumcrockwall.com
Contact Email: childebrand@fumcrockwall.com
Contact Phone: 972-771-5500