Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Worship Leadership

• Lead one weekly Contemporary Protestant Praise and Worship Service (approximately one hour).

• Arrive on-site at least 15 minutes prior to and remain 15 minutes after each service.

• Lead the music portion of worship in a contemporary style appropriate for the congregation.

Rehearsal Direction

• Conduct one weekly one-hour rehearsal session.

• Coordinate rehearsal schedule and location with the DGR.

• Direct and support volunteer musicians and vocalists.

Music Selection & Planning

• Select weekly music in consultation with the DGR.

• Provide a proposed music plan in PowerPoint format no later than close of business each Wednesday prior to Sunday service.

• Plan and deliver music for special services including:

  • Thanksgiving Eve

  • Christmas Eve

  • Easter Sunrise

  • Other seasonal or designated religious services

Volunteer Coordination

• Recruit, train, and develop vocalists and instrumentalists from the congregation.

• Ensure praise band composition ideally includes guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and singers.

• Coordinate sound checks and logistical support.

Substitute Coverage

• Provide a qualified substitute when unavailable.

• Ensure substitute meets all contract performance requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading contemporary Protestant praise and worship music.

• Proficiency in directing praise band rehearsals and services.

• Experience recruiting and training volunteer musicians.

• Strong musical ability (vocal and/or instrumental leadership).

• Ability to work collaboratively with chaplaincy staff.

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Alien (with verified documentation per contract security requirements).

• Ability to obtain and maintain base access credentials.