orange beach church
orange beach, alabama
WORSHIP pastor
The opportunity
This is more than a position—it’s an opportunity to be apart of a defining moment in time.
After an extended season of searching, Orange Beach Church chose not to rush a hire, but to slow down and ask a better question: Who are we, really? What followed was a season of prayer, clarity, and alignment that has shaped a distinct and compelling vision for worship.
We’re looking for a worship leader who can help us create experiences that are rooted in faith, relevant to today, and deeply relational—someone who can lead people to encounter Jesus in meaningful and authentic ways.
Our Worship Values
Relevant
We create worship that connects today. Music is the language of the soul, and we want to speak in ways people can understand and experience right now.
Rooted
We draw deeply from the rich heritage of our faith. Our worship is grounded, not trendy—formed by the truth and practices that have sustained the Church for generations.
Relational
We believe worship is something we experience together. There is a unique power in gathering as a community—where people are seen, known, and invited to belong.
This is a rare opportunity to join a church that has done the hard, foundational work—and is stepping into a new season with confidence, clarity, and expectation for what God will do next.
orange beach church
Orange Beach Church is a growing, community-centered church located along the beautiful Gulf Coast of Alabama. But what makes this church special isn’t just its location—it’s its heart.
This is a church that cares deeply about spiritual formation, authentic community, and helping people take real steps forward in their faith.
POSITION PROFILE
SUMMARY
The Worship Pastor works closely with the Lead Pastor to lead and build the worship experience at Orange Beach Church. This role oversees all aspects of worship and media, develops volunteer teams, and helps shape a worship culture that is spiritually authentic, musically excellent, and aligned with the heart of the church. The Worship Pastor is responsible for planning services, leading worship weekly, recruiting and shepherding volunteers, and building a multi-generational worship environment that includes both contemporary worship and traditional hymns.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan Sunday and special services with the worship planning team.
Lead worship each Sunday, including a 7:00 AM rehearsal and leading the 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM services.
Support and participate in the traditional worship service as needed (hymns, choir, piano-driven elements).
Choose songs and worship elements at least three weeks in advance and schedule them in Planning Center.
Schedule worship volunteers weekly and maintain accurate Planning Center details.
Curate a song library aligned with the church’s voice, values, and culture.
Introduce new songs regularly and upload charts, tutorials, and tracks.
Lead weekly practices when needed to teach new songs and strengthen the team.
Recruit, onboard, and train new worship and production volunteers.
Oversee the part-time production coordinator and volunteer sound team.
Ensure a distraction-free worship environment through collaboration with the Audio/Visual team.
Manage and sync backing tracks using Loop Community.
Assist with graphics creation, social media calendars, and basic video elements.
Build relationships in the community and recruit musicians from the local live-music environment.
Shepherd the congregation through worship, prayer, and pastoral presence.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Lead Pastor.
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Strong vocal ability and confidence leading worship.
Ability to lead from guitar or keys (preferred).
Experience with Planning Center, in-ear monitoring systems (Avioms), and basic production.
Understanding of band dynamics, worship culture, and modern worship environments.
Ability to lead hymns and engage a traditional service environment.
Excellent communication, time management, and multitasking skills.
Strong relational skills and the ability to navigate different personalities.
Spiritually mature, self-motivated, and able to make wise, independent decisions.
Comfortable maintaining healthy personal boundaries in a beach-town culture.
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
A growing and healthy worship team with new volunteers joining regularly.
Consistency and professionalism in both worship and production.
A congregation that becomes increasingly expressive and engaged in worship.
Strong connection between worship culture and the broader community.
A blended approach to worship that honors both contemporary and traditional expressions.
Well-planned services scheduled weeks in advance with clear communication and organization.
SCHEDULE & EXPECTATIONS
Sunday–Thursday work week.
In-office hours: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM.
Afternoons focused on community presence, relationship-building, and recruiting.
Must be visible and active in the Orange Beach community.
Arrive early on Sundays for 7:00 AM rehearsal and Sunday service flow.
What’s it like to live in
orange beach
Living in Orange Beach means experiencing a relaxed, safe, small-town coastal lifestyle where community and family come first. This beach town is known for its beautiful shoreline, top-rated school systems, and strong sense of security. It's the kind of place where people don’t lock their doors and where summers are spent on boats and at the water. The area has a resort feel while still offering a grounded, family-friendly atmosphere that attracts people who are moving back to raise their kids. There’s an active, outdoorsy culture, a vibrant live-music scene, and a welcoming environment that blends both locals and newcomers. With a community gym, excellent public amenities, and a laid-back pace of life, Orange Beach offers an ideal environment for someone who wants to do meaningful ministry in a safe, relational, and thriving coastal town.