Minister of Music

Minister(s) of Music: Praise Band Leader and Choir Director, or you may apply for the Joint Position
Reports to: Senior Pastor
Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Church Description:
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is located near California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, California. We are a part of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in American, in the Southwest California Synod. We strive to love diversly and deeply, seeking to create a faithful community that shares the love of God and embraces the diversity of God's creation.
Position Overview:
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is seeking a passionate and collaborative music leader (or leaders) to help shape vibrant, inclusive worship experiences through music. We are currently hiring for two roles:
Praise Band Minister of Music for our 9:30 AM contemporary worship service (10 hours/week), and
Choral Minister of Music for our 11:00 AM traditional worship service (10 hours/week)
Or we are open to hiring one individual to serve in both roles as a Minister of Music (Joint Position) for 20 hours/week.
This position works closely with clergy, staff, and volunteers to foster meaningful worship through a variety of musical styles grounded in the Lutheran (ELCA) tradition.
Compensation and Schedule for Joint Position:
$30-$35/hour, depending on experience
For the joint position: 20 hours/week during program year (42 weeks) & 10 hours/week during summer (10 weeks)
4 weeks unpaid time off
For Individual Positions
$30-$35/hour, depending on experience
10 hours/week
4 weeks unpaid time off
Schedules
Sunday morning worship leadership
Thursday evening choir rehearsals (Choir Director/Joint role)
Weekly planning and preparation time
Seasonal services (Advent, Christmas Eve, Lent, Holy Week, etc.)
Occasional staff meetings (typically monthly)
Key Responsibilities for both roles and joint position
Collaborate with clergy and staff to plan engaging, theologically grounded worship
Provide leadership that fosters a welcoming, spiritually nurturing environment
Recruit, encourage, and develop volunteer musicians
Coordinate music selections, ensuring timely communication with church office
Support congregational singing across worship styles
Model servant leadership and teamwork
Praise Band Leader (9:30am Service)
Lead and rehearse a contemporary praise band
Coordinate vocalists, instrumentalists, and tech volunteers
Select and arrange music appropriate to the service style
Assist with informal worship services and special events as needed
Choir Director (11am Service)
Direct adult choir in weekly rehearsals and worship
Prepare choir for seasonal and special services
Supervise section leaders and accompanists
Maintain and develop choral repertoire
Additional Responsibilities
Maintain music library and manage budgeted purchases
Track hours and submit reports as required
Participate in staff meetings
Coordinate scheduling with church office
Ensure proper copyright compliance
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent required (additional training preferred)
Minimum of 3 years of music leadership experience
Ability to lead both traditional choral music and/or contemporary worship music (depending on role)
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Experience (or willingness to learn) AV and worship technology
Familiarity with Google Workspace or similar tools
Ability to work within the theology and worship life of an ELCA Lutheran congregation
Must pass criminal background/fingerprint clearance
Core Competencies
Mission Alignment: Embraces and models the church’s values and vision
Creativity: Curates meaningful and engaging worship experiences
Leadership: Inspires participation and growth among musicians of all skill levels
Collaboration: Works effectively with clergy, staff, and volunteers
Work Environment
Hybrid role (planning from home if you prefer; rehearsals and worship in-person)
Physical ability to perform typical music and office-related tasks
Please submit:
Resume
Two letters of recommendation
Email: pastoremily@htlcto.org
We warmly welcome applicants interested in either individual roles or the combined position, and we celebrate a diversity of musical gifts and leadership styles. Join us in building a vibrant and inclusive music ministry!