Contemporary Worship Leader Fort Smith United Methodist Church

First United Methodist Church of Fort Smith is seeking an energetic, collaborative, and spiritually grounded Contemporary Worship Leader to lead modern worship across our Downtown and East Campuses.

She/He will work closely with pastors, staff, musicians, and production volunteers to create engaging worship experiences that are theologically grounded, musically excellent, and welcoming to people of all generations and stages of faith.

The Contemporary Worship Leader will plan and lead two modern worship services each week, lead rehearsals, and recruit, train, and encourage musicians, vocalists, and emerging worship leaders. The ideal candidate will have a heart for including others in worship, and will be proficient in keyboard or guitar, a strong vocalist, experienced in contemporary worship leadership, and comfortable using basic worship technology.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a vibrant Christian faith and a heart for helping others participate in worship
• Brings energy, creativity, humility, and strong relational skills
• Is an accomplished vocalist and proficient in keyboard or guitar
• Has experience leading contemporary worship and directing musicians
• Can recruit, develop, and care for volunteers
• Understands contemporary worship music as well as hymns and liturgy
• Works effectively with pastors, ministry staff, volunteers, and people of different generations
• Is proficient with Pro Presenter and Planning Center
• Has practical knowledge of microphones, soundboards, presentation systems, and other basic worship technology
• Supports the mission, values, and theological direction of The United Methodist Church
• This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. First United Methodist Church prefers a full-time position but may consider a three-quarter-time arrangement for an exceptional candidate whose availability aligns with the church’s worship schedule. Responsibilities and compensation would be adjusted accordingly.

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in music, worship ministry, theology, or a related field is preferred.