Worship Leader - Cincinnati, Ohio

Calvary Worship Leader

Position Type: Part-Time (15 hours/week)

Location: Calvary Alliance Church

Reports to: Lead Pastor

Position Overview

At Calvary Alliance Church, our vision is to become a life-giving, transformed church of disciples who courageously raise up the next generation and ignite East Cincinnati with gospel impact.

We’re looking for a Worship Leader who’s passionate about helping people encounter the presence of God through authentic, Christ-centered worship. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the worship culture of a growing church family and help us move toward all that God is calling us to be!

Key Responsibilities

Worship Leadership:

• Develop and implement a worship set that resonates with the congregation and helps people connect with God.
• Engage in continuous personal and professional growth for worship ministry.
• Model a healthy spiritual life (regular rhythms of prayer, quiet time, rest, servanthood).
• Serve as a beacon of faith and character, helping worship team members and the congregation to live passionately for Jesus through your example.
• Oversee the creative use of technology in services and special events to enhance worship and engagement.

Team Development:

• Lead, mentor, and equip the worship and tech teams both musically and spiritually.
• Identify, recruit, and develop new talent to grow a unified, passionate team.
• Cultivate a culture of humility, creativity, and collaboration.

Church Engagement and Collaboration:

• Partner with the Lead Pastor and staff in planning cohesive and gospel-centered services.
• Organize rehearsals, setlists, and communication so volunteers are prepared and confident.
• Contribute to the broader vision of Calvary’s worship culture and community impact.
• Participate in special gatherings such as Calvary’s Place (biweekly outreach) and First Wednesday prayer and worship nights.

Qualifications:

• A love for Jesus and a love for the local church.
• Demonstrates a vital and growing relationship with Jesus Christ, is a person of prayer and the Word.
• Strong foundation in leading with integrity, modeling Christlikeness and hospitality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to connect with diverse groups and ages.
• Creative thinker, proactive, teachable, and humble with a visionary approach to ministry leadership.
• Proficiency in vocals and instrument(s).
• A team player and contributor to staff culture.
• Working technical knowledge of ProPresenter, Planning Center, and Google tools.
• Prior experience in leading worship in some capacity is a plus.
• Must pursue membership at Calvary and agree to Alliance Statement of Faith.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Commitment:

• Participation in weekly staff meetings, weekly 1:1’s with Lead Pastor.
• Aside from Sunday mornings, is willing to lead the church in worship in other related functions, such as Calvary’s Place (bi-weekly Mondays in fall/spring) and First Wednesday (1x month) midweek gatherings.
• Engage as an active member of the Calvary family beyond Sunday mornings.

Interested?

• Your résumé with professional references.
• A short 2–3 minute video (with your spouse, if applicable) introducing yourselves and sharing why this opportunity excites you.
• Three links of you leading worship.

About Cincinnati:

Nestled in the heart of Southwest Ohio, Cincinnati offers a vibrant community lifestyle with its many parks, trails, professional sports teams, and numerous outdoor activities. Calvary Alliance sits in Anderson Township, a family-friendly community just 20 minutes from downtown — a great place to live, serve, and grow. Nestled along the Ohio River, it’s home to vibrant arts, top schools, incredible food, and plenty of parks, trails, and pro sports. Cincinnati is home to some of the state’s top-rated school districts, providing excellent educational opportunities. With a blend of urban amenities and suburban charm, Cincinnati promises a high quality of life and a welcoming community.

How to Apply:

• Submit your resume which will include professional references to landon@calvaryalliancechurch.org
• Create a 2-3 minute video of you and your spouse (if applicable) sharing a little bit of you and why you are interested in the role
• 3 links of you leading worship

To be considered for this position, please complete the application to include your testimony, resume and other background information related to the position.

If the district office has reviewed your application and they think you may be a potential match for the position, that the hiring manager will reach out to you for next steps.

This position may require licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. To learn more about The Alliance and requirements for licensing, please visit our website

Please do not contact the church directly.