St. Stephen Lutheran Church seeks a full-time Director of Worship and Music to lead all aspects of worship ministry for a welcoming and forward-thinking faith community in Urbandale, IA, part of the Des Moines metro area.

St. Stephen is a congregation that values worship as a central part of the life of faith, and a launch-point for ministry in Urbandale, Iowa. The Director of Worship and Music will work collaboratively as one part of a three-person leadership team, along with the Pastor and the Director of Faith Formation, to facilitate worship that connects faith and daily life, encourages engagement among those who gather for worship, and equips all to be a part of the work of Christ in the world. The Director will encourage growth in faith by leading worship instrumentally and vocally, while using creativity and exceptional interpersonal skills.

St. Stephen emphasizes the vocation of the baptized in the arenas of their daily lives. Congregational life forms faith and equips us to continue in the covenant God has made with us in baptism, as we “LIVE among God’s faithful people, HEAR the word of God and share in the Lord’s Supper, PROCLAIM the good news of God in Christ through word and deed, SERVE all people following the example of Jesus, and STRIVE for justice and peace in all the world.” We value community, hospitality, inclusivity, and partnership.

Worship at St. Stephen includes an informal Wednesday evening communion service and a Sunday morning service that strives to integrate a variety of styles and instruments with the help of an organ, choir, praise band, and bell choir. The Sunday service (livestreamed weekly) currently alternates traditional (organ and piano) and praise band accompaniment. Qualified applicants will plan and lead worship in these various styles with equal skill and enjoyment. Please see the provided job description for further details and core responsibilities.

Salary commensurate with education and experience ($42,000-60,000). Includes Gold individual health plan through Portico Benefits Services, 10% retirement contribution, four weeks annual vacation (including Sundays), and continuing education funds.

To apply, send a cover letter, resume, the names and contact information of three references, and links to performance recordings (prelude/postlude and 2-3 hymns, contemporary service, and ensemble conducting) to jobs@ststephenlutheran.org.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Urbandale, IA 50322 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Urbandale, IA 50322: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person