Job Description
About the job
Date posted: April 12, 2026
Pay: $18.50 - $25.00 per hour
Job description:
Lead Worship Pastor
Location: Panama City, Florida
Job Type: Full-Time, Part-time, Contract
About Northstar Church
Northstar Church exists to connect people into life transformation. We are a growing, mission-driven church focused on building environments where people can encounter God, grow in their faith, and take meaningful next steps.
Position Summary
The Lead Worship Pastor is responsible for building and leading a worship culture that is spiritually authentic, engaging, and marked by excellence.
This role goes beyond leading songs. It is focused on developing people, shaping culture, and creating worship environments that help people connect with God in a real and meaningful way. The Lead Worship Pastor will recruit, train, and shepherd worship leaders and team members while ensuring strong, consistent execution of worship experiences.
The primary outcome of this role is the development of worship leaders who can confidently carry a room, spiritually and musically, while leading with clarity, presence, and pastoral awareness.
Key Responsibilities
Worship Leadership & Culture
- Lead and shape the overall worship culture of Northstar Church
- Set and maintain a high standard of both spiritual depth and musical excellence
- Create engaging worship environments that align with the mission of the church
- Model strong, consistent spiritual leadership within the team
Development & Discipleship
- Recruit, train, and develop vocalists, musicians, and worship leaders
- Build a clear pathway for growth from new volunteers to developed leaders
- Coach team members in both skill and spiritual maturity
- Raise up leaders who can carry the room and lead others effectively
Service Planning & Execution
- Partner with teaching and creative teams to plan weekly worship services
- Lead rehearsals and direct the musical execution of services
- Ensure consistency, flow, and excellence in every worship experience
- Evaluate services regularly to drive continuous improvement
Team Leadership & Systems
- Oversee scheduling, communication, and organization of the worship team
- Develop systems and processes that support a growing ministry
- Provide leadership to key volunteers and emerging leaders
- Help create a healthy, accountable, and team-oriented culture
Production Collaboration
- Work closely with production teams to ensure alignment in audio and service execution
- Help maintain standards for sound quality and overall experience
- Support the development of production volunteers and leaders
Spiritual Qualifications
- Professes Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
- Demonstrates consistent spiritual maturity and personal growth
- Models strong character, integrity, and leadership
- Aligns with the mission, values, and culture of Northstar Church
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven experience leading worship in a church setting
- Strong vocal ability and stage leadership presence
- Demonstrated ability to develop and lead teams
- Ability to engage a congregation and lead with authenticity and confidence
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Pastoral mindset with the ability to shepherd people, not just lead music
What We’re Looking For
We are not simply looking for a talented vocalist. We are looking for a leader who can:
- Carry the room both spiritually and musically
- Read and respond to the moment with confidence and awareness
- Develop others into strong, capable leaders
- Build a culture of excellence, ownership, and growth
To Apply
Please submit your resume along with video samples of you leading worship in a live setting.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person