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Live Production Manager, Worship Associate Pastor, Music Director and teams. The Campus Worship Pastor leads the congregation toward intimacy with God by developing highly anointed, skilled, Spirit ...

Live Production Manager, Worship Associate Pastor, Music Director and teams. The Campus Worship Pastor leads the congregation toward intimacy with God by developing highly anointed, skilled, Spirit ...

Live Production Manager, Worship Associate Pastor, Music Director and teams. The Campus Worship Pastor leads the congregation toward intimacy with God by developing highly anointed, skilled, Spirit ...

Worship Leader/Pastor

Maple Grove, MN · On-site

$28K - $32K/yr

Regularly meet one-on-one with Campus Pastor to discuss the worship experience at the campus and ... Strong Interpersonal skills Education A two-year associate's degree is desired with preference ...

Worship Leader/Pastor

Osseo, MN · On-site

$28K - $32K/yr

Regularly meet one-on-one with Campus Pastor to discuss the worship experience at the campus and ... Strong Interpersonal skills Education A two-year associate's degree is desired with preference ...

Associate, Worship

Riverside, CA · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Support the hiring process for open Campus Worship Lead (CWL) roles alongside the Executive Director and Campus Pastors. * Coordinate interviews and panel scheduling * Facilitate communication ...

Support the hiring process for open Campus Worship Lead (CWL) roles alongside the Executive Director and Campus Pastors. * Coordinate interviews and panel scheduling * Facilitate communication ...

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How much do associate worship pastor jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate worship pastor in the United States is $51,245.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $61,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are typical day-to-day responsibilities for an Associate Worship Pastor?

As an Associate Worship Pastor, your daily responsibilities often include planning and coordinating worship services, leading rehearsals with the worship team, and collaborating with church staff on service flow and creative elements. You may also mentor volunteer musicians and vocalists, select appropriate music for worship, and manage audio-visual components during services. Regular meetings with the Senior Worship Pastor or church leadership are common to ensure alignment with the church’s mission and vision. This role involves a blend of musical leadership, pastoral care, and teamwork, creating a dynamic and rewarding work environment.

What is an Associate Worship Pastor job?

An Associate Worship Pastor assists in leading worship services, overseeing worship teams, and supporting the Worship Pastor in planning and executing musical and spiritual aspects of church gatherings. They may help coordinate rehearsals, develop volunteer musicians, and ensure that worship aligns with the church’s vision. Additionally, they often assist with technical aspects such as sound, lighting, and media. Their role is to enhance the worship experience and help cultivate a spiritually engaging environment for the congregation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Associate Worship Pastor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Worship Pastor, you need a strong background in music leadership, theological understanding, and experience in planning and leading worship services, often supported by a degree in music, ministry, or a related field. Proficiency with instruments, worship software (like Planning Center), audio-visual technology, and sometimes certification in worship leadership are commonly expected. Excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and the ability to inspire and mentor volunteers and team members are vital soft skills. These abilities are crucial for creating engaging worship experiences, fostering team unity, and supporting the spiritual growth of the congregation.

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Infographic showing various Associate Worship Pastor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,245 per year, or $24.6 per hour.
Campus Worship Pastor (PLN)

Campus Worship Pastor (PLN)

Gateway Church

Plano, TX • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Gateway Church rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 18 rated religious organizations


Job description

Summary of Position:
The Campus Worship Pastor is responsible for overseeing all worship and live production ministry activities to cultivate a healthy culture of worship and facilitate leadership, care and community at the campus level. This position reports to the Campus Pastor and oversees the campus worship and live production teams: Live Production Manager, Worship Associate Pastor, Music Director and teams.
The Campus Worship Pastor leads the congregation toward intimacy with God by developing highly anointed, skilled, Spirit-filled leaders and teams, for all weekly and weekend worship experiences. This role maintains the best practices, standards and policies of Gateway Worship.
*All applications must include 1 or 2 videos of you leading worship, in addition to a resume.
Principle Responsibilities:
Campus Worship Responsibilities:
• Lead worship on a 5 weekend rotation (generally 5 Sundays on, 1 Sunday off)
• Oversee weekend worship services: Including soundcheck/rehearsal
• Develop Worship song list, post songs on PCO
• Meet and oversee MD for service planning
• Attend pre-service meetings
• Weekend Service planning meetings Campus Worship Operations Responsibilities
• Campus Worship Operations (PCO scheduling and workflows)
• Manage Worship budget (operational and event staff)
• Pastoring the Team - communication, one on one meetings, care, family gatherings
Live Production Oversight
• Oversee Live Production Manager
• Oversee their spiritual, professional, and relational development
• Weekly oversight meetings
• Meet with all Live Production staff/teams (team gatherings)
Youth and Kids Oversight
• Oversee Worship Associate Pastor
• Oversee spiritual, professional, and relational development
• Weekly oversight meetings
• Attend Youth services monthly
• Mentor/Pastor kids worship teams (weekend family time)
• Meet with all NextGen staff/teams (team gatherings)
Onboarding / Coaching Management
• Coaching sessions (Adult and NextGen - at least 2 sessions each, annually)
• Onboarding process (in-take, evals, coaching)
• Ongoing Development (for current team members, to develop worship leaders)
Campus/Central Collaboration
• Monthly meetings with Pastor of Gateway Worship
• Available to serve in Central Worship events
Campus Specific Activities
• Monthly Campus Staff Meetings
• Campus Lead Team meetings
• Pastor on-call
Required Skills and Job Complexity
a) Unique Skills and Knowledge
• Ability to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information
• Proficiency in meeting task deadlines/timelines
• Strong communication skills and strategic thinker
• Prioritize time
• Recruiting and motivate capable volunteers
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
• Highly motivated and able to work independently
b) Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Present facts in an organized manner
• Provide detailed description of possible solutions
• Positive attitude and positive approach to problem solving
• Brings all necessary materials to meetings, events, etc.
c) Relational Connections
• Pastoral & Office staff
• Worship and Live Production Family - team members & volunteers
• Gateway Support staff (Facilities, etc.)
• Congregational members
• Leaders of other churches
d) Physical Capabilities
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must
be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of
the job. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly
required to:
- Sit/stand long periods of time
- Occasionally kneel, or crouch
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and
occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
Competencies Critical to this Position
Core Competencies :
• Highly Self-Motivated
• Team player with positive, servant-motivated
attitude
• Pastoral heart to shepherd people well, on
and off platform
• Communication skills, both written and oral, at all
levels
Technical Competencies
• Microsoft Office and Internet applications
• Ability to direct musical rehearsals at all levels
• Read and write music using standard notation and Nashville
numbering system
• Ability to administrate and prioritize varied workloads, executing
appropriate judgment and confidentiality
Key Performance Measurements
• Time and energy given to Worship Mentoring.
• Professional and pastoral leadership given to worship ministries of Gateway Church.
• Excel in building, raising up, and releasing worshippers who are strong in character and leadership.
• Worship leadership provided in multiple services.
• Musical rehearsals conducted in a professional and pastoral manner.
• Implement operations, procedures and protocol of the vision for worship ministries as set by Executive Pastor of Worship.
• Job performance indicators as listed in Pastoral and Management Evaluation.
Gateway Church does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law as it applies to churches. However, Gateway Church does
discriminate on the basis of religion.
Employment Requirement: All Staff must be a member or become a member of Gateway Church upon employment.

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