Description

The Director of Traditional Worship will lead and cultivate the traditional worship life of First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale. This position will create spaces of Christ-centered connection that inspire people of all ages to explore faith in open and honest ways. Through music, liturgy, and pastoral presence, the Director will help the congregation encounter God with beauty, depth, and joy. Working collaboratively with pastors, musicians, staff, and volunteers, this person will ensure that worship at First Pres reflects theological integrity, artistic excellence, and a spirit of hospitality.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Deep personal faith and commitment to Christ, the Church, and the mission of First 
  Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale.
• Growing relationship with Jesus Christ demonstrated through commitment to 
  worshipping, learning, giving and serving.
• Bachelor’s degree in music or related field required, master’s degree preferred.
• Proven experience directing choral and congregational music in a church setting.
• Proficiency in choral and orchestral conducting and a strong understanding of sacred 
  music traditions.
• Skilled in worship planning, liturgy, and integration of the arts in congregational life.
• Possesses a passion for seeing people of all ages being engaged in music.
• Strong administrative, communication, pastoral and leadership skills. 

Key Responsibilities:

•  Provide creative and pastoral leadership for all traditional worship services in 
  collaboration with the Pastor/Head of Staff and worship planning team.
• Provide for the direction of the Cathedral and Kirk Singer Choirs (6th grade thru adult), 
  leading rehearsals, worship participation, and special performances.
• Supervise and support the traditional music staff, including organist, accompanists, and 
  section leaders.
• Oversee the church’s concert series, coordinating guest artists and community 
  engagement through the arts.
• Plan and prepare seasonal and special services (Advent, Holy Week, Easter, etc.) that 
  engage the congregation in meaningful worship.
• Collaborate closely with the Directors of Contemporary Worship, Connections, and 
  Communications.
• Communications, and other staff to ensure unity and excellence across all worship 
  expressions.
• Recruit, equip, and care for volunteers, fostering intergenerational participation and 
  spiritual growth.
• Manage worship and music budgets, maintain the music library, and ensure 
  copyright/licensing compliance.
• Serve as a pastoral presence within the worship and music ministries, offering care, 
  encouragement, and guidance to those who serve.

Success Factors:

• Models the mission, purpose, and core values of First Presbyterian Church of Fort 
  Lauderdale.
• Demonstrates both artistic excellence and pastoral acumen in leading worship and 
  developing people.
• Collaborates effectively across staff and ministries to align worship with the church’s 
  overall mission.
• Inspires congregational participation through worship that is theologically rich, musically 
  vibrant, spiritually engaging, and rooted in the Word.
• Exhibits humility, professionalism, and a spirit of joy in service.