Director of Music / Pastoral Assistant - University Christian Church (Los Angeles, CA)

Job Description

Job Description

University Christian Church (Los Angeles, CA)

Director of Music / Pastoral Assistant

The Big Picture

University Christian Church (https : / / www.univcc.org) is a Word and gospel-centered, multiethnic church community located in the Los Angeles community of Ladera Heights. We passionately worship and serve the Triune God with heart, soul, mind, and strength. We aim to radiate Christian love to those within our community, as well as to passionately and intentionally present the message of the cross to our community and broader city. We seek a Pastoral Assistant who can also serve as the Director of Music.

Requirements

Position Summary : This position combines two roles

The Pastoral Assistant (20-29 Hours) will support the senior pastor and other ministry leaders in the day-to-day operations of the church. This role is designed to assist with administrative tasks, pastoral care, and ministry coordination to enable the church leadership to focus on the spiritual needs of the congregation. The Pastoral Assistant will provide a broad range of support, including office management, communication, event planning, and elements of pastoral care and leadership.

The Director of Music / Assistant Pastor of Music (15-20) will be responsible for leading the congregation in worship through music, ensuring that worship services are spiritually vibrant, edifying, formative, and rich. This role requires spiritual maturity, musical skill, leadership ability, and a passion for fostering Christ-centered disciples and developing a healthy culture of worship within the church. (See specific responsibilities further below)

Key Responsibilities :

• Administrative Support :
• Assist the senior pastor with scheduling meetings, appointments, and church-related events.
• Prepare and proofread correspondence and other church communications as requested.
• Manage the church calendar and ensure that all meetings and events are organized efficiently.
• Maintain and organize church files, including member records, event details, and important documents.
• Handle church-related office tasks such as managing phone calls, emails, and regular mail.
• Pastoral Care :
• Assist the senior pastor in providing pastoral care to church members, including making phone calls and sending emails to those in need (e.g., those in the hospital, grieving, or facing life challenges), as well as occasional visitations.
• Coordinate and schedule pastoral care visits, ensuring that members receive appropriate support during difficult times.
• Organize and assist certain meetings for church members as needed (under the guidance of the senior pastor).
• Worship Service and Event Coordination :
• Support the planning and execution of worship services, ensuring all logistics are in place, such as service flow, volunteer coordination, and communication with worship teams.
• Assist in organizing church events, programs, and activities, including conferences, retreats, and community outreach initiatives.
• Help prepare for and coordinate special services (e.g., baptisms, weddings, funerals, communion services).
• Communication and Outreach :
• Assist with church communications, including creating and distributing newsletters, bulletins, and social media content.
• Manage church databases, keeping contact information for members, volunteers, and visitors up-to-date.
• Support the development and implementation of outreach programs, helping connect with the community and engage new members.
• Respond to inquiries from church members and the community in a timely and professional manner.
• Volunteer Coordination :
• Assist in recruiting, scheduling, and managing volunteers for church services, events, and ministries.
• Maintain records of volunteer participation and ensure volunteers are properly trained and equipped for their roles.
• Foster positive relationships with volunteers and encourage ongoing engagement in the life of the church.
• Leadership Support :
• Provide administrative support to other pastoral staff and ministry leaders as needed.
• Assist in preparing reports, documents, and other materials for church leadership meetings.
• Attend staff meetings and contribute to discussions about church activities, programs, and goals.
• General Office Management :
• Help ensure the church office runs smoothly, including front desk, managing supplies, equipment, and technology needs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for visitors, church members, and vendors during office hours.
• Maintain office organization and ensure that all files and materials are properly stored and accessible.

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Benefits

Compensation and Benefits

50-60k + Benefits

The Process

Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions :

Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Music Director / Pastoral Assistant at UCC?

Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Music Director / Pastoral Assistant of UCC?

In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of UCC?

Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online worship set to Jason@No- FeePastorSearch.com