Great Oaks Community Church is a growing non-denominational church located in Germantown Hills, Illinois, about two hours north of St. Louis, two hours south of Chicago, and one hour from the Quad Cities. The church is led by Lead Pastor Chase Hill, who has helped guide Great Oaks into a new season of health, clarity, and momentum. The church currently sees around 700 people in weekly attendance across two Sunday morning services that feature a modern and engaging style of worship. At the heart of Great Oaks is its mission of “connecting everyone with Jesus, community, and purpose.” This focus shapes every ministry of the church and drives their desire to model unity in the essentials, grace in non-essentials, and an openness to grow in all things.

Germantown Hills is a tight-knit, family-oriented community with a strong small-town culture. Great Oaks mirrors this same sense of belonging and care, creating a welcoming environment for both long-time residents and new families who are connecting to the church for the first time. The church has a deep heart for reaching young families and the next generation, helping them experience genuine transformation through connection, community, and worship. Excellence in ministry, authenticity in relationships, and a passion for serving their local community define the culture and direction of Great Oaks today.

The church is seeking the right candidate to take over as the new Worship Director to come alongside the Worship Arts Pastor to lead on Sunday mornings and oversee development for the student worship team. The right candidate will have a deep personal life in Christ and the character and capacity that align with the church’s overall mission and vision. Below are the qualifications and responsibilities Froot Group and the church have identified for this role:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Student Worship Development

• Lead worship for Middle and High School ministries, overseeing song selection, rehearsals, and team leadership.
• Identify, recruit, and develop student worship leaders and musicians, equipping them to serve confidently within student services and, over time, in Sunday morning environments.
• Create a clear student development pathway that includes mentorship, rehearsal structure, and leadership opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Student Pastor to design worship experiences that connect deeply with students and align with the mission of Great Oaks.

Sunday Mornings

• Participate regularly on the main stage, leading worship alongside the Worship Arts Pastor as well as on your own, and assisting with service planning, set design, and creative elements.
• Partner with the Worship Arts Pastor to plan services, select songs, and coordinate volunteers.
• Help maintain excellence and consistency in musical arrangements, stage presence, and worship flow.
• Support the integration of student worship leaders and team members into Sunday services through intentional coaching and preparation.

Creative and Technical Leadership

• Collaborate with the Worship Arts Pastor and production team to develop the visual, technical, and musical elements of worship services.
• Contribute creative ideas for stage design, lighting, and service flow that enhance engagement and spiritual impact.
• Help recruit, schedule, and train volunteers for audio, lighting, and lyric presentation, fostering a team culture that values excellence and simplicity.
• Work with staff and volunteers to evaluate and streamline systems in areas such as Planning Center, ProPresenter, and audio workflows.

Spiritual and Team Leadership

• Model authentic worship, humility, and a teachable spirit both on and off the platform.
• Build relationships with volunteers through consistent presence, encouragement, and pastoral care.
• Partner with the Worship Arts Pastor to foster unity, communication, and collaboration across the Worship and Production teams.
• Participate in staff meetings, events, and church gatherings as an engaged member of the Great Oaks staff community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A mature, growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a lifestyle that reflects biblical character and integrity.
• A clear calling to worship ministry.
• Strong vocal and instrumental ability (guitar and/or keys preferred).
• Creative mindset with the ability to plan and execute meaningful worship experiences.
• Proficiency or familiarity with modern worship tools such as Planning Center, ProPresenter, Ableton, Logic, and basic lighting software.
• Organized and reliable, with clear communication and follow-through.
• Relational and approachable leader who is humble, teachable, and passionate about developing others.
• Alignment with Great Oaks’ theological and cultural values, including its non-denominational and conservative evangelical convictions.
• Education
  • No college degree required, though Bachelor’s preferred.
• Experience
  • No full time ministry experience required. Demonstrated experience leading worship in a modern, band-driven setting (volunteer, internship, or residency experience accepted).

Reports to: Worship Arts Pastor