Join the Team at Christ the Victor

As God continues to grow the ministry of Christ the Victor Lutheran Church, we are prayerfully seeking individuals who feel called to serve in a Christ-centered, mission-driven church family. We are excited about what the Lord is doing in and through our congregation and invite you to consider joining us.

Current Openings:

  • Traditional Music Director

  • Intern/Associate Pastor

Detailed job descriptions for each position are provided below.

Interested candidates are encouraged to review the job description and complete the application form below to apply.

We are currently hiring for two distinct roles: Music Director and Associate Pastor/Intern. Each position is designed as a part-time role; however, we recognize that God uniquely equips individuals with a variety of gifts. For candidates who possess both strong musical leadership abilities and pastoral gifting, these roles may be combined into a single full-time position. We are open to shaping the role based on the strengths and calling of the right candidate, as we seek to faithfully support the worship and discipleship life of our church.

 

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🎵 PART-TIME MUSIC DIRECTOR OPPORTUNITY 🎵

Traditional Music Director

🧭 Ministry Purpose

The Traditional Music Director oversees and leads the traditional music ministry at Christ the Victor Lutheran Church, helping create worship that is spiritually enriching, musically engaging, and faithful to Scripture.

🎵 Position Overview

This part-time position leads the music for our 8:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Service each Sunday. During our summer worship schedule, the Traditional Music Director will lead the 9:00 a.m. service every other week.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled keyboard player who is also comfortable singing and leading hymns. This individual will select hymns each week, coordinate with volunteer cantors, and may have the opportunity to develop and lead a choir.

Help lead a growing congregation in worship that is rooted in Scripture, rich in tradition, and centered on Jesus Christ.

✨ Why This Is a Great Place to Serve

  • A small, friendly, family-like congregation that is supportive and welcoming
  • A meaningful opportunity to shape and grow our traditional music ministry
  • The chance to encourage and coordinate talented volunteers
  • A flexible part-time position within a collaborative ministry team

📊 Quick Snapshot

  • Worship Attendance: Growing congregation with an average of approximately 160 worshipers across two services
  • Regular Worship Time: Sundays at 8:00 a.m.
  • Summer Worship Time: 9:00 a.m. every other week
  • Time Commitment: Approximately 3–6 hours per week
  • Compensation: Up to $300 per week, depending on experience
  • Start Date: Position open immediately
  • Location: Christ the Victor Lutheran Church, 6173 E. Arizona Farms Rd., Florence, AZ 85132

🔑 Key Responsibilities

  • Select hymns and other music that align with Scripture, the church calendar, and weekly sermon themes
  • Play the keyboard and lead congregational hymns during worship
  • Coordinate and rehearse with volunteer cantors, musicians, and vocalists
  • Collaborate with the pastor and staff in worship planning
  • Recruit, develop, schedule, and encourage music ministry volunteers
  • Support seasonal and special worship services, including Advent, Christmas, Lent, Holy Week, and Easter
  • Assist with worship technology as needed
  • Potentially develop and lead a choir

✅ Qualifications

  • Strong keyboard proficiency and musical leadership skills
  • Ability to sing and confidently lead congregational hymns preferred
  • Experience with traditional worship music
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to coordinate volunteers and work collaboratively with staff
  • Christian faith aligned with Scripture and the historic Christian creeds
  • Familiarity with Lutheran worship and hymnody preferred, but not required
  • Familiarity with worship presentation technology is helpful

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Accountability & Structure

  • Reports to the Senior Pastor
  • Collaborates closely with church staff and volunteers
  • Leads and coordinates participants in the traditional music ministry

💰 Compensation & Terms

  • Part-time contract position
  • No benefits
  • Compensation of up to $300 per week, depending on experience
  • Employment is at will

To learn more about Christ the Victor Lutheran Church, visit ChristTheVictor.net.

Associate Pastor/Intern

Ministry Purpose:
Consistent with Romans 12:9-15, Ephesians 4:11-12, Psalm 150:1-5, Ephesians 5:18-20, and Hebrews 2:10-12, the Music Director is responsible for overseeing, stewarding, and leading the church’s music ministry. This role involves selecting music that supports the preaching and worship themes, directing and accompanying musicians, and collaborating with the Pastor and staff to ensure the worship services of this New Testament Church, are spiritually enriching, musically engaging and biblically pleasing to God.

Qualifications:

  1. Exhibits Biblical Christian ethics at all times
  2. Is personally and regularly involved in a Christian Church whose statement of faith is in line with the Apostle’s Creed and who accepts scripture as God’s inspired Word.
  3. Is friendly, dependable, punctual, courteous, organized and competent
  4. Demonstrates the ability to work as a member of a larger team and delegate to and supervise multiple supporting staff and volunteers
  5. Ability to effectively use basic kinds of software and technologies
  6. Strong organizational and communication skills.
  7. Knowledge of Lutheran liturgy and worship traditions preferred.

Accountable to:
The Senior Pastor

Supervises:
Coordinates volunteers and any other staff the Senior Pastor specifies

Compensation:
Compensation will be determined based on the applicant’s responsibilities, certification, performance and hours.

Primary Responsibilities:

Adult Bible Class Leader
Teaches the adult Bible class on Sunday mornings.

  • Prepares and teaches biblically sound lessons, often in coordination with the current sermon series.
  • Foster class participation, Bible reading and encouragement among members
  • Provide pastoral care within the class, including follow-up, support and referrals as needed, always keeping the Senior Pastor abreast of any he may need to know.

Small Group Ministry
Provides oversight and support for the church’s small group ministry, fostering spiritual growth, community and discipleship through healthy, multiplying groups.

  • Evaluate and refine the structure and health of groups.
  • Partner with the Senior Pastor to integrate small groups into the life of the church, ensuring it is aligned with the church’s vision and mission.
  • Provide coaching, encouragement and resources for group leaders.
  • Promote biblical teaching and spiritually sound curriculum which reflect the church’s doctrinal standards.
  • Maintain accurate records of leaders and participants.

Missions
Organize, lead and promote the church’s mission ministries. This role provides the congregation with opportunities to serve others by proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ.

  • Evaluate, maintain, and grow partnerships with the church’s chosen missions.
  • Recruit, train, and mobilize members for outreach initiatives and short-term mission trips.
  • Lead fundraising initiatives for the church’s missions and upcoming mission trips.

Youth Ministry
Teach, lead and oversee the church’s ministry to children ages birth to high school. 
Equip and recruit volunteers, partner with parents, and create environments where students become grounded in the scriptures and enter growing relationships with Jesus Christ.

  • Teach and oversee our confirmation program
  • Oversee and equip our Sunday School program
  • Organize, attend and lead regular youth outings and events for families
  • Build relationships with students and their families, connecting them to the life of the church

Secondary Responsibilities:

Preaching
The Associate Pastor/Intern will be expected to preach roughly once every 4-6 weeks. They will also preach during midweek Advent and Lenten services.

Visitations
At times the Associate Pastor/Intern may be asked to assist the visitation team to make hospital and home visits

Bonus
An individual who can excel in all these areas and has musical abilities would be a great advantage to the ministry.

What’s it like to live in
San Tan Valley & Florence, Arizona

San Tan Valley and Florence are uniquely positioned right between Phoenix and Tucson, giving you access to two major cities while enjoying the space and pace of a growing community. Whether it’s dining, events, airports, or weekend trips, you’re never far from what you need — but you don’t have to live in the middle of the congestion to enjoy it.

This area is experiencing incredible growth. New neighborhoods, schools, and businesses are expanding rapidly as more families move into the region. There’s a tangible sense of momentum here — a feeling that you’re stepping into something that’s still being built, where you can truly be part of shaping the future.

One of the biggest advantages of this area is livability. Florence remains one of the few places in the region where you can still find affordable homes in beautiful, well-planned neighborhoods. It’s a place where families can truly put down roots without the price pressures of larger metro areas. Florence has also been recognized as one of the safest communities in Arizona for multiple consecutive years, adding to the peace of mind for those looking to settle here.

If you love the outdoors, this area truly delivers. You’re surrounded by desert beauty, mountain views, and sunshine year-round. Hiking and exploring places like San Tan Mountain Regional Park are just minutes away. If you enjoy off-road adventures, you’ll find endless trails nearby for side-by-sides, trucks, and Jeeps right out your back door.

And when you’re ready for a change of scenery, you’re only about two hours from cooler mountain air — even snow in places like Flagstaff — making it easy to escape the desert heat for a day or weekend.

San Tan Valley and Florence offer a welcoming, small-town feel with growing energy and opportunity. It’s a place where people are putting down roots, building relationships, and investing in their community.

This isn’t just a place to live — it’s a place to serve, grow, and be part of something meaningful.