Position Type: Part-Time (8–10 hours/week)
Location: McCausland Site (with responsibilities across all sites as needed)

Position Summary
The Associate Worship Leader provides support to the worship ministry across all Gathering sites by filling in as a worship leader where needed. This role involves preparing and leading engaging worship experiences, fostering congregational participation and spiritual engagement, and contributing to the development of worship teams. The Associate Worship Leader collaborates with the Worship Pastor to ensure worship services reflect the church’s mission and values while maintaining a culture of excellence and creativity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Worship: Serve as the worship leader at McCausland and/or other sites as needed, providing engaging and authentic worship experiences.
• Plan and Prepare: Collaborate with the Worship Pastor to select and prepare music that aligns with the church’s vision.
• Rehearse and Equip Teams: Lead rehearsals and prepare bands and musicians for worship services, ensuring excellence and readiness.
• Volunteer Support: Assist in equipping and encouraging worship ministry volunteers at all sites, fostering growth and engagement.
• Technical and Creative Support: Contribute to the technical and creative elements of worship, including audio/visual support, coordinating volunteers, and enhancing worship experiences.
• Creative Contributions: Actively participate in Made New Creative initiatives to support innovation and creativity in worship.

Success Metrics

• Consistently high-quality worship experiences at McCausland and other sites.
• Engagement and participation in worship increase across all sites.
• Teams of volunteers feel equipped, supported, and confident in their roles.
• Worship services reflect the church’s mission, vision, and values.
• Active participation in staff and creative team meetings.

Qualifications

Required:

• A deep and growing faith in Jesus and alignment with The Gathering’s mission and vision.
• Strong vocal and instrumental skills with the ability to lead worship authentically and effectively.
• Experience leading worship and managing worship teams.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Adaptability and flexibility to fill in as needed at different sites.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with worship technology, including ProPresenter, Planning Center Online, and AVL systems.
• Experience in songwriting, music arranging, or programming with click tracks.

Working Conditions
This part-time role requires approximately 8–10 hours per week, with flexibility to serve at different sites and services as needed.

To Apply
Please submit your cover letter and resume to jobs@gatheringnow.org and indicate which position you are applying for.

Kids Ministry Coordinator

Reports to: Director of Kids Ministry
Classification: Part-Time, Non-Exempt (15–20 hours/week)
Location: The Gathering – McCausland

Role Summary

The Kids Ministry Coordinator provides essential support for weekly ministry at the McCausland site. Working closely with the Director of Kids Ministry, this role helps prepare environments, coordinate volunteers, and ensure Sundays run smoothly. In addition to site-level responsibilities, the coordinator also contributes to select centralized tasks related to curriculum preparation, communication, and caregiver scheduling.

Key Responsibilities

Site Support & Execution

• Be present Sundays from 7:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
• Schedule and communicate with volunteers for weekly services.
• Prepare rooms, supplies, and curriculum materials before services.
• Manage check-in, tech setup, and large group preparation.
• Support and coach volunteers, including substitutes and new leaders.
• Welcome and assist families, especially first-time guests.
• Track attendance and update records.
• Maintain and organize supply inventory.
• Assist with volunteer onboarding, including background checks.

Central Task Support

• Print, cut, and organize classroom materials weekly.
• Upload videos to jump drives and prepare slides as directed.
• Consolidate PreK curriculum materials and prep handouts.
• Input updates in database systems (CCB, registration, eSpace).
• Coordinate paid and volunteer caregivers for central events.
• Support scheduling of social media posts (content provided).
• Assist with formatting or sending newsletters, if trained.

Qualifications:

• A growing relationship with Jesus and a love for children.
• Reliable, organized, and responsive to direction.
• Warm, people-oriented personality with attention to detail.
• Ability to follow systems and take initiative in a support role.
• Previous experience with children or administrative support preferred.

To apply for this position, please send resume to jobs@gatheringnow.org

Facilities Maintenance Associate

Full-time (40 hours/week)
Reports to: Director of Facilities

THE POSITION

The Facilities Maintenance Associate will be an integral part of the team at The Gathering by ensuring that buildings are cleaned, well-maintained and ready to welcome all who come through our doors. If you are someone who has accumulated practical expertise in plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, janitorial, and other building trades - this position is ideal for your skill set. This role will offer lots of opportunities to problem solve and be part of a mission-driven team that seeks to serve others through Christ. The Gathering offers competitive pay, flexibility, and a workplace that is truly interested in your success.

*This position does not require 24-hour on call
*This position does not require EPA certification

REPORTS TO

Direct Supervisor: Director of Facilities
Senior Leader: Executive Director of Operations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Dependable, responsible, and self-motivated to show initiative.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time. Must have the ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, climb ladders, and/or use lifts to heights over 30 feet
• High School Diploma or Equivalency required
• Demonstrable skills in at least some of the following trades: carpentry, plumbing, electric, HVAC, masonry, roofing, drywall/painting, grounds maintenance, and janitorial
• Good organizational and planning skills, and an ability to delegate with staff and volunteers as needed
• Computer literacy; proficiency in Microsoft products and/or Google tools is preferred
• Current valid driver's license an acceptable driving record; must have transportation
• Ability to work independently and with teams
• Embrace Gathering staff values: Be positive. Be proactive. Be equippers. Be innovative. Be invitational. Be adaptable.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Grounds Maintenance: shrubs, weeding, mulching, trimming, exterior walkways, parking lot cracks and holes, exterior sign maintenance, litter, pest control
• Building Maintenance: assess functionality of all safety systems, assist with management of mechanical systems and electrical systems, light carpentry, basic plumbing repair, basic electrical repair, light bulbs, wall repair, painting where needed, masonry repair, gutters, flashing, minor repairs to mechanical and HVAC equipment
• Janitorial: oversee cleaning contractors, perform basic cleaning such as dusting, sweeping, mopping etc. as needed, periodically clean windows, ensure trash is emptied on off days for cleaning crew, check paper towel/toilet paper/soap dispensers, inventory supplies
• Other: set up and teardown for events as needed, equipment assembly, keep storage organized, assist with setup of new systems and equipment, other duties as assigned

WHO ARE WE AT THE GATHERING

Why we exist (Vision):
The Gathering exists to create Christian community that is compelling for new generations of people in St. Louis.

What we do (Mission):
Our primary task is to invite new people to become deeply committed followers of Christ.

How we do it (Practices):
We deepen our faith by following Christ through five shared practices:

1. Worship
2. Learning in CoreGroups
3. Prayer
4. Giving
5. Service

What we value in our staff:

• Positivity
• Adaptability
• Innovation
• Proactivity
• Invitation
• Equipping others

To apply for this position, please send resume to jobs@gatheringnow.org