Available Church Positions
As a service to our congregations and members, we are listing position opportunities that have been submitted to the Synod office. If you are a Lutheran congregation wanting to list a position opening, please contact us by email and include a short job description.
If you are interested in more information about an opening, please contact the appropriate Church body.
Listings will stay posted for approximately 3 months.
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Part-Time Church Administrator - Emanuel Lutheran Church, New Brunswick
The Church Administrator serves as the administrative hub of Emanuel Lutheran Church, ensuring the effective day-to-day operation of the church office while advancing the congregation’s mission through excellent organization, communication, hospitality, and ministry support. Working closely with the Pastor, Church Council, ministry leaders, volunteers, and community partners, the Church Administrator coordinates office operations, congregational communications, worship preparation, membership records, facility scheduling, and administrative support with professionalism, initiative, and confidentiality.
Read the full job description here. Church office # (732) 545-2673
(posted 8.12.26)
PART-TIME Minister of Music - Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Princeton Junction
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church is a small but active and welcoming ELCA congregation in Princeton Junction, NJ. This part-time position includes playing for Sunday morning services as well as special services during the year. The candidate would be expected to accompany the adult choir in rehearsals and during worship, as well as lead the bell choir. Those applying should have a passion for Christian worship and proficiency in rehearsal techniques, conducting, and keyboard skills.
Time Requirements and Compensation:
Expected hours (average): 11 hours/week
· Two worship services each Sunday, May- October
· One worship service each Sunday, November-April
· Joyful Noise Worship (abbreviated service for families with children with developmental/physical challenges) – one Sunday per month, September to June
· Special services during the year
· Choirs meet from September to June
Salary = $17,000 to $20,000
Our church website is https://popnj.org/ . For more information, please contact David New at davenhome@gmail.com.
(posted 8.11.26)
Part-Time Church Vocalist – First Lutheran Church, Clifton
Support congregational and choir singing Sept-June during one weekly worship service on Sundays mornings at 10am. Sing a solo (accompanied by the music director as needed) during worship. Must also be available for special seasonal services (including Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Palm Sunday, Easter, etc.). Additional opportunities occasionally for funerals and weddings. Familiarity with liturgical music is helpful.
Fee: $100 per service. ($100-$150 for Weddings/Funerals)
Contact: office@firstlutheranclifton.com
(posted 8.11.26)
PART-TIME Handbell Choir Director - SPRUCE RUN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN ZION CHURCH, GLEN GARDNER
Spruce Run Evangelical Lutheran Zion Church (SRELZC) located at 442 West Hill Road in Glen Gardner, Hunterdon County, New Jersey is seeking a candidate for PART-TIME CONTRACT EMPLOYMENT as the Handbell Choir Director. The period of this PART-TIME employment is 10 months beginning in September and ending in June. The number of hours per week is usually between 3-6.
The duties and expectations under this agreement are as follows: It is understood that you will provide instruction and rehearsals for the development of the Handbell Choir, and this will be achieved by the establishment of regular rehearsals in cooperation with the Director of Music and the Pastor. It is further understood that the Handbell Choir will participate in major worship services of the Church Calendar Year including but not limited to: Reformation Sunday, Christ the King Sunday, Christmas Eve, Epiphany, Easter, and Pentecost. In addition, the Handbell Choir plays several times per month at regular Sunday worship service as the Handbell Choir Director deems feasible and appropriate. The Handbell Choir may also accompany the Chancel Choir in order to enhance the music ministry of the church.
It is expected that you will attend the Worship and Music Committee meetings for planning and input as able.
As the Handbell Choir Director, you are responsible for the care and maintenance of the handbells, the purchase of handbell music in cooperation with the Director of Music, and the Cataloguing, care, and storage of all handbell music. Additionally, you would review the copyright of music to ensure that it may be broadcast with the congregation’s licenses.
All responsibilities stated above will be carried out in the spirit of cooperation in furthering the Music Ministry of the congregation and in the best Lutheran tradition.
Compensation is $5,000 over the 10-month period, so $500 a month. Please contact Rob Ossi at 908 884 8490 or Pastor Chris Halverson 908 405 2198 for further details.
(posted 7.30.26)
Part-Time Church Organist / Pianist - Advent Lutheran Church, Wyckoff
Advent Lutheran Church is seeking a warm, reliable, and collaborative part-time organist or pianist to provide music for our Sunday worship service.
Responsibilities include:
• Provide organ or piano music for Sunday 9:30 a.m. worship
• Play appropriate prelude, offertory, communion, and postlude music as needed
• Coordinate with the pastor regarding hymn selections and worship flow
• Be available for occasional special services, such as Christmas Eve, Holy Week, funerals, or other seasonal worship services, as mutually agreed upon
• Maintain a flexible, and respectful working relationship with the pastor and congregation
Qualifications:
• Ability to play hymns confidently on organ and/or piano
• Familiarity with Christian worship music; Lutheran liturgy or ELW hymnal experience is helpful but not required
• Experience playing organ and/or piano in a church or comparable worship setting preferred
• Reliability, punctuality, and strong communication with the pastor and worship planning team
• Ability to prepare assigned hymns and service music in advance and rehearse as needed
• Ability to support congregational singing in a simple and prayerful worship setting
• Advanced students, semi-retired musicians, and experienced substitute organists/pianists with the required experience are welcome to apply
Compensation: $125–$250 per service, commensurate with experience. This position covers a single one-hour worship service with no choir responsibilities. Special services (e.g., Christmas Eve, funerals) are compensated separately.
To apply: Please contact Pastor Gieun Lee with a brief introduction and any relevant music or church experience:
Advent Lutheran Church, 777 Wyckoff Avenue, Wyckoff, New Jersey 07481
Phone: 201-891-1031. Email: adventlutheranwyckoff@gmail.com
(posted 7.21.26)
Office Administrator - Living Waters Lutheran Church, Ringoes
The Administrator is a part-time position (a maximum of 10 hours per week, 52 weeks per year – excluding vacation time), which includes the functions described below including assisting the Pastor in the daily administration of the congregation’s ministry. Therefore, a person of high moral character, maturity, and understanding of the church’s mission and purpose is required for this position because of the confidentiality
often associated with the administration of these duties. The person must have clerical, computer, telephone, and interpersonal skills to accomplish the key tasks of publications, records retention, and reception. The Administrator shall report to and be responsible to the Pastor and adhere to the policies and decisions, which are made by the Congregation Council and the Pastor. Read the full job description here.
Interested people can contact pastor@lwlcnj.org and mwalk1217@yahoo.com
(posted 7.7.26)
Parish Administrator - Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Toms River
Holy Cross Lutheran Church is seeking a professional, organized and self motivated individual to be our Parish Administrator. The parish administrator manages the day-to-day administrative operations of a church, supporting the pastor and other staff, volunteers, the Preschool, and various parish activities while ensuring compliance with church policies and enabling effective communication both inside and outside of the church. General responsibilities include managing the Church calendar, keeping official church records, scheduling routine maintenance, publishing and distributing worship bulletins and newsletters, etc. The ability to work with all types of people, to keep a confidence, and to be self-directed are essential Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, web and social media posting, and have experience utilizing online applications/databases. The candidate will be hired by the Congregation Council based on the recommendation of the Interview Team and work under the direction of the Pastor. Desired work hours are 9AM to 2PM Monday thru Friday. If interested in the position, please send a resume and cover letter to Rev. Susan Jones, sjones@holycrosstr.com. Download position details.
(posted 6.24.26)
Church Administrator PT - Trinity Lutheran, Dover
Trinity Lutheran Church (TLC) is seeking a dedicated and organized Church Administrator to provide secretarial and administrative support to our congregation. This role is central to ensuring the mission and ministry of TLC are well-served through a full range of administrative, liaison, and special assignment responsibilities.
The Church Administrator is hired by the Congregation Council upon recommendation from the Personnel Committee and works under the supervision and guidance of the Pastor. The Administrator will partner with the Pastor to operate the administrative office, facilitate communications, and strengthen relationships with congregational members.
A detailed description of responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation can be downloaded here.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter to the Personnel Committee through the church office. We look forward to hearing from qualified individuals who share our commitment to faith, community, and service.
(posted 5.19.26)
Music Director - Messiah Lutheran Church, Oakland, NJ
The Music Director provides music, leadership, and oversight for worship and the music ministries of Messiah Lutheran Church. We are seeking someone who will honor and build upon our church’s history while bringing fresh ideas and Spirit-led energy to both traditional and contemporary music using piano, organ, and vocals to support our worship, band, and choir.
Read the full job description here.
To Apply: please submit a cover letter and resume to Pastor Courtney Smith Westerlund at info@messiahoaklandnj.org
(posted 4.16.26)