Director of Music

Job Description

Vision:
Under the direction of the pastor, this person will accompany the cantor and choir at the organ/piano during weekend liturgies, praise and worship nights and mornings. The person will also recruit, lead and coordinate adult and children's choirs.

Responsibilities:
-recruit for, build, direct or coordinate all parish music including an adult choir and children's choir
-plan, schedule, direct, coordinate, perform music which is liturgically appropriate for weekend parish liturgies and designated liturgies (e.g. weddings, funerals) and special celebrations, (e.g. parish feast day, Taize, Lessons & Carols, etc.)
-invite/develop parish volunteers for roles in music and liturgy, e.g. cantors
- schedule volunteer and paid musicians (cantors, instrumentalists)
-develop and adhere to music budget
-oversee maintenance of church-owned instruments
-maintain streaming/copyright licenses as it relates to music
-select hymnals/worship aides for parish
-oversee liturgical-based technology, e.g. sound system
-attend parish staff meetings and retreats
-music/liturgy based updates to Director of Communication
-preparation of weekly binders for Lector and Celebrant

Requirements:
Our ideal candidate is a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church. He/She will also possess:
-strong knowledge of and appreciation for Catholic liturgy
-professional competence in organ and piano
-proficient in reading music
-considerable vocal skills
-wide knowledge of and competence in Catholic theology and Catholic music traditions from Gregorian chant to traditional hymns to contemporary Catholic music, including multiple Mass settings
-Bachelor's degree in Music (Master's degree a plus)
-excellent collaboration and teamwork skills
-good communication skills
-five years' experience as Music Director for a Catholic parish or equivalent position
-experience in conducting, directing and building adult choir
-capability in building, conducting and directing a children's choir

Working Conditions:
The church building will function as the primary space for ministry and tasks. A small office area within the church is provided, as well as a communal workspace within the parish office/rectory.

Physical Requirements:
Some light lifting of hymnals, music books, etc.

Submit resume and pay requirements to finance@saintmonicachurch.org

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